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$600 device trade-in on older devices for Samsung Galaxy S21, S21+, S21 Ultra preorder - Verizon

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I was checking out the Galaxy S21 Ultra offers here [verizon.com] and noticed an "Upgrade and get $600 off w/trade" button, which was valid on my Galaxy Note 8. A friend of mine also did the same with his Galaxy S8+. The most I was seeing anywhere else for my Note 8 was $250.
Yes, these are monthly bill credits, but I plan on staying with Verizon anyway so not a problem for me. You will also need to be on a select Unlimited 5G plan.
On top of the $600, all preorders are eligible for the Samsung credit as well. For the S21 Ultra preorder, this means I'll be getting an additional $200 in Samsung credit and Samsung SmartTag.
$800 total for my Note 8 to upgrade to the S21 Ultra was a no-brainer for me.

UPDATE:
Turns out the $600 credit is valid on even older models. I canceled my order with the Note 8 trade-in and created a new order where I am trading in an inactive Google Pixel 2 64GB that I had. If you click on the promotion and then "See all details and additional offers" there is a dropdown with all phones eligible for the $600 credit. It includes iPhone6 and newer, Galaxy Note5 and newer, Galaxy S7 and newer and a bunch of other Motorola, LG, and OnePlus phones.

UPDATE 2:
Check under "Account" and then "My offers" and there could be one that says "Galaxy S21. Get $300 off. Save on the latest from Samsung when you upgrade your phone. Online only. Discount applied in cart."
This brought my total discount to $900 off of the S21 Ultra, plus the $200 Samsung credit.
Props to BeautifulTable686 for finding this one!

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Info on getting the Samsung credit:
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Get your Samsung credit
Now that you have your Galaxy device, redeem your preorder promo & get up to $200* in Samsung credit for more amazing Samsung tech & accessories. Redemption period: 1/28/2021 - 2/28/2021.

Step 1: From the Google Play store, download the Shop Samsung app to your new Galaxy device.

Step 2: Open the Shop Samsung app & tap the "Menu" icon at the top left. Select "My Inbox" & tap "See if I'm eligible."

Step 3: Choose how to submit your proof of preorder: Scan the IMEI barcode on your retail box or copy & paste the IMEI number from your device.

Option 1: Scan the IMEI barcode on your retail box.
Tap "Allow" to let the app take pictures & record video.

Align your Galaxy S21 5G retail box barcode inside the viewfinder to scan your box. If you can't scan, tap "Try again" or "Enter IMEI number" to copy & paste your IMEI.

Once your IMEI has been scanned or copied, tap "Verify."

Option 2: Copy & paste the IMEI number from your device.

Tap "Find the IMEI for this phone" & then tap the IMEI number to copy it to your clipboard.

Tap the "Menu" icon again at the top left. Then select "My Inbox" & paste your IMEI number into the IMEI field.

Tap "Verify."

Step 4: If you're eligible, you'll be prompted to sign in to your Samsung account to register.

Step 5: Fill out the required information, tap "Submit" &, if prompted, upload your proof of preorder with the preorder date visible, by 11:59:59 pm ET on February 28, 2021.

Samsung credit preorder offer frequently asked questions
Preorder a Samsung Galaxy S21 5G, S21+ 5G, or S21 Ultra 5G from 1/14/21 – 1/28/21 and get up to $200 Samsung Credit and a free Galaxy SmartTag.
With valid offer claim. Supplies are limited. Terms and conditions apply.*

Preorder period: 1/14/2021 – 1/28/2021
Redemption period: 1/28/2021 – 2/28/2021
Resubmission deadline: 3/7/2021

Who is eligible to participate in this offer?
Any US/DC/PR/USVI resident who is at least 18 years of age who preordered a Galaxy S21 5G device between 1/14/2021 – 1/28/2021. No other Samsung products are eligible for this promotion. For additional details, see Terms and Conditions above.

I bought a different Samsung product. Am I eligible for this offer?
No, only the preorder of a Samsung Galaxy S21 5G, S21+ 5G, or S21 Ultra 5G qualifies.

Can I also register my purchase for another Samsung offer?
Yes, you can combine this offer with other carrier, retailer, and Samsung offers.

What retailers are participating in this offer?
Please visit the offer homepage to learn more about offer/retailer details and how to redeem from your eligible Galaxy S21 5G device.

What will I receive with my eligible purchase in this offer?
Please visit the offer homepage to learn more about offer/retailer details and how to redeem from your eligible Galaxy S21 5G device.

If you preordered a Galaxy S21 5G:
Upon approval, your $100 Samsung Credit will be sent digitally to the email address you registered with in 4 to 6 weeks. When you redeem your Samsung Credit, your Galaxy SmartTag will be automatically added to your order at checkout. Shipping details provided at purchase.

If you preordered a Galaxy S21+ 5G:
Upon approval, your $150 Samsung Credit will be sent digitally to the email address you registered with in 4 to 6 weeks. When you redeem your Samsung Credit, your Galaxy SmartTag will be automatically added to your order at checkout. Shipping details provided at purchase.

If you preordered a Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G:
Upon approval, your $200 Samsung Credit will be sent digitally to the email address you registered with in 4 to 6 weeks. When you redeem your Samsung Credit, your Galaxy SmartTag will be automatically added to your order at checkout. Shipping details provided at purchase.

What is a Galaxy SmartTag?
Galaxy SmartTag is a locator that helps you keep track of everything that matters. Attach it to your keys, your bag, your pet or anything you want to keep tabs on.

What can I purchase with my Samsung Credit?
Your Samsung Credit can be used towards the purchase of curated bundles, select products like Samsung TVs, SmartThings products, gaming, accessories, chargers and more in the Shop Samsung app or Samsung.com.

Where can I spend my Samsung Credit?
Redeem your Samsung Credit in the Shop Samsung app by tapping Redeem Now card, or access the redemption site link from your approval email.

If I live in Puerto Rico or the US Virgin Islands, what gifts do I qualify for?
If you live in Puerto Rico or the US Virgin Islands, you are eligible to receive either $130 (Galaxy S21 5G purchases), $180 (Galaxy S21+ 5G purchases) or $230 (Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G purchases) in the form of a Samsung Prepaid Mastercard®. Supplies are limited. Terms and Conditions apply.

How do I redeem my Samsung Prepaid Mastercard® if I live in Puerto Rico or the US Virgin Islands?
1. Once your registration is approved, you will receive an email with a link to access your virtual Samsung Prepaid Mastercard®, or you can choose to have a physical Samsung Prepaid Mastercard® mailed to you with in approximately 4 to 6 weeks.
2. You must activate it with in three months of receiving the email or the code will expire.
3. Use the link provided in the Mastercard® email to check your card balance and access your transaction history.

How do I register for this offer if I preordered an eligible Galaxy S21 5G device?
1. Download and install the Shop Samsung app on your eligible Galaxy device from the Galaxy Store or Google Play Store.
2. Open the Shop Samsung app and tap the "Menu Icon" on top left > select "My Inbox" > tap SEE IF I'M ELIGIBLE for this offer.
3. Scan your device IMEI barcode from your eligible Galaxy device retail box OR copy and paste it from your device.

How to scan your retail box:
Tap ALLOW, when prompted, to allow Shop Samsung to take pictures and record video.
Align your eligible Galaxy device retail box barcode inside the viewfinder to scan your box. If unsuccessful, tap TRY AGAIN or tap FIND DEVICE IMEI to copy and paste your IMEI. How to copy and paste your IMEI:
Tap FIND DEVICE IMEI or go to Settings > About phone, then tap and hold your IMEI number to copy it to your clipboard.
Once copied, tap the back button at the bottom of your phone to come back to the Shop Samsung app and paste your IMEI into the IMEI field. You can also come back to the Shop Samsung app by tapping the "Menu Icon" on top left > select "My Inbox" > paste your IMEI into the IMEI field.
4. Once your IMEI has been scanned or copied, tap VERIFY.
5. If you are eligible and not signed into your Samsung Account on your device, you will be prompted to sign in or create an account to register for the offer.
6. Fill out the required information, tap SUBMIT and if prompted, upload receipt/proof of preorder with your preorder date visible by 11:59:59 PM ET on February 28, 2021.

How do I register if I preordered multiple, eligible Galaxy S21 5G devices? You will need to register each device individually through the Shop Samsung app. After registering the first device, tap REGISTER ANOTHER DEVICE to continue registering your next device.

The Shop Samsung app asks me for permission to make and manage phone calls. Why does the Shop Samsung app need access to this information? Shop Samsung app will require this permission for any user that has an Android 9 or earlier generation device. This Android permission is required to check your device IMEI for eligibility. Shop Samsung app will not access your contacts or address book.

The Shop Samsung app asks me for permission to access my camera. Why does the Shop Samsung app need this access? If you are an Android 10 user and you select the "Scan your retail box" option, Shop Samsung app will require camera permission to capture your device IMEI for eligibility.

The Shop Samsung app asks me for permission to access my contacts when I tap the REGISTER NOW button on the promotion. Why does the Shop Samsung app need access to this information? Shop Samsung app requires this Android permission to access your Samsung Account to log you in automatically. Shop Samsung app will not access your contacts or address book.

Can someone else register my offer claim on my behalf? No, you must register your own offer claim. Rules specify that you may not have a third-party representative register on your behalf.

What kind of proof of preorder will I need to provide to redeem this offer? If you've preordered an eligible Galaxy S21 5G device during the eligible preorder period, you may not need to provide any additional proof of preorder. If prompted to provide proof of preorder, you can use:
a. In-Store Purchase: Save your register receipt.
b. Online/Phone Purchase: If ordered online or over phone, please save email confirmation of preorder as well as the packing slip received with the device.
c. If you do not have any proof of preorder, you will need to return to the carrier/seller store and request a proof of preorder that lists which device you preordered as well as its preorder date.

What happens if I preordered my eligible Galaxy S21 5G device on Samsung.com or the Shop Samsung app? As part of the checkout process, you will receive a Galaxy SmartTag and $100 Samsung Credit with your Galaxy S21 5G preorder, $150 Samsung Credit with your Galaxy S21+ 5G preorder, or $200 Samsung Credit with your Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G preorder. You can use your gift at checkout, or if you choose to not use it then, your gift will be sent digitally to the email address you purchased with. Your Galaxy SmartTag will be automatically added to your order at checkout when you redeem your Samsung Credit. For additional details, see associated Terms and Conditions at checkout.

Am I able to submit an Offer Claim Form if I preordered my eligible Galaxy S21 5Gdevice on Samsung.com or the Shop Samsung app, but opted out of selecting a gift at checkout? Unfortunately, you will not be eligible to submit an Offer Claim Form in this case. Your gift must be selected at checkout to obtain your gift. For additional details, see Terms and Conditions above.

Can I register a claim on multiple eligible Galaxy S21 5G devices using the same Samsung Account? Yes, you are able to use the same Samsung Account to register a claim on multiple eligible Galaxy S21 5G devices.

How do I redeem this offer if it was purchased on behalf of a business? For 50 or more devices, please contact [email protected] to obtain a registration form. The email account will only respond to inquiries involving large quantity submissions.

What information do I need when registering my claim? You must have your eligible Galaxy S21 5G device(s) as well as the proof of preorder(s) in hand (if prompted) to fully complete the registration process.

If I lost my receipt/proof of preorder to the eligible Galaxy S21 5G device preorder, can I still participate in this offer? If registering for the promotion via your eligible Galaxy S21 5G device, you may not need a receipt/proof of preorder to participate. If prompted, you will need to provide proof of preorder. If you do not have a receipt/proof of preorder, please see your retailer and request a new receipt listing your eligible Galaxy S21 5G device and the date you preordered it.

When is the latest I can enter my information in the Shop Samsung app to take advantage of this offer? You will not be able to register for this offer after February 28, 2021 and will no longer be eligible for the offer after that time.

What happens if I am having general problems with my claim registration? To receive help with your registration, you can engage in a Chat conversation by tapping the chat icon at the top right of your screen or you can contact Samsung Customer Support at 1-866-888-5503 for further assistance.

What do I do if I registered my information, but I have not received an email or app confirmation with in 24 hours?
1. From the app, you can check your registration status from Menu > My Inbox or online here.
2. Check your Spam folder (emails will be sent by [email protected] or [email protected]).
3. If there hasn't been an update to your registration status with in 48 hours, please contact Customer Support at 1-866-888-5503. What do I do if I am rejected? You will receive an email explaining why your claim registration was rejected along with the steps to resubmit. You cannot resubmit an offer claim form more than one (1) time. Resubmissions must be completed by March 7, 2021. If you do not receive this email, please contact Customer Support at 1-866-888-5503.

Where should I go if I need to resubmit my claim? If your claim has been rejected, you can resubmit your claim with receipt/proof of preorder from the link sent in the email you have received. You can check your registration status in the app from Menu > My Inbox or online here.

What can I do if I receive a networking error when uploading my receipt in the Shop Samsung app?
Please note the maximum file size allowed is 12MB. Please check your file size and try uploading your receipt again.

What should I do if I'm taking a picture of my receipt but the picture comes out blurry?
Please try to take the picture in good lighting and ensure receipt/confirmation date and qualifying device name are clearly readable. Please note the maximum file size allowed is 12MB.

How long will it be before I can see a status update after submitting a claim?
Please allow at least 24 hours after submitting for your registration status to be available using the email address you registered with for the offer.

What other resources are available if I have questions that are not answered by this document?
You can get additional help by calling Samsung Customer Support at 1-866-888-5503.

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I was checking out the Galaxy S21 Ultra offers here [verizon.com] and noticed an "Upgrade and get $600 off w/trade" button, which was valid on my Galaxy Note 8. A friend of mine also did the same with his Galaxy S8+. The most I was seeing anywhere else for my Note 8 was $250.
Yes, these are monthly bill credits, but I plan on staying with Verizon anyway so not a problem for me. You will also need to be on a select Unlimited 5G plan.
On top of the $600, all preorders are eligible for the Samsung credit as well. For the S21 Ultra preorder, this means I'll be getting an additional $200 in Samsung credit and Samsung SmartTag.
$800 total for my Note 8 to upgrade to the S21 Ultra was a no-brainer for me.

UPDATE:
Turns out the $600 credit is valid on even older models. I canceled my order with the Note 8 trade-in and created a new order where I am trading in an inactive Google Pixel 2 64GB that I had. If you click on the promotion and then "See all details and additional offers" there is a dropdown with all phones eligible for the $600 credit. It includes iPhone6 and newer, Galaxy Note5 and newer, Galaxy S7 and newer and a bunch of other Motorola, LG, and OnePlus phones.

UPDATE 2:
Check under "Account" and then "My offers" and there could be one that says "Galaxy S21. Get $300 off. Save on the latest from Samsung when you upgrade your phone. Online only. Discount applied in cart."
This brought my total discount to $900 off of the S21 Ultra, plus the $200 Samsung credit.
Props to BeautifulTable686 for finding this one!

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Info on getting the Samsung credit:
#############
Get your Samsung credit
Now that you have your Galaxy device, redeem your preorder promo & get up to $200* in Samsung credit for more amazing Samsung tech & accessories. Redemption period: 1/28/2021 - 2/28/2021.

Step 1: From the Google Play store, download the Shop Samsung app to your new Galaxy device.

Step 2: Open the Shop Samsung app & tap the "Menu" icon at the top left. Select "My Inbox" & tap "See if I'm eligible."

Step 3: Choose how to submit your proof of preorder: Scan the IMEI barcode on your retail box or copy & paste the IMEI number from your device.

Option 1: Scan the IMEI barcode on your retail box.
Tap "Allow" to let the app take pictures & record video.

Align your Galaxy S21 5G retail box barcode inside the viewfinder to scan your box. If you can't scan, tap "Try again" or "Enter IMEI number" to copy & paste your IMEI.

Once your IMEI has been scanned or copied, tap "Verify."

Option 2: Copy & paste the IMEI number from your device.

Tap "Find the IMEI for this phone" & then tap the IMEI number to copy it to your clipboard.

Tap the "Menu" icon again at the top left. Then select "My Inbox" & paste your IMEI number into the IMEI field.

Tap "Verify."

Step 4: If you're eligible, you'll be prompted to sign in to your Samsung account to register.

Step 5: Fill out the required information, tap "Submit" &, if prompted, upload your proof of preorder with the preorder date visible, by 11:59:59 pm ET on February 28, 2021.

Samsung credit preorder offer frequently asked questions
Preorder a Samsung Galaxy S21 5G, S21+ 5G, or S21 Ultra 5G from 1/14/21 – 1/28/21 and get up to $200 Samsung Credit and a free Galaxy SmartTag.
With valid offer claim. Supplies are limited. Terms and conditions apply.*

Preorder period: 1/14/2021 – 1/28/2021
Redemption period: 1/28/2021 – 2/28/2021
Resubmission deadline: 3/7/2021

Who is eligible to participate in this offer?
Any US/DC/PR/USVI resident who is at least 18 years of age who preordered a Galaxy S21 5G device between 1/14/2021 – 1/28/2021. No other Samsung products are eligible for this promotion. For additional details, see Terms and Conditions above.

I bought a different Samsung product. Am I eligible for this offer?
No, only the preorder of a Samsung Galaxy S21 5G, S21+ 5G, or S21 Ultra 5G qualifies.

Can I also register my purchase for another Samsung offer?
Yes, you can combine this offer with other carrier, retailer, and Samsung offers.

What retailers are participating in this offer?
Please visit the offer homepage to learn more about offer/retailer details and how to redeem from your eligible Galaxy S21 5G device.

What will I receive with my eligible purchase in this offer?
Please visit the offer homepage to learn more about offer/retailer details and how to redeem from your eligible Galaxy S21 5G device.

If you preordered a Galaxy S21 5G:
Upon approval, your $100 Samsung Credit will be sent digitally to the email address you registered with in 4 to 6 weeks. When you redeem your Samsung Credit, your Galaxy SmartTag will be automatically added to your order at checkout. Shipping details provided at purchase.

If you preordered a Galaxy S21+ 5G:
Upon approval, your $150 Samsung Credit will be sent digitally to the email address you registered with in 4 to 6 weeks. When you redeem your Samsung Credit, your Galaxy SmartTag will be automatically added to your order at checkout. Shipping details provided at purchase.

If you preordered a Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G:
Upon approval, your $200 Samsung Credit will be sent digitally to the email address you registered with in 4 to 6 weeks. When you redeem your Samsung Credit, your Galaxy SmartTag will be automatically added to your order at checkout. Shipping details provided at purchase.

What is a Galaxy SmartTag?
Galaxy SmartTag is a locator that helps you keep track of everything that matters. Attach it to your keys, your bag, your pet or anything you want to keep tabs on.

What can I purchase with my Samsung Credit?
Your Samsung Credit can be used towards the purchase of curated bundles, select products like Samsung TVs, SmartThings products, gaming, accessories, chargers and more in the Shop Samsung app or Samsung.com.

Where can I spend my Samsung Credit?
Redeem your Samsung Credit in the Shop Samsung app by tapping Redeem Now card, or access the redemption site link from your approval email.

If I live in Puerto Rico or the US Virgin Islands, what gifts do I qualify for?
If you live in Puerto Rico or the US Virgin Islands, you are eligible to receive either $130 (Galaxy S21 5G purchases), $180 (Galaxy S21+ 5G purchases) or $230 (Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G purchases) in the form of a Samsung Prepaid Mastercard®. Supplies are limited. Terms and Conditions apply.

How do I redeem my Samsung Prepaid Mastercard® if I live in Puerto Rico or the US Virgin Islands?
1. Once your registration is approved, you will receive an email with a link to access your virtual Samsung Prepaid Mastercard®, or you can choose to have a physical Samsung Prepaid Mastercard® mailed to you with in approximately 4 to 6 weeks.
2. You must activate it with in three months of receiving the email or the code will expire.
3. Use the link provided in the Mastercard® email to check your card balance and access your transaction history.

How do I register for this offer if I preordered an eligible Galaxy S21 5G device?
1. Download and install the Shop Samsung app on your eligible Galaxy device from the Galaxy Store or Google Play Store.
2. Open the Shop Samsung app and tap the "Menu Icon" on top left > select "My Inbox" > tap SEE IF I'M ELIGIBLE for this offer.
3. Scan your device IMEI barcode from your eligible Galaxy device retail box OR copy and paste it from your device.

How to scan your retail box:
Tap ALLOW, when prompted, to allow Shop Samsung to take pictures and record video.
Align your eligible Galaxy device retail box barcode inside the viewfinder to scan your box. If unsuccessful, tap TRY AGAIN or tap FIND DEVICE IMEI to copy and paste your IMEI. How to copy and paste your IMEI:
Tap FIND DEVICE IMEI or go to Settings > About phone, then tap and hold your IMEI number to copy it to your clipboard.
Once copied, tap the back button at the bottom of your phone to come back to the Shop Samsung app and paste your IMEI into the IMEI field. You can also come back to the Shop Samsung app by tapping the "Menu Icon" on top left > select "My Inbox" > paste your IMEI into the IMEI field.
4. Once your IMEI has been scanned or copied, tap VERIFY.
5. If you are eligible and not signed into your Samsung Account on your device, you will be prompted to sign in or create an account to register for the offer.
6. Fill out the required information, tap SUBMIT and if prompted, upload receipt/proof of preorder with your preorder date visible by 11:59:59 PM ET on February 28, 2021.

How do I register if I preordered multiple, eligible Galaxy S21 5G devices? You will need to register each device individually through the Shop Samsung app. After registering the first device, tap REGISTER ANOTHER DEVICE to continue registering your next device.

The Shop Samsung app asks me for permission to make and manage phone calls. Why does the Shop Samsung app need access to this information? Shop Samsung app will require this permission for any user that has an Android 9 or earlier generation device. This Android permission is required to check your device IMEI for eligibility. Shop Samsung app will not access your contacts or address book.

The Shop Samsung app asks me for permission to access my camera. Why does the Shop Samsung app need this access? If you are an Android 10 user and you select the "Scan your retail box" option, Shop Samsung app will require camera permission to capture your device IMEI for eligibility.

The Shop Samsung app asks me for permission to access my contacts when I tap the REGISTER NOW button on the promotion. Why does the Shop Samsung app need access to this information? Shop Samsung app requires this Android permission to access your Samsung Account to log you in automatically. Shop Samsung app will not access your contacts or address book.

Can someone else register my offer claim on my behalf? No, you must register your own offer claim. Rules specify that you may not have a third-party representative register on your behalf.

What kind of proof of preorder will I need to provide to redeem this offer? If you've preordered an eligible Galaxy S21 5G device during the eligible preorder period, you may not need to provide any additional proof of preorder. If prompted to provide proof of preorder, you can use:
a. In-Store Purchase: Save your register receipt.
b. Online/Phone Purchase: If ordered online or over phone, please save email confirmation of preorder as well as the packing slip received with the device.
c. If you do not have any proof of preorder, you will need to return to the carrier/seller store and request a proof of preorder that lists which device you preordered as well as its preorder date.

What happens if I preordered my eligible Galaxy S21 5G device on Samsung.com or the Shop Samsung app? As part of the checkout process, you will receive a Galaxy SmartTag and $100 Samsung Credit with your Galaxy S21 5G preorder, $150 Samsung Credit with your Galaxy S21+ 5G preorder, or $200 Samsung Credit with your Galaxy S21 Ultra 5G preorder. You can use your gift at checkout, or if you choose to not use it then, your gift will be sent digitally to the email address you purchased with. Your Galaxy SmartTag will be automatically added to your order at checkout when you redeem your Samsung Credit. For additional details, see associated Terms and Conditions at checkout.

Am I able to submit an Offer Claim Form if I preordered my eligible Galaxy S21 5Gdevice on Samsung.com or the Shop Samsung app, but opted out of selecting a gift at checkout? Unfortunately, you will not be eligible to submit an Offer Claim Form in this case. Your gift must be selected at checkout to obtain your gift. For additional details, see Terms and Conditions above.

Can I register a claim on multiple eligible Galaxy S21 5G devices using the same Samsung Account? Yes, you are able to use the same Samsung Account to register a claim on multiple eligible Galaxy S21 5G devices.

How do I redeem this offer if it was purchased on behalf of a business? For 50 or more devices, please contact [email protected] to obtain a registration form. The email account will only respond to inquiries involving large quantity submissions.

What information do I need when registering my claim? You must have your eligible Galaxy S21 5G device(s) as well as the proof of preorder(s) in hand (if prompted) to fully complete the registration process.

If I lost my receipt/proof of preorder to the eligible Galaxy S21 5G device preorder, can I still participate in this offer? If registering for the promotion via your eligible Galaxy S21 5G device, you may not need a receipt/proof of preorder to participate. If prompted, you will need to provide proof of preorder. If you do not have a receipt/proof of preorder, please see your retailer and request a new receipt listing your eligible Galaxy S21 5G device and the date you preordered it.

When is the latest I can enter my information in the Shop Samsung app to take advantage of this offer? You will not be able to register for this offer after February 28, 2021 and will no longer be eligible for the offer after that time.

What happens if I am having general problems with my claim registration? To receive help with your registration, you can engage in a Chat conversation by tapping the chat icon at the top right of your screen or you can contact Samsung Customer Support at 1-866-888-5503 for further assistance.

What do I do if I registered my information, but I have not received an email or app confirmation with in 24 hours?
1. From the app, you can check your registration status from Menu > My Inbox or online here.
2. Check your Spam folder (emails will be sent by [email protected] or [email protected]).
3. If there hasn't been an update to your registration status with in 48 hours, please contact Customer Support at 1-866-888-5503. What do I do if I am rejected? You will receive an email explaining why your claim registration was rejected along with the steps to resubmit. You cannot resubmit an offer claim form more than one (1) time. Resubmissions must be completed by March 7, 2021. If you do not receive this email, please contact Customer Support at 1-866-888-5503.

Where should I go if I need to resubmit my claim? If your claim has been rejected, you can resubmit your claim with receipt/proof of preorder from the link sent in the email you have received. You can check your registration status in the app from Menu > My Inbox or online here.

What can I do if I receive a networking error when uploading my receipt in the Shop Samsung app?
Please note the maximum file size allowed is 12MB. Please check your file size and try uploading your receipt again.

What should I do if I'm taking a picture of my receipt but the picture comes out blurry?
Please try to take the picture in good lighting and ensure receipt/confirmation date and qualifying device name are clearly readable. Please note the maximum file size allowed is 12MB.

How long will it be before I can see a status update after submitting a claim?
Please allow at least 24 hours after submitting for your registration status to be available using the email address you registered with for the offer.

What other resources are available if I have questions that are not answered by this document?
You can get additional help by calling Samsung Customer Support at 1-866-888-5503.

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Quote from Zexmaix :
Wow, ok great. So after the Best Buy purchase, you just went to Verizon, stated that you upgraded at Best Buy (Show them phone/line if needed), and then said you wanted to trade in an older device for the trade-in credit?

I totally get every other part. I'm just very curious as to your process once at Verizon attempting the trade in. I just feel like my local ones would look at me and go "No..." or "Are you upgrading a line with us and purchasing today?"
Via the online portal just submit the trade-in. You're given the promotional value and accept the bill credit terms. They'll send you a box and you send it back. Once received they evaluate the phone and give it a final appraisal value and apply it to your account in 1-3 billing cycles.

In-store I don't tell them anything except that I'm an existing customer and want to trade in a phone. They don't need to know nor can do anything about your phone purchase and promotional eligibility. They are after all just sale associates and yes only want to sell you phone, accessories, plan upgrades, or new lines/accounts Wink. They load your account information and process the trade-in at which the promotion value will show up in their system. You can confirm before accepting the trade in and they process and provide you a receipt effectively finalizing the appraisal.
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ZexmaixJan 21, 2021 10:35 PM
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Via the online portal just submit the trade-in. You're given the promotional value and accept the bill credit terms. They'll send you a box and you send it back. Once received they evaluate the phone and give it a final appraisal value and apply it to your account in 1-3 billing cycles.

In-store I don't tell them anything except that I'm an existing customer and want to trade in a phone. They don't need to know nor can do anything about your phone purchase and promotional eligibility. They are after all just sale associates and yes only want to sell you phone, accessories, plan upgrades, or new lines/accounts Wink. They load your account information and process the trade-in at which the promotion value will show up in their system. You can confirm before accepting the trade in and they process and provide you a receipt effectively finalizing the appraisal.
Got it, starting to come together now. As I can see the trade in through the website with the $600 promo value, but only when I also have an S21 Ultra loaded in the cart. Through the regular trade-in screen, it's not prompting a promotional value.

Does the new Samsung device from Best Buy have to be activated on the account first and then the promo would pop up through the trade-in portal? I see the terms are trade-ins within 30 days, so assuming they honor Best Buy as an eligible upgrade partner, it should work...

6 lines here myself, and wanting to utilize this on 1, potentially 2 lines.
Jan 21, 2021 11:07 PM
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silowJan 21, 2021 11:07 PM
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Got it, starting to come together now. As I can see the trade in through the website with the $600 promo value, but only when I also have an S21 Ultra loaded in the cart. Through the regular trade-in screen, it's not prompting a promotional value.

Does the new Samsung device from Best Buy have to be activated on the account first and then the promo would pop up through the trade-in portal? I see the terms are trade-ins within 30 days, so assuming they honor Best Buy as an eligible upgrade partner, it should work...

6 lines here myself, and wanting to utilize this on 1, potentially 2 lines.
Verizon also uses the trade-in portal as a sales opportunity so they will also show you what you are eligible for IF you're making a purchase. As of now you don't have any trade-in promotions applied on your account until you make a purchase (by adding one in your cart). Verizon's standard policy allows you up to 30 days to submit the trade-in after triggering the eligible event such as purchasing/upgrading a new device on a Device Payment Plan.

The purchase and trade-in can be made separately within the 30 days. Once you purchase and activate the phone from Best Buy it would trigger the promotion eligibility. You will then able to step through the trade-in portal independently without adding a device to your cart all the way to the final step - picture attached - to confirm that the promo's active on your account.

Since you can't validate the 2nd trade-in until you've made the purchase you'll need a small leap of faith that double dipping tradeins work as I've outlined Smilie
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Jan 22, 2021 1:30 AM
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caer0501Jan 22, 2021 1:30 AM
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Quote from silow :
Verizon also uses the trade-in portal as a sales opportunity so they will also show you what you are eligible for IF you're making a purchase. As of now you don't have any trade-in promotions applied on your account until you make a purchase (by adding one in your cart). Verizon's standard policy allows you up to 30 days to submit the trade-in after triggering the eligible event such as purchasing/upgrading a new device on a Device Payment Plan.

The purchase and trade-in can be made separately within the 30 days. Once you purchase and activate the phone from Best Buy it would trigger the promotion eligibility. You will then able to step through the trade-in portal independently without adding a device to your cart all the way to the final step - picture attached - to confirm that the promo's active on your account.

Since you can't validate the 2nd trade-in until you've made the purchase you'll need a small leap of faith that double dipping tradeins work as I've outlined Smilie
Thanks for all the details on this! So if you only have one phone to trade in and Best Buy has a better price and Verizon has a better trade-in deal, you can get the best of both worlds! I know that the timing of the trade-in promotion is important - does that's get triggered when you process the order? For example, if you buy it on BestBuy.com and have it shipped to you and the promotion is happening, but by the time you receive & activate the phone, the promotion is gone, what trade-in value would trigger? Thanks again!
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ZexmaixJan 22, 2021 2:59 AM
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Quote from silow :
Verizon also uses the trade-in portal as a sales opportunity so they will also show you what you are eligible for IF you're making a purchase. As of now you don't have any trade-in promotions applied on your account until you make a purchase (by adding one in your cart). Verizon's standard policy allows you up to 30 days to submit the trade-in after triggering the eligible event such as purchasing/upgrading a new device on a Device Payment Plan.

The purchase and trade-in can be made separately within the 30 days. Once you purchase and activate the phone from Best Buy it would trigger the promotion eligibility. You will then able to step through the trade-in portal independently without adding a device to your cart all the way to the final step - picture attached - to confirm that the promo's active on your account.

Since you can't validate the 2nd trade-in until you've made the purchase you'll need a small leap of faith that double dipping tradeins work as I've outlined Smilie
AWESOME! Yeah, definitely going to take the leap of faith, as I was even able to confirm via phone with a Verizon Trade-In rep, that my account is eligible, and that Best Buy does in-fact qualify as an upgrade partner.

Greatly appreciate all the added details and context to the process!
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silowJan 22, 2021 4:30 AM
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Thanks for all the details on this! So if you only have one phone to trade in and Best Buy has a better price and Verizon has a better trade-in deal, you can get the best of both worlds! I know that the timing of the trade-in promotion is important - does that's get triggered when you process the order? For example, if you buy it on BestBuy.com and have it shipped to you and the promotion is happening, but by the time you receive & activate the phone, the promotion is gone, what trade-in value would trigger? Thanks again!
The BB order puts a pending order on your Verizon account. I actually don't know if the pending order will trigger the promotion. I do know that worst case Verizon will do what's right and acknowledge that the order was placed when the promotion was active and if somehow the system screws it up they will work to resolve it. Might take some back and forth with Customer Care and the Trade-in department but internally they have avenues to correct mistakes or issues.
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caer0501Jan 22, 2021 4:46 AM
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Quote from silow :
The BB order puts a pending order on your Verizon account. I actually don't know if the pending order will trigger the promotion. I do know that worst case Verizon will do what's right and acknowledge that the order was placed when the promotion was active and if somehow the system screws it up they will work to resolve it. Might take some back and forth with Customer Care and the Trade-in department but internally they have avenues to correct mistakes or issues.
Great info. I had to spend many hours resolving a Black Friday order on the Pixel 5 & S20 FE for my in-laws because Verizon's system messed up, resulting in having to cancel the order and resubmit a new one after the promo was over. Took awhile but they did get the credits applied to honor it, which was a total of $1,400.

Appreciate you taking the time to explain this. I have a Pixel 3 which I stacked Target giving a $300 discount with Verizon giving $400 DPP credits, which will be paid off next month so I'll be keeping an eye out for stackable deals again!

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ShockrJan 22, 2021 4:41 PM
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deleted, later posts answered question
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ShockrJan 22, 2021 4:57 PM
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Quote from silow :
The BB order puts a pending order on your Verizon account. I actually don't know if the pending order will trigger the promotion. I do know that worst case Verizon will do what's right and acknowledge that the order was placed when the promotion was active and if somehow the system screws it up they will work to resolve it. Might take some back and forth with Customer Care and the Trade-in department but internally they have avenues to correct mistakes or issues.
Silly question, when trading in to best buy on preorders, do they take the trade in immediately? I have an s10 and a s9.. so bb would get the 10 I'm using right now.. I could swap the sim to the s9 I guess.
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BeautifulTable686Jan 22, 2021 6:18 PM
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Wow, just checked this out to see what I could get. I was offered $799.99 to trade in my old S7, plus an additional $300 for my line to upgrade to the S21 series. I did need to upgrade my plan from the old Go Unlimited to a new one, Play Unlimited to get the trade in promo, but it cost the same, $40 and gets more benefits.
This brings the S21 Ultra from $1200 to $100, plus I get an additional $200 credit from Samsung for preordering. I am literally getting paid to get this phone lol.
YMMV as I have no clue what made me eligible for the increased trade in value, or the extra promo for upgrading my line, but if you can get this deal jump on it! I think this is the best deal Verizon has ever given existing customers for upgrading.
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Jan 22, 2021 7:15 PM
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Quote from BeautifulTable686 :
Wow, just checked this out to see what I could get. I was offered $799.99 to trade in my old S7, plus an additional $300 for my line to upgrade to the S21 series. I did need to upgrade my plan from the old Go Unlimited to a new one, Play Unlimited to get the trade in promo, but it cost the same, $40 and gets more benefits.
This brings the S21 Ultra from $1200 to $100, plus I get an additional $200 credit from Samsung for preordering. I am literally getting paid to get this phone lol.
YMMV as I have no clue what made me eligible for the increased trade in value, or the extra promo for upgrading my line, but if you can get this deal jump on it! I think this is the best deal Verizon has ever given existing customers for upgrading.
Awesome deal! What promo did you click on to get that? I only saw the 3 promos in this attached pic
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BeautifulTable686Jan 22, 2021 7:57 PM
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Awesome deal! What promo did you click on to get that? I only saw the 3 promos in this attached pic
Click on "My Offers," I had 3 promos available for my line, which gave me the extra $300. My S21 Ultra store page looks the same as yours, so I got no clue where the extra $199.99 trade in value came from, but I'm not complaining! Just throwing this out there for anyone else out there to check for themselves, as they might be eligible too.
I did check last night and I only got the normal $600 trade in value, plus the $300 offer. I decided to sleep on it, and today I decided to go for it for $900 off. When I checked it again today to order it, I was greeted by a $799.99 trade in value and my eyes bugged out lol.
Also the ordering process was super frustrating. Trying to do too many things on the order made it kinda screwy I guess, and things kept going wrong. Finally was able to get my order through after like 5 attempts, and the ordering process is really cumbersome especially when you have to keep clicking decline on all the add ons and retyping your IMEI multiple times. It took me like an hour to finally get my order through, but it did, and it had both promos on it, so it was worth it!
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ShockrJan 22, 2021 8:39 PM
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Quote from silow :
A higher effort but slicker deal).

Example:
$1200 - S21 Ultra
- $150 - instant down payment credit
- $650 - Note 10 BB trade-in
+ $100 - Used S6
- $400/600 bill credits (VZW trade-in for both new and upgraded lines)
+ taxes and upgrade fees
- $200 s.
Also, does it matter if you do payments, or pay off the balance up front at best buy?
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Jan 22, 2021 8:43 PM
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Tag66
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Quote from BeautifulTable686 :
Click on "My Offers," I had 3 promos available for my line, which gave me the extra $300. My S21 Ultra store page looks the same as yours, so I got no clue where the extra $199.99 trade in value came from, but I'm not complaining! Just throwing this out there for anyone else out there to check for themselves, as they might be eligible too.
I did check last night and I only got the normal $600 trade in value, plus the $300 offer. I decided to sleep on it, and today I decided to go for it for $900 off. When I checked it again today to order it, I was greeted by a $799.99 trade in value and my eyes bugged out lol.
Also the ordering process was super frustrating. Trying to do too many things on the order made it kinda screwy I guess, and things kept going wrong. Finally was able to get my order through after like 5 attempts, and the ordering process is really cumbersome especially when you have to keep clicking decline on all the add ons and retyping your IMEI multiple times. It took me like an hour to finally get my order through, but it did, and it had both promos on it, so it was worth it!
Thanks for this!!! I went into "My Offers" and see the same "Upgrade to S21 and get $300 off" promo. I got on chat with customer service about it and they noted it on my account to have the $300 promo applied and that there was no need for me to cancel the order and reenter. I didn't get $799.00 trade in on the Pixel 2 - just the $600, but don't want to take a chance by canceling the order to re-enter and possibly not get that extra $300. Either way, $900 off and the $200 Samsung credit is still fantastic.

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SurfsUP8Jan 22, 2021 8:47 PM
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Damn its showing only $100 for my S7 edge

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