Can I reassign an old MagicBand?


Can I reassign an old MagicBand? A MagicBand cannot be reassigned to a different person. If you would like to use a MagicBand on your upcoming visit, you'll find them for sale in many merchandise locations throughout Walt Disney World Resort.


What can I do with old Disney MagicBands?

Recycle. Disney makes it very easy to recycle your used Magic Bands. Simply go to any front desk or guest relations center and ask them to recycle your used bands. You can also recycle them at home.


Can I use a MagicBand from 3 years ago?

Yes, you can use a MagicBand from a previous Walt Disney World vacation for your next Walt Disney World vacation as long as it is active in your My Disney Experience account.


Why are MagicBands so limited?

If you are choosing your MagicBand in your My Disney Experience Account you may see an official notification from Walt Disney World stating that MagicBand availability is currently limited due to supply chain challenges.


What happens to my old MagicBand when I get a new one?

If you have a MagicBand from a previous trip to Walt Disney World, you will be able to use it even after the newer model has been released. You'll be able to use older MagicBands to enter the theme parks, pay for merchandise and dining, and for Disney PhotoPass.


Do old MagicBands still work?

You can look in the my Disney experience app at your past bands and if they are active, but yes you can still use them.


Can old MagicBands be reactivated?

Under all of your MagicBands you are going to see the option to Activate/Deactivate depending on the status and the option to Report Lost. If your MagicBand is currently deactivated, you'll just select the Activate button and it will be good to go.


What happens when MagicBand battery dies?

However, even if the long-range battery is no longer working, your MagicBand should still work for any Mickey to Mickey touchpoints, such as entrance tapstyles, Lightning Lane entrances, unlocking the door to your Disney Resort Hotel room, or point of sale terminals when charging purchases to your hotel room folio.


How do I use my old MagicBand for a new trip?

If your MagicBands are still useable, all you need to do to reuse them is to make sure your new Walt Disney World theme park tickets and reservations are linked to the same My Disney Experience account that your MagicBands are on.


Do original MagicBands need to be charged?

And when it comes to charging your MagicBands – well, it depends on which kind you have! If you purchased an original MagicBand (or MagicBand 2), this style does not need to be charged. When purchased through your My Disney Experience account, this is automatically linked with your account and reservations.