You have the Right to Repair
Find out what your state law guarantees — and what to do if a manufacturer refuses to comply.
Check your repair rights by state
All state electronics Right to Repair laws that have passed so far ensure that you as an individual and/or a repair shop of your choice can get access to the same parts, tools, and documentation that manufacturers shops have. To exercise your repair rights, you don't have to fix your thing yourself. But the availability of parts, tools, and documentation should keep repair services competitively priced and widely available.
Spare Parts
Essential components available to fix any parts prone to wear or damage.
What These Laws Guarantee
Documentation
Comprehensive instructions for routine care, troubleshooting issues, and repairing a device’s components.
Hardware & Software Tools
Specialized tools to perform maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs.
Each law is a little different. Click your state above for exact details.
How to exercise your Right to Repair
1 Find your device’s release date
Find the release date of your device to determine if it is covered under your state’s law. Using your favorite search engine, enter the make and model of your device plus “release date.” Adding the model number to this search can be helpful. If you can’t find the release date through a search, reach out to the manufacturer directly.
Some manufacturers will have links to repair materials on their homepage, while others will not. In cases where there is not an easily accessible link, try using the search function on the manufacturer’s site or through your favorite search engine. When using a search engine, ensure that you are accessing the manufacturer’s website rather than a third-party link. If you are unable to find these resources directly from the manufacturer’s website, you can contact their support team and request the information you need.
NOTE: We love third-party repair, and encourage you to use it. In this case, we want to ensure that manufacturers are providing you with repair access required by law.
2 Ask the manufacturer
If you can’t easily find the parts, tools, or documentation you are looking for, contact the manufacturer’s customer service through the chat function, email address, or phone number listed on the manufacturer’s website. Explain to the customer service representative what device you have, what repair materials you are looking for, and that you would like access to those materials as required by law in your state. In addition to trying to access repair materials online, you can contact the manufacturer’s brick-and-mortar stores.
NOTE: It’s always best to be courteous with customer service representatives. However, don’t be afraid to be persistent if they say that self repair is not an option. Calmly explain that state law guarantees you access to repair materials for your device, and that you would like to get access to the parts, tools, or documentation you need as a result.
3 Document the response
Make sure to document any communications you have with manufacturer representatives. Take screenshots of chat conversations, save email threads, and take notes on phone calls. This will help you file a complaint with your state’s attorney general and the Federal Trade Commission.
NOTE: It can be illegal or unethical to record a phone call without the other party’s consent. As a result, we recommend taking notes rather than secretly recording any interactions with manufacturer representatives.
4 Report violations
While we hope that all covered manufacturers will comply with the laws from the start, there is no guarantee that they will do so. You have recourse options to right the situation if manufacturers fail to provide you with the repair materials you need. First, contact your state attorney general, who is usually in charge of enforcing state Right to Repair laws. Step-by-step instructions for each state with active legislation are below. After you’ve done that, be sure to also file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission. While the FTC will not resolve individual cases, it can use the information provided to investigate and bring cases against manufacturers.
Report a Violation
If a company blocks your repair, here’s what to do
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Active Right to Repair Laws
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Applies to products manufactured or sold on or after July 1, 2023.
Manufacturers must provide parts, tools, and documentation under the same terms they provide to their own authorized repair technicians.
Covers: consumer electronics.
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2023: Powered Wheelchairs (Consumer Right to Repair Wheelchairs Act)
2024: Agricultural Equipment (Farm Equipment Right to Repair)
2026: Consumer Electronics & Appliances (Digital Equipment Act)
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Applies to products manufactured or sold on or after July 1, 2021.
Manufacturers must provide parts, tools, and documentation to independent repair providers and product owners.
Covers: consumer electronics and household appliances.
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Applies to products manufactured or sold on or after July 1, 2021.
Manufacturers must provide parts, tools, and documentation for 3 years (products ≤ $99.99) or 7 years (≥ $100).
Covers: consumer electronics and household appliances.
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2025: Consumer Electronics & Appliances
2026: Powered Wheelchairs and Complex Rehabilitation Technology
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Applies to products manufactured or sold on or after September 1, 2026.
Manufacturers must provide parts, tools, and documentation to independent repair providers and product owners.
Covers: consumer electronics retailing for more than $50.
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Applies to products manufactured or sold on or after May 30, 2025.
Manufacturers must provide parts, tools, and documentation to independent repair providers and product owners.
Covers: powered wheelchairs.
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Applies to products manufactured or sold on or after July 27, 2025.
Manufacturers must provide parts, tools, and documentation to independent repair providers and product owners.
Covers: digital electronic equipment.
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Applies to products manufactured or sold on or after October 1, 2025.
Manufacturers must provide parts, tools, and documentation to independent repair providers and product owners.
Covers: powered wheelchairs.
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Applies to products manufactured or sold on or after July 1, 2026.
Manufacturers must provide parts, tools, and documentation to independent repair providers and product owners.
Covers: Internet-connected home appliance, television or toy that includes a camera or microphone.
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