Just Got a New-to-You iPhone? The First 10 Things to Do

The First 10 Things to Do With Your New iPhone

Set up your certified iPhone the right way — fast, secure, and ready for anything.

Congrats on the new-to-you iPhone! Whether it's your first certified refurbished iPhone or your fifth, a few minutes of smart setup makes everything smoother and safer. Here are the first 10 things to do the moment you power it on.

1. Insert your SIM (or set up eSIM)

Every Strictli iPhone is unlocked, so just add your carrier's SIM or activate an eSIM to get calls and data going.

2. Connect to Wi-Fi and update iOS

Go to Settings → General → Software Update and install the latest iOS. You'll get the newest features and security patches right away.

3. Transfer your data

Restore from an iCloud or computer backup, or use Quick Start to move everything from your old iPhone — photos, apps, messages, and settings come right along.

4. Sign in to your Apple Account

Sign in to sync iCloud, the App Store, and Find My. This is also what keeps your photos and files backed up going forward.

5. Turn on Find My iPhone

Settings → your name → Find My. If your phone is ever lost or stolen, this helps you locate or lock it — do it now.

6. Set a passcode and Face ID / Touch ID

Lock down your phone with a strong passcode and biometrics. It takes 30 seconds and protects everything on your device.

7. Check the battery health

Settings → Battery → Battery Health & Charging shows your maximum capacity. Curious what's normal for a refurbished phone? See our iPhone battery health guide.

8. Protect it with a case and screen protector

The cheapest insurance you'll ever buy. A good case and tempered glass keep your investment safe from day one.

9. Set up a reliable charger

Grab a certified fast-charging cable and wall block so you're powered up at home, at work, and on the go.

10. Enable automatic backups

Turn on iCloud Backup (Settings → your name → iCloud → iCloud Backup) so your new phone stays safe automatically.

Round out your setup. A case, screen protector, charger, and earbuds turn a great phone into a complete kit. Every Strictli accessory is certified and affordable — see our accessories guide.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I move everything from my old iPhone?

Use Quick Start (hold the phones near each other) or restore from an iCloud/computer backup during setup. Your apps, photos, and messages transfer automatically.