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What warranty does my phone come with?

How to check the warranty on a phone.

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Written by Andy Collins
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New phone warranties

New phones come with a manufacturer's warranty. This warranty varies between manufacturers.

  • Most manufacturers provide a 24-month warranty.

  • Some manufacturers (such as Apple or Motorola) provide a 12-month warranty.

More information about specific manufacturer warranties can be found in our giffgaff handset warranties help article.

Refurbished phone warranties

All giffgaff refurbished phones come with a warranty ranging from 12 to 24 months based on their condition. So you have peace of mind whatever you’re buying.

Refurbished phone warranties by condition:

  • 12 months: “Good”

  • 18 months: “Very Good” and “Excellent”

  • 24 months: “Like New”

What's covered in a warranty

  • Faulty software

  • Internal parts gone haywire

  • Battery issues

  • Accessories included with your phone

What isn't covered in a warranty

  • Broken screens

  • Water damage

  • Rooting or unauthorised modification of software


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