How to Get Your Samsung Phone Repaired Under Warranty
If your Samsung smartphone isn’t working like it should, and it's still within the warranty period, you might be eligible for a free repair or even a replacement—but only if you follow the right steps. Whether it's a hardware issue, software malfunction, or manufacturing defect, here's everything you need to know about getting your Samsung phone repaired under warranty.
1. Check Your Warranty Status
Before heading to the service center, confirm whether your phone is still under warranty. Samsung smartphones typically come with a 1-year limited warranty from the date of purchase.
You can check your warranty status by:
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Logging into your Samsung account [Samsung Members App or Website]
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Checking your original purchase invoice
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Contacting Samsung Customer Support
Note: The warranty applies only to manufacturing defects, not accidental damage or water exposure.
2. What’s Covered Under Samsung Warranty?
Here’s what Samsung generally covers:
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Display issues (like dead pixels or unresponsive screen, if not caused by a drop)
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Charging problems (due to port or internal hardware)
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Speaker/mic issues
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Power or performance problems due to internal faults
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Software bugs that aren't caused by third-party apps or custom ROMs
What’s NOT covered:
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Physical or water damage
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Cracked screens or back glass
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Unauthorized repairs or modifications
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Battery swelling caused by misuse
3. Gather the Necessary Documents
To claim a warranty repair, you’ll need:
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Original purchase invoice (with clear date and store details)
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Your phone (obviously)
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A valid ID proof (sometimes requested)
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Samsung account login (in case data backup or reset is required)
4. Visit an Authorized Samsung Service Center
Head over to your nearest Samsung Authorized Service Center. Avoid third-party or local repair shops if you're looking to use the warranty—unauthorized repairs void the warranty instantly.
At the service center:
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You'll be assigned a token and asked to explain the issue
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The technician will inspect your device and verify the warranty
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If your claim is valid, the repair will be done free of charge
For simple problems, you might even get a same-day fix!
5. Back Up Your Data
Samsung may reset your device during repair or diagnostics. To avoid data loss:
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Use Samsung Cloud, Google Drive, or a PC to back up important files
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Remove any screen locks or passwords if possible, or share the pattern with the technician temporarily
6. Repair Timeline & Updates
Depending on the issue and part availability, repairs under warranty can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days. You’ll usually receive SMS updates, or you can track your repair status via the Samsung Members app or website.
7. Post-Repair Warranty
Replaced parts from an official service center generally come with a 90-day warranty, which ensures peace of mind even after the initial repair.
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