frequently asked questions

Collect as many old e-gadgets as possible. Once you have a bunch, contact eric@eco-cell.com for a shipping label. When the devices return to our facility, we recycle them and send you a check for their value.

If you simply wish to recycle your old household e-gadgets without expectation of payment, we can provide free shipping. We respectfully ask that you have at least three devices to recycle. For every gadget you send, we donate to one of our favorite gorilla conservation organizations, GRACE Gorillas! Please contact eric@eco-cell.com for more information.

  • Cell Phones/Smartphones
  • iPads/Tablets
  • iPods/mp3 Players
  • GPS
  • Smartwatches
  • Airpods/Earbuds
  • VR Headsets
  • Digital Cameras and associated cords and cables.

It is completely free! In fact, we pay your organization for every single gadget recycled.

ecocell does not wipe data from the devices it recycles, and it is not responsible for data associated with devices submitted to its recycling program. The best practice is for owners to wipe data from their gadgets BEFORE recycling.

To learn the procedure for Apple products, visit:
https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/sell-give-away-or-trade-in-your-iphone-iph415eb3fe5/ios

To learn the procedure for wiping data from Android products, visit:
https://www.computerworld.com/article/3243253/how-to-securely-erase-your-android-device-in-4-steps.html

All e-gadgets which can’t be reused are recycled via R2 certified or better reclamation companies.

find a recycle location near you!