Step-by-Step Guide: Change Ownership of a MacBook Air

Learn how to easily change the ownership of your MacBook Air with our simple step-by-step process.

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To change ownership of a MacBook Air, first, back up your data. Then, perform a factory reset: 1) Restart the MacBook and hold Command + R until you see the Apple logo. 2) Use Disk Utility to erase the hard drive. 3) Reinstall macOS. After setup, the new owner can sign in with their Apple ID.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What happens to my data when I factory reset my MacBook Air? Performing a factory reset erases all data on the MacBook Air, so it's essential to back up important files before proceeding.
  2. Can I change ownership without a factory reset? Changing ownership effectively requires a factory reset to remove your personal information and allow the new owner to set it up.
  3. How do I back up my MacBook Air data? You can back up your MacBook Air data using Time Machine or by manually copying files to an external drive or cloud service.
  4. What's the process for reinstalling macOS? After erasing your hard drive using Disk Utility during the factory reset, you can reinstall macOS by selecting 'Reinstall macOS' from the recovery options.

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