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Frequently Asked Questions

Program overview

What types of accessories, technologies, and components are part of the MFi Program?

The MFi Program includes third-party hardware accessories that use Apple’s MFi licensed technology to connect electronically to Apple devices. Example accessory categories are listed on the MFi Program technologies page. MFi licensed technologies and components include the following:Design, develop, and test the accessory. Procure any MFi components as needed.

• AirPlay audio
• CarPlay
• Find My network
• GymKit
• HomeKit
• iPod Accessory Protocol (iAP)
• MFi Game Controller
• MFi Hearing Aid
• Wi-Fi Accessory Configuration (WAC)

• Apple Watch Charger Module
• Audio Accessory Module
• Authentication coprocessors
• Headset Remote and Mic
• Lightning Audio Module
• Lightning Analog Headset Module
• Lightning to Headset Jack Adapter Module
• Lightning connectors and receptacles
• MagSafe Case Module
• MagSafe Charger Module

What types of accessories and technologies are not part of the MFi Program?

Accessories that do not use any of the MFi licensed technology listed above are not part of the MFi Program. Examples include:

• Accessories that use only standard Bluetooth profiles supported by iOS
• Accessories that use only Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) (Note: BLE-enabled HomeKit accessories and BLE-enabled MFi Hearing Aids are part of the MFi Program)
• Accessories that connect to an Apple device through the headphone jack and do not use any MFi licensed technology
• Cases that don’t integrate MFi components. For example, non-electronic protective cases and folios are not part of the MFi Program. However, iPhone battery cases and MagSafe-enabled cases are part of the program.

Who should apply to the MFi Program?

Accessory developers and manufacturers who wish to create hardware accessories that use Apple technologies to connect electronically to iPhone, iPad, iPod, and Apple Watch should join the MFi Program. Companies, organizations, government entities and educational institutions are eligible to apply. For more information, please see the Who needs to join the MFi Program and Who does not need to join the MFi Program sections below.

What are the different roles that exist in the MFi Program?

• Accessory developer, manufacturer, or brand owner who wishes to take responsibility for MFi accessory certification requirements
• Brand owner who wishes to directly track the progress of accessory certification for MFi accessories that will bear its brand
• Contract manufacturer (CM)/ODM who wishes to develop and/or manufacture MFi accessories as finished goods for others
• Manufacturer who wishes to perform sub-assembly for MFi accessories
• Accessory manufacturer who owns a manufacturing facility and wishes to perform final assembly for its own MFi accessories
• Software provider who wishes to submit MFi accessory certification materials on behalf of another MFi Licensee
• Technology provider who wishes to provide products or services to other MFi Licensees

Can you review my product concept and advise if I need to join the MFi Program?

If you intend to develop an electronic accessory which will connect to an Apple device using MFi licensed technology, your company must first join the MFi Program. Apple is unable to provide feedback regarding a product concept prior to joining the MFi Program.

What is the royalty associated with MFi accessories?

This information is only available under NDA. You will be able to review this information once your application for the MFi License has been approved.

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How the Program Works

Join the MFi Program and get the technical specifications, hardware components, certification tools, and badge artwork needed to develop and manufacture electronic accessories that connect to Apple products using licensed technologies. Companies and organizations are eligible to apply.

What Technologies are Included

The MFi Program provides access to Apple proprietary technologies and components, including the following:

• AirPlay audio
• CarPlay
• Find My network
• GymKit
• HomeKit
• iPod Accessory Protocol (iAP)
• MFi Game Controller
• MFi Hearing Aid

• Apple Watch Charger Module
• Audio Accessory Module
• Authentication coprocessors
• Headset Remote and Mic Transmitter
• Lightning Audio Module 2
• Lightning Analog Headset Module
• Lightning to Headset Jack Adapter Module
• Lightning connectors and receptacles
• MagSafe Case Module
• MagSafe Charger Module

Finding an Authorized MFi Licensee

An MFi Licensee can manufacture your accessory on your behalf.

How MFi Certification Works

Here is an overview of the steps required to create an MFi accessory, from conception to production.

1. Product Plan

Submit a Product Plan for an accessory that integrates MFi licensed technology.

2. Development

Design, develop, and test the accessory. Procure any MFi components as needed.

3. Certification

Use Apple’s certification tools to help ensure optimal user experience and interoperability. Submit production-ready samples and packaging materials for review.

4. Mass Production

Upon completion of certification approved by Apple, begin manufacturing and sales.

Using MFi Badges

MFi badges communicate to customers that an accessory has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.

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Find Apple Customer Numbers, Reseller IDs, and Organization IDs

Learn how to find your number or ID and when to use it with Apple Business Manager or with Apple School Manager.

This article is for system administrators. If you need support, learn how to contact Apple.

When you add your Apple Customer Number or Reseller ID to Apple Business Manager or Apple School Manager, you can deploy your devices and purchase apps and books in volume.

Find your Apple Customer Number or Reseller ID

Whether you purchase your devices from Apple or from a participating Apple Authorized Reseller, learn how to find your number or ID.

If you purchased from Apple

When you purchase from Apple, we assign an Apple Customer Number to your organization. If you don’t know your Apple Customer Number, contact your finance department or Apple Sales.

If you buy Apple devices from an Apple Store, ask the Business Team for your Apple Customer Number.

If you purchased from an Apple Authorized Reseller or wireless carrier

1. Contact your Apple Authorized Reseller or wireless carrier.
2. Confirm that they support the Device Enrollment feature of Apple Business Manager or Apple School Manager.
3. Ask for their Reseller ID.

If they don’t support these programs, ask them to contact their distributor or Apple account team. If they choose to participate, they’ll work with their distributor or Apple to start supporting Device Enrollment.

Find your Organization ID

If you purchase devices from an Apple Authorized Reseller or wireless carrier, you also need to provide your Organization ID to your reseller or carrier. Here’s how to find it:

1. Log in to Apple Business Manager or Apple School Manager
2. Click Settings, then click Enrollment Information.
3. Look for your Organization ID in the Enrollment Information pane.

How to use your number or ID with Apple Business Manager or with Apple School Manager

After your organization is approved for Apple Business Manager or Apple School Manager, you can add device suppliers by entering your Apple Customer Number, or your reseller or carrier’s Reseller ID:*

1. Log in to Apple Business Manager or Apple School Manager.
2. Click Settings, then click Device Management Settings.
3. Next to Customer Numbers, click Edit.
4. Enter your number or ID.
5. Click Apply.

If you enter a Reseller ID, you also need to provide your Organization ID to your reseller or carrier. You can find your Organization ID in the Enrollment Information pane.

* If you represent a large organization, like a school district, you might have more than one Apple Customer Number or Reseller ID. You can add multiple Apple Customer Numbers or Reseller IDs when you enroll, or any time after you enroll.

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Identify counterfeit or uncertified Lightning connector accessories

Apple recommends using only accessories that Apple has certified and that come with the MFi badge. Learn about the issues that counterfeit or uncertified Lightning accessories can cause and how to identify these accessories.

If you use a counterfeit or uncertified Lightning accessory, you could see these issues:

• Your iOS device could become damaged
• The cable might be easily damaged
• The connector end might fall off, get very hot, or might not fit properly into your device
• You might not be able to sync or charge your device

Compare packaging and writing on the cable

To identify counterfeit or uncertified cables and accessories, look carefully at the accessory’s packaging and at the accessory itself. Certified third-party accessories have the MFi badge on their packaging:

Some accessories might have a previous version of the MFi badge:

An Apple Lightning to USB cable has «Designed by Apple in California» and either «Assembled in China,» «Assembled in Vietnam,» or «Indústria Brasileira» on the cable about seven inches from the USB connector. You’ll see a 12-digit serial number at the end of this text.

Compare connectors and laser etchings

You can use the Lightning connector, USB connector, and laser etchings to identify counterfeit or uncertified Lightning accessories. Compare the images below of certified Apple accessories and counterfeit or uncertified Lightning accessories. These are only a few counterfeit products. There are others.

Lightning to USB cable, Lightning-connector end

Here are examples of the Lightning-connector end of the Lightning to USB cable. The first three are Apple branded, the others are counterfeit or uncertified.

Apple-branded Lightning to USB cable

Single piece
Smooth
Rounded, smooth, gold- or silver-colored contacts

Width and length of Apple boot is consistent (7.7 mm x 12 mm)

Gray/metallic faceplate insert

Counterfeit or uncertified Lightning to USB cable

More than one piece
Rough or inconsistent finish
Squared contacts with an uneven surface

Varying width, length, or thickness

White or black faceplate insert

Lightning to USB cable, USB-connector end

Here are examples of the USB-connector end of the Lightning to USB cable. The first four are Apple branded, the next set are counterfeit or uncertified.

Apple-branded Lightning to USB cable

Interlocks on USB shell are trapezoidal
Interlocks are equally spaced from edge

USB contacts are gold-plated

USB surface is smooth and consistent
Surface of USB shell is flat

Surface of the insulator for the USB connection is uniform and flat

Counterfeit Lightning to USB cable

USB shell interlocks have right angles
Interlocks are inconsistently spaced

USB contacts are silver-plated

USB surface is rough or grainy
Surface of USB shell has a detent or retaining divot

Insulator for USB connection has notches or indents

Lightning to 30-pin Adapter

Here are examples of the Lightning to 30-pin Adapter. The first is Apple branded, the others are counterfeit.

Apple-branded Lightning to 30-pin Adapter

Icon for 30-pin dock connection is laser-etched and clear
The connection between adapter body and Lightning connector is flush

Counterfeit Lightning to 30-pin Adapter

Blurry or missing laser etching
Step-down or large notch between adapter body and Lightning connector
Differences in the appearance of the Lightning connector

Lightning to Micro USB Adapter

Here are examples of the Lightning to Micro USB Adapter. The first is Apple branded, the others are counterfeit or uncertified.

Apple-branded Lightning to Micro USB Adapter

Laser-etched USB symbol
The connection between adapter body and Lightning connector is flush

Counterfeit Lightning to Micro USB Adapter

Embossed or missing USB symbol
Step-down or large notch between adapter body and Lightning connector
Differences in the appearance of the Lightning connector

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