Recipero & CheckMEND: How Device History Checks Help Prevent Fraud and Support Safer Phone Trade-Ins

In today’s circulated device market, security and trust are vital. Whether you’re buying a refurbished phone, trading in a device, or reselling technology, knowing the full history of that item can protect you from fraud, loss, and unexpected risks.

That’s where Recipero and its trusted services like CheckMEND come into play. Through real-time device history intelligence and extensive data connections, these solutions help organisations, retailers, and consumers make safer decisions before buying or trading used electronics. 

What Is Recipero and the Crime Reduction Ecosystem?

Recipero is a UK-based technology company that specialises in device-led intelligence solutions to reduce crime and prevent fraud across the mobile device lifecycle. Since 1999, Recipero has developed platforms that help businesses and consumers verify device history, detect compromised electronics, and make safer decisions in second-hand markets.

At the heart of Recipero’s approach is the Crime Reduction Ecosystem — a combined intelligence network fed by data from:

• Law enforcement records
• Telecom operators
• Insurers
• Retailers and recyclers
• Consumer reports

This ecosystem continuously updates device histories so organisations can identify lost, stolen, or otherwise compromised devices before they change hands.

What Is CheckMEND?

CheckMEND is one of Recipero’s flagship services that provides a comprehensive device history check. It is widely used by:

• Retailers
• Refurbishers
• Recommerce platforms
• Individuals buying and selling phones
• Insurance and logistics providers

A CheckMEND report helps reveal whether a device has ever been:

• Reported lost or stolen
• Blocked or blacklisted
• Linked to an insurance claim
• Subject to outstanding finance or other conflicts

By verifying these details before trade-in or sale, buyers and sellers can avoid costly surprises.

Why Device History Checks Matter for Refurbished Phones

Refurbished tech thrives on trust. Buyers want devices that work as expected. Sellers want to maintain credibility. Without reliable checks, stolen or compromised phones can slip into legitimate markets, causing:

• Customer dissatisfaction
• Financial loss
• Legal risk
• Damage to brand reputation

By using CheckMEND reports, Exyon can:

• Verify device legitimacy before refurbishment
• Prevent purchase of stolen stock
• Increase customer confidence
• Reduce chargebacks and disputes

This results in safer trade-in and resale activity across the device lifecycle.

How the CheckMEND Report Works

Most reports are generated based on a device’s unique IMEI or serial number. When a search is run, the system cross-references data from multiple sources, enabling real-time status checks on whether the device has ever been flagged for fraud, loss, or other risks.

Benefits for Consumers

For individual buyers, a CheckMEND report adds transparency to second-hand purchases. This is especially useful when buying privately or from smaller marketplaces.

• Know before you buy
• Avoid hidden problems
• Protect your investment

Even if a device appears physically perfect, its history may reveal hidden risks — and a CheckMEND check helps uncover those before it’s too late. 

Benefits for Businesses and Trade-Ins

For businesses handling high volumes of devices, having automated access to history checks means improved fraud prevention, faster decisions, and reduced losses. Recipero’s platforms are used by retailers, insurers, recyclers, and trade-in programs globally to enforce due diligence and safeguard transactions.

Integration with Exyon’s Workflow

At Exyon, partnering with Recipero and utilising CheckMEND builds a safer refurbishment and trade-in ecosystem. Before devices are accepted into inventory or listed for resale, they can be verified for legitimacy and risk — helping protect both customers and Exyon’s operational efficiency.

This proactive approach aligns with Exyon’s values of transparency, quality, and trust — ensuring refurbished devices have clean histories and reduce friction in resale channels.

Real-World Impact of Fraud Prevention

Recipero’s data solutions have become essential for many organisations — for example, helping prevent tens of millions in insurance fraud by identifying high-risk devices before claims are approved.

These layers of protection elevate confidence in trade-ins and second-hand tech marketplaces, making them safer and more reliable for everyone involved.

Tips for Buyers: Always Check Device History

Whether you’re buying a refurbished phone or considering a trade-in, here are smart steps to take:

• Ask for a CheckMEND or verified history report
• Verify the IMEI or serial number before purchase
• Choose sellers who prioritise device history checks

This due diligence adds peace of mind and reduces the likelihood of purchasing compromised tech.

Final Thoughts

In a fast-moving device market, safety and transparency are critical. Recipero’s data ecosystem, with services such as CheckMEND, helps Exyon and its customers safeguard transactions, prevent fraud, and make informed decisions.

Partnering with trusted intelligence tools strengthens the entire refurbished phone journey — ensuring every device you trade, buy, or sell comes with confidence and clarity.