Sell Financed, Locked, or Blacklisted Phones with SellLocked

If you have ever tried to sell a phone that is still financed, activation locked, or flagged as blacklisted, you already know the frustration. Most buyback services turn those devices away immediately. You get a rejection, no explanation, and no real path forward. You are left holding a device that still has value and no clear way to get paid for it.

That changes today.

MyDeviceValue has partnered with SellLocked, a specialized buyback company that does exactly what mainstream services refuse to do. They buy financed phones, activation locked iPhones, Google FRP locked Android devices, and blacklisted or blocked handsets. This is not a workaround or a niche exception. It is their core business. And for devices with no locks at all, they buy those too, often at competitive rates.

What "Locked" Actually Means for Your Device's Value

Most people assume a locked or financed device is worthless to buyers. That assumption costs real money.

A phone that still carries a carrier financing balance is not broken. It functions exactly the same as an unlocked device. The balance is a financial obligation between you and your carrier, not a hardware defect. SellLocked understands that distinction and prices accordingly.

An activation locked iPhone is one where the previous owner's Apple ID is still attached. The hardware is intact and the phone works. The lock is a software state, and buyers in certain refurbishment pipelines can work with those devices. SellLocked reflects that in their offers.

A blacklisted or blocked phone has been reported lost, stolen, or had an account issue that prevented it from connecting to domestic networks. That does not make the device worthless. International markets and parts buyers still want them, and SellLocked has built purchasing pipelines around exactly this use case.

None of this means you should expect the same price as a clean, unlocked device. You will not. But "lower than retail" and "nothing" are very different numbers, and SellLocked pays for real.

What Devices SellLocked Buys

SellLocked covers four categories. Within each category, the catalog runs deep.

• iPhone: iPhone 7 through iPhone 17 Pro Max.
• Samsung phones: Galaxy S Series, Z Fold, Z Flip, and Note Series.
• iPad: standard iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro, and iPad mini across multiple generations.
• Apple Watch: Series 5 through Watch Ultra 3.

All four categories are available for purchase regardless of lock state. Whether your device is clean, financed, activation locked, or blacklisted, it is worth getting a quote.

How MyDeviceValue Shows You SellLocked Offers

On MyDeviceValue, prices are organized so you can compare what different buyers will pay for your specific device, condition, and storage configuration. SellLocked now appears alongside other buyers in those comparisons, with lock state filters built in.

When you look up your device, you will see pricing options for financed, activation locked, and blacklisted conditions alongside the standard unlocked price. Clicking the relevant option swaps the offer rankings to show what SellLocked will pay. The comparison is instant and specific to your phone.

This matters because the price difference between lock states can be significant. Knowing those numbers up front lets you make an informed decision rather than guessing.

About SellLocked

SellLocked is operated by Global Guru Tech, LLC and carries a 5.0 rating on Trustpilot based on over 2,800 reviews. The process is straightforward: get a payout quote, ship your device using the free prepaid label they provide, and receive payment within one to five business days of delivery.

You can read the full vendor profile on the SellLocked partner page.

Why This Partnership Matters

The goal of MyDeviceValue has always been to show you what your device is actually worth, not what a single buyer is willing to pay. SellLocked adds a dimension of competition that did not exist here before: buyers who will actually compete for your locked or financed device instead of passing on it entirely.

If you have an iPhone, Samsung phone, iPad, or Apple Watch sitting in a drawer because you assumed no one would buy it in its current condition, it is worth checking. You may have more options than you think.

Search your device on MyDeviceValue to see how SellLocked's offers compare for your specific situation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I sell a phone that is still financed?

Yes. SellLocked buys phones with an outstanding carrier financing balance. The balance is a financial obligation between you and your carrier, not a hardware defect. You remain responsible for the financing agreement, and SellLocked pays you for the device based on its current value.

Can I sell an activation locked iPhone?

Yes. SellLocked buys iPhones that still have a previous owner's Apple ID attached. The offer will be lower than for a clean device, but it is a real payout rather than a rejection.

Will SellLocked buy a blacklisted or blocked phone?

Yes. SellLocked maintains purchasing pipelines for phones reported lost, stolen, or otherwise blocked from domestic networks. International markets and parts buyers still value these devices.

How long does payment take?

One to five business days after SellLocked receives your device. Shipping uses a free prepaid label they provide.

What devices does SellLocked cover?

iPhones (7 through 17 Pro Max), Samsung Galaxy S, Z Fold, Z Flip, and Note Series, iPads (standard, Air, Pro, mini), and Apple Watches (Series 5 through Watch Ultra 3).