Apple’s recycling programme offers free and environmentally friendly disposal of your iPod or mobile phone — with no purchase necessary.

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Free iPod and mobile phone recycling

Apple’s commitment to responsible environmental citizenship includes ensuring that an iPod is properly disposed of at the end of its useful life. This recycling programme covers your iPod or any mobile phone — regardless of the manufacturer or model. Apple’s recycling programme makes it easy for you to help protect the environment.

When the time comes for you to recycle, Apple makes it quick, easy and free.

Visit the iPod and mobile phone recycling page (UK / Ireland) and select the quantity that you want to recycle. Please ensure that your web browser is set up to accept cookies, otherwise the next step might not work.

Complete the form with your name and address to receive a freepost mailing label and confirm that you’ve read and understood the Terms and Conditions. Print the pre-paid label and attach to your packaging — or request a freepost envelope to ship your items.

Securely package your items and drop them in your nearest postbox or take them to your local Post Office. To find your nearest location, please visit www.royalmail.com (customers in the UK) or http://locator.anpost.ie (customers in Ireland).