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Logging into Icloud requires that I input the 6 digit code that is sent to my lost iphone. Fail. now what?

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If you're asked to enter the code that was sent to another trusted device, but don't have that device, you can select '''Find iPhone''' under the "Or get quick access to" header. Failing that, you need to contact customer support for more help and set up multiple devices for your 2FA.

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If I " Erase the device" and log into my icloud from another device, will everything I previously had show up on my new device?

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If you select to "Erase the device," the phone will be erased and connecting it to an iCloud account will not restore that data. However, data from your iCloud account will show up on your iPhone when you connect it (like your Apple ID)

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can i find my iphone if its turned off or if the battery is dead

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If your phone is off or dead, you'll see a message that your phone cannot be located. You can, however, opt to get a notification if it turns on or charges, and then you can track it.

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I am trying to find my I phone from windows. I asks for a code that was sent to the lost phone. Any way around that?

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If you're asked to enter the code that was sent to another trusted device, but don't have that device, you can select '''Find iPhone''' under the "Or get quick access to" header. Failing that, you need to contact customer support for more help and set up multiple devices for your 2FA.

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The "find my iPhone" app isn't there. What do I do?

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Try searching for it in your search bar, but if its not there, then you should be able to go into the app store and search there. You might just have to reinstall it.

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Can I find my iPhone 13 if my battery is dead?

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If it hasn’t been too long, your iPhone will remain findable even when the battery has run out. If it's been more than a day, however, your iPhone will probably not have enough battery left to update its location.

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Can my phone be located if it's dead?

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Apple's "Find My" app allows you to locate your Apple devices even when they are powered off. If your iPhone shuts down due to a low battery, there is a short period where it's still partially on but unusable. After that, only the last known location will be visible in the "Find My" app.

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Can this app track my phone in real time if I accidentally leave it in someone's car?

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If your phone is on, you can log into your Find My iPhone account on any device to track it. If it is turned off or dead, real-time tracking won't be possible, but you can set a 'notify me once found' alert to receive an email reminder once the phone is turned on.

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Can I change my Apple password from my laptop?

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Yes, you can change your Apple password from your laptop. Go to appleid.apple.com, click on the 'Forgot Password' button, enter your email, and follow the prompts.

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How can I find my wife's iPhone?

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Yes, you can find your wife's iPhone if she has Find My iPhone set up. Log into her Find My iPhone via iCloud from your phone, and you can track the iPhone.

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Can I use an Android or Windows device to access Find My iPhone?

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You can track an Apple device's location using the iCloud webpage on Android or Windows devices. Just sign in with the Apple ID associated with the lost device to begin tracking.

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How can I find my iPhone if I didn't activate the Find My iPhone app or service on my phone?

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If Find My was never enabled, you cannot track your iPhone using that service, nor can you activate it for one device from another.

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What if my iPhone is offline?

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You won't be able to track it using Find My if it is offline. However, a last known location may be provided.

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