How to Buy on Swappa

Our primary goal is to make it easy and safe for you to buy a used Android device.

All listings created by sellers on Swappa must meet the following criteria:

  • All devices are fully functional
  • All devices have clean ESN/MEIDs (have not been reported lost or stolen)
  • All devices are free of water damage and screen cracks

Buying an Android device on Swappa is easy. In fact, it's easier and cheaper than buying an Android device on eBay...

Login First

You'll have to login first: Login with Facebook or OpenID.

Step 1: Choose the device you want

There are so many devices to choose from, that's part of why Android is so awesome. Find the one you want then click the Buy button to see all the listings.

Use the Device Finder to the right to find your device. »

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List All Devices Search for Device

Step 2: Choose device listings

Choose the listing with the device, options and accessories you want. Then click Buy!

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Step 3: Pay with PayPal

Click the Buy and Pay buttons as needed.

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Now finish up with PayPal. You don't need a PayPal account, you can just use your credit card if you want.

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Step 4: Confirm shipping address for Seller

You need to provide and confirm your shipping address so the seller knows where to send your ass kickin' Android device.

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Step 5: Enjoy your Android device!

That's it. It's so swappin' simple. You'll love it.

Why Swappa is better than eBay for buying Android devices...

Device Finder

Use the carrier (e.g. Verizon) and manufacturer (e.g. Samsung) as keywords.