Check the invoice from Apple or an authorized reseller.
: Check the original packaging barcode or your original receipt/invoice . apple serial number search
: This is the most reliable tool for verifying authenticity and warranty. Enter your serial number to see: Valid purchase date. Telephone technical support status. Check the invoice from Apple or an authorized reseller
Click the Apple menu () in the upper-left corner of your screen and select About This Mac . Enter your serial number to see: Valid purchase date
: The manufacturing location (e.g., "F1" or "F2" for Foxconn in Zhengzhou, China). Next 2 Characters : The year and week of production. Middle 3 Characters : A unique identifier. Last 4 Characters : The model number and hardware configuration.
Enter the visual code displayed on the screen to prove you are a human user.
Counterfeit Apple products are highly sophisticated. A serial number check ensures your device is a legitimate Apple product.