Buyback Plan Lets You Upgrade Affordably, Easily and Responsibly
| A Hassle-Free Way to Get Something Back With technology improving faster than ever these days, upgrading to a new computer on a regular basis is simply a fact of life for many. But every time you buy a new machine, the question arises of what to do with your old one. At Dell, we offer a number of free, convenient and responsible recycling options (even for non-Dell devices). But wouldn’t it be nice to recoup some of the cost of your old computer — especially if it’s not that old — without the time and hassle it requires to sell it on your own? With our guaranteed buyback program, you can. | ![]() |
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| You want to upgrade in a timely way. You’d like to get something back for your machine, but selling it takes time and effort. | The Dell TechForward Guaranteed Buyback Plan. | Get store credit toward your next Dell device and know that your machine will be responsibly reused or recycled. |
Feel Good…and Get Value Back
The next time you purchase a new Dell laptop or desktop, if you plan to upgrade within two years, you can arrange to get compensated for it with store credit toward your next Dell device. And you’ll still have the confidence of knowing that your old technology will be responsibly reused or recycled. It’s called the TechForward Guaranteed Buyback® Plan and it’s easy to participate.
| How the Guaranteed Buyback Plan Works At any time up to two years after purchase, you can send in your computer for free and know exactly how much you will receive in Dell credit (see graph). Just take these steps:
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About TechForward
TechForward has been offering guaranteed buyback plans since 2005 to help give customers the flexibility to upgrade their electronics in a more affordable, easy and environmentally responsible way.


