How to prepare your PC before selling it

Before you sell any computer, copy your important files somewhere safe. Use an external drive, cloud storage, or another computer.

Check documents, desktop files, photos, videos, game saves, browser exports, and any software license information you may need later.

Sign out of Windows, browser profiles, game launchers, cloud storage, email apps, and messaging apps. Remove saved passwords and unlink the PC from services where needed.

This protects your privacy and prevents the next owner from running into account locks.

Use Windows reset options or a clean installation to remove personal data. If the PC contains sensitive information, consider a more thorough drive wipe before reinstalling.

Make sure the PC still boots properly afterward, because buyers will want to confirm that it works.

Gently remove dust from the outside, clean accessible vents, and wipe surfaces. Do not use liquid inside the PC or take apart anything you are not comfortable handling.

Take clear photos, gather power cables and accessories, and write down the specs and known issues honestly.

Choosing around preparing a PC for sale is easier when the whole PC is balanced, tested, and matched to the way you actually use it.

• Bronze Level: Ideal for everyday use, school work, office tasks, and light games.
• Silver Level: A strong value choice for popular games and smooth general performance.
• Gold Level: Better suited for higher settings, heavier multitasking, and more demanding games.
• Platinum Level: Built for users who want high performance for demanding games, creative work, or long-term headroom.

Prenew's refurbished PCs are checked before resale, so you can upgrade responsibly without guessing whether the parts work well together.