Reset an iPad but keep AppleCare

Transferring my iPad to my daughter, want to reset it, but when I start that process it says removing AppleCare. I want to keep (and pay for) the AppleCare plan. She’s in graduate school and so trying to help out. I have my new iPad functional and just want to get the slightly order iPad ready to ship to her.

Is there a way to reset without losing the AppleCare?

iPad Pro (M4, 2024)

Posted on Nov 10, 2025 4:18 PM

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Posted on Nov 10, 2025 5:20 PM

Your existing AppleCare+ plan is associated with the device - and can be transferred to a new user:

Transfer your AppleCare plan - Apple Support


As for preparing the iPad for a new user, you should follow this process:

What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your iPhone or iPad - Apple Support

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Reset an iPad but keep AppleCare

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