🔍 4 Easy Ways to Find Your Mac’s Secret Agent (Serial Number)
This is the fastest method. Just:
- Click the Apple logo at the top-left corner
- Select About This Mac
- Boom! A window will pop up showing your Mac’s model name, year, chip, and serial number all in one place.
Method 2: For Power Users – Use System Information
If you want more detailed info:
- Press Command + Spacebar to open Spotlight
- Type System Information and press Enter
- In the window that appears, click Hardware – everything you need is listed right there
Method 3: Old-School Style – Check Under the Mac (MacBook only)
For MacBook users, simply flip your device over. You’ll see small engraved text underneath – your Serial Number is there too.
Method 4: When Your Mac Isn’t With You – Use Apple ID
As long as your Mac is signed in with your Apple ID:
- Go to System Settings > [Your Name]
- Scroll down to find your Mac in the list of devices
- Click on it, and you’ll find the Serial Number inside
🚀 Got the Serial Number? Time to Check Warranty Status!
- Go to Apple’s warranty check website: https://checkcoverage.apple.com
- Enter your Serial Number
- Type the CAPTCHA code, then click Continue
- That’s it! The system will tell you everything – warranty status, purchase date, and repair eligibility
✨ Tips for Buying Secondhand Macs
- It hasn’t been reported lost
- It’s not locked to someone else’s iCloud
Otherwise, you might end up with a very expensive paperweight!
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