How to Sell, Transfer, and Buy a Used Starlink? Complete Guide

Starlink customers own the Starlink Kit once they buy it, and when they no longer need its service due to any personal or technical reason and sell it to another needy customer, that needy customer buys a “used Starlink” instead of buying a new one. Starlink is a new internet service-providing company that launched in 2019. Many customers love it, while some do not. Used Starlink market created by those customers who no longer need their Starlink hardware and listed it in marketplaces like Facebook and eBay at a lower cost than the new Starlink kit.

Due to any reason, you now want to discontinue your journey with Starlink and sell its hardware to earn some money, or you want to experience Starlink service but don’t have the budget, so you opt to buy used Starlink. This guide on How to Sell, Transfer, and Buy a Used Starlink will help you achieve your desired goal of selling, transferring, and buying Starlink. We will discuss each step in order and in complete detail.

Can you sell used Starlink?

Yes, you can sell your used Starlink to another person via Facebook groups and eBay Marketplace to reach the needy one who is willing to buy your used Starlink hardware. According to Starlink’s Terms of Service, a customer can freely do whatever he or she wants to do with their equipment. So you can sell your Starlink devices without any company interference.

2.5 Title to Starlink Kit. Starlink will transfer title to the Starlink Kit and any accessories to you at the time of delivery.

7.5 Transferring Services. You may have the option to transfer or assign your Services to another responsible party if (a) the account is paid-in-full and in good standing; and (b) the Service address is the same or the requested Service address has network availability. Service transfers are subject to Starlink approval.

Starlink Terms of Service

Prerequisite Conditions Before Selling Your Starlink

Though you can sell your used Starlink easily, there are still 4 prerequisite conditions that you must remember to successfully sell your used Starlink.

1. All Starlink equipment must be in proper working order and in good condition.
2. Before selling, the seller’s bill must be paid, and no pending dues will be there.
3. Customers with Residential, Business, Roam, and Best Effort Service plans can sell or transfer their Starlink to others.
4. The address of the buyer must be in the coverage area of Starlink to get internet from Starlink.

How to Sell Used Starlink?

In this section of the article, we will learn about all the 4 necessary steps that will help you sell your used Starlink successfully.

Step 1. Get Your Starlink Hardware Info

You have to collect your DEVICE ID and TERMINAL ID to provide them to the buyer. Both of these IDs help the buyer activate their dish. Now let’s talk about what the ID is and where you can find it.

1. Device ID: You will get the Starlink Device ID in the shipping box marked with SN, or you can go to your Starlink Account Page, click on Manage, and then visit the Device section where you get the ID below STARLINK. Your ID will look like KIT00525687.
2. Terminal ID: You will get a Terminal ID in your Starlink app. Click on the Menu section (displayed as ≡), scroll down to the bottom, and tap on Advanced Setting, where under the Starlink section you will get the Terminal ID. For example, ut01000000-00000000-008c67bb, you don’t need “ut” in the ID; just numbers are enough.

Step 2. Cancel Your Starlink Subscription

Before selling your Starlink equipment, you must cancel your current subscription. Remember, cancellation of service before the expiration date doesn’t refund your money or benefit to the buyer, but you can easily cancel without any problem.

To cancel your subscription, log in to your Starlink Account Portal, navigate to Manage, and then tap on Cancel Service. Make sure to uncheck the box that says I would like to return my hardware and choose one suitable reason for canceling the service. Now click on the Confirm button to complete the entire process.

Step 3. Factory Reset Your Starlink Router & Demount the Dish

After canceling your Starlink service, you must factory reset your Starlink router. Factory resetting will make your device new again by erasing all the previous data, like the hotspot name, password, and others. The factory reset process depends on the generation of the Starlink router you have.

For Gen 1 and Gen 3 routers, you have to press the factory reset button given at the bottom of your device with a paper clip or small screwdriver. After this, wait for some minutes to complete your resetting process. For a Gen 2 router, you have to plug and unplug the router 6 times waiting only a few seconds between each power cycle.

You must also demount your Starlink dish properly and keep all the mounting equipment that the company has provided.

Step 4. Pack Up Your Starlink Equipment

After doing all 3 steps successfully given above, you must pack up your equipment, which you have to ship to your buyer’s address. If you still have the Starlink Kit box, then put all the devices safely into it and wrap up the box perfectly, or you can find some boxes in your storeroom that are in good condition and have space to store all the equipment. Make sure that all the equipment reaches the buyer in a protected and good manner.

The checklist of devices is given below which you must provide to the buyer.

• Starlink Dish,
• Router,
• Starlink Cable,
• Power Cable,
• Mounting Base.

Is Starlink Transferable?

Yes, you can transfer Starlink to another person who wants to accept your used Starlink. To successfully transfer your used Starlink, just follow 3 easy steps given in the next section of the article.

Step 1. Initiate The Transfer Process

To initiate the transfer, go to your Account portal, and navigate to Manage. Now select your dish and click on the Transfer button given after the Status section. Make sure to be fully confident about your transfer process because there is no way back after this step. All your hardware will be immediately removed from your account, and the remaining days of the internet plan (if any) will be discontinued.

Step 2. Get The Buyer’s Information

The buyer’s information is necessary to transfer ownership and ship the Starlink equipment to their address. You have to find a buyer who is ready to buy your used Starlink at our offered price. You can get the buyer from the marketplace or list your device on eBay (whichever is best for you). Once you get your buyer’s device, ask them for their contact information and physical address.

Step 3. Shipped The Starlink To Buyer’s Address

If your buyer contacted you through eBay and is living in the same country as the seller. Now, to ship or transfer your used Starlink kit to your buyer, you can use UPS, USPS, or FedEx for fast and safer delivery to the address you got from your buyer. According to UPS (United Parcel Service), the delivery success rate of an item for UPS is 99.3%, for FedEx it is 97%, and for USPS it is 98.5%. 

Can I Buy Used Starlink Equipment?

Yes, you can buy used Starlink equipment for yourself if you don’t want to be added to a long Starlink waitlist or buy Starlink hardware at a cheaper price and must meet all the buyer’s requirements. Before buying a used or new Starlink, make sure that your address lies in the coverage area of Starlink; otherwise, you won’t be able to enjoy unlimited internet Starlink service.

How To Buy & Activate Used Starlink?

You can buy and activate your used Starlink in just 4 simple steps. As we have now learned about how to sell and transfer a used Starlink, it’s time to talk about how to buy it. In this section, we will guide the buyer of Starlink to follow all the steps in detail to successfully buy and activate your Starlink.

Step 1. Collect the Starlink Hardware ID

You have to collect the DEVICE ID and TERMINAL ID from the seller. You will need these IDs during the activation process. I have provided you with an example below to show what each ID looks like.

1. DEVICE ID – KIT00525687
2. TERMINAL ID – ut01000000-00000000-008c67bb (you don’t need “ut” in the ID just numbers are enough).

Step 2. Contact Starlink

Now the crucial step for the buyer is to sign up for the Starlink official account with a Gmail address and password. Then navigate to the Activate section of Starlink and enter either Terminal ID or Device ID. Now choose one of the two options. (I) open a new Starlink account, and (ii) continue with the existing account.

Step 3. Choose The Service Plan

Your 3rd step is to choose a service plan. If you provided the right ID, then a new section to choose the Starlink service plan will appear on your device. You have to write your address in the section given at the bottom of the screen. Your entered address will allow you to choose the service plan as per availability. The residential plan is best for major users of Starlink.

Remember that buying used Starlink doesn’t mean that you will get all types of service plans or get internet in whatever location you want. You still need to contact Starlink and choose plans according to area availability. Areas with low coverage capacity will not allow you to use the residential and business plans, while areas with very crowded populations don’t allow you to have a very high-speed internet connection.

Step 4. Complete The Order

Finally, after filling in your billing address and contact information in the next section of the Starlink form, Click on Place Order once everything is filled up completely and correctly. Without any delay, your service will start, and the only thing you need to do now is successfully install your Starlink.

Now you can enjoy unhindered and unlimited internet service via Starlink in remote areas where the internet was never before. You have to just pay monthly for it.

Benefits of Buying and Selling Used Starlink

Selling Benefit	Buying Benefit
Get more than 50% of your investment in Starlink.	Spend 20% less money as compared to buying a new Starlink.
Used Starlink hardware maintenance problem.	Avoid the long waitlist for getting Starlink hardware.
Opt for another internet service if you don’t like it.	Faster delivery via FedEx or UPS as compared to the official Starlink.

Starlink Buying and Selling Tips

If you are going to sell or buy used Starlink, then read my tips carefully, because these tips will help you a lot during the process.

For Seller

• You must choose a trusted marketplace like eBay to list your device and be aware of scammers by contacting the buyer through their contact information.
• Before selling, ask the buyer to check the address where they want to set up Starlink and whether the address is under the coverage map of Starlink. If yes, then proceed; otherwise, look for another buyer.
• The seller can also suggest buyers choose Roam service if residential and business plans are currently on the waitlist for that area.

For Buyer

• If you are buying via eBay, then you need to pay in advance, and don’t forget to use the Buyer Protection feature to get Starlink devices in proper working condition.
• If the seller’s address is close to yours, then you must personally go to check the working condition of the hardware, like the dish, router, and cable, which must be in good condition and provide an internet connection.
• Take all the invoices, seller bills, and account status in order to check whether the account is active or terminated and whether all dues are paid or not.

Can I cancel or reverse a transfer?

To cancel or reverse a transfer of used Starlink totally depends on whether you are a seller or a buyer. For a seller, no, you can’t cancel or reverse a transfer. Because once the buyer activates the account via your ID, there is no way back. But if the buyer refuses to accept the delivery or return your order, then you can’t either activate Starlink for yourself or deliver it to another buyer.

For a buyer, yes, you can cancel the transfer process, and if you have activated the account, then you can simply either cancel your subscription or sell the used Starlink kit to others.

How much is a used Starlink worth?

The expected price range of a used Starlink is $300–$500, as the original cost of a Starlink kit is $599 plus shipping charges. As per eBay listings for used Starlink, the price range varies from $600-$700 + shipping charges, which is more than the original cost.

If you are getting used Starlink in proper working condition at a fair price, meaning less than the original price, then you can buy it; otherwise, you should buy a new Starlink kit.

Is There Any Warranty for Used Starlink?

According to Starlink Limited Warranty, for the Standard Starlink Kit, the warranty period is 12 months in all countries except the UK and EU, from the date of original purchase. So while selling, transferring, or buying the used Starlink, the remaining warranty also transfers to a new owner.

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