Apple has expanded its Self Service Repair program to include select iPad models, furthering its commitment to consumer-friendly repair options.
This initiative follows global pressure and legislative developments like the European Union’s Right to Repair Directive, which encourages manufacturers to make device repairs more accessible.
Before 2021, iPhone users could only get repairs through Apple Authorized Service Providers or certified Independent Repair Providers. That changed when Apple launched the Self Service Repair program, allowing users to access genuine parts, tools, and manuals to perform repairs themselves. The program initially supported iPhones and expanded to MacBooks in 2023.
Now, iPads are the latest to benefit from this user-focused initiative. Apple has made available official repair manuals and genuine spare parts such as displays, batteries, charging ports, and cameras for supported iPad models. However, not all iPads are eligible for the program.
Currently, the supported iPad models include:
iPad Air (M2 chip and later)
iPad Pro (M4 chip)
iPad mini (A17 Pro chip)
iPad (A16 chip)
With the inclusion of these iPad models, the Self Service Repair program now supports 65 Apple devices across 33 countries. Apple has also announced that the program will become available in Canada later this summer, expanding its international reach even further.
This move not only gives users more control over the maintenance of their devices but also aligns Apple with growing environmental and consumer-rights standards worldwide. By offering self-repair options, Apple is helping to reduce electronic waste and promote device longevity.
Consumers can access the Self Service Repair store to purchase genuine Apple parts and tools, and refer to detailed step-by-step manuals to guide them through the repair process.
As the Right to Repair movement gains momentum globally, Apple’s continued expansion of the program signals a shift toward more transparent and sustainable device ownership.
Industry analysts view Apple’s expanded repair initiative as a step toward greater transparency and corporate responsibility. As consumers become increasingly tech-savvy, offering the tools and knowledge to repair their own devices could foster stronger brand loyalty and set a new standard across the tech industry.