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    Can I find my lost iPhone using another iPhone or other device?
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    Yes. Normally, iPhones have a tracker device which you can use on another iPhone. Keep in mind that the other device must be an iPhone; it won't work with another type of phone, such as Android.
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    Can law enforcement track a lost phone if stolen?
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    Yes. They can track a lost phone if you have the serial number. This works for every phone, such as iPhones (Apple), Android phones (Google), Windows phones (Microsoft), etc.
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    My iPhone does not answer when I call, or beep when I use the Find My iPhone app. What can I do?
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    It is probably turned off or the battery has died. Unfortunately, there is no way you can track it if the phone is off or offline. You will have to physically search for it.
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    How do I track my iPhone if it was stolen?
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    Contact law enforcement for help.
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    What is the process to get my iPhone back from a police station?
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    Ask nicely. Describe features distinct to the phone to the police officer. If your phone is locked, ask the police if you can unlock it to prove it belongs to you. Bring proof that it is your phone by showing your mobile bill. If necessary, get your carrier on the phone with the cops and ask that they verify the IMEI number, which is unique to a given phone.
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    How can I find my lost iPhone?
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    If you know where you lost it, try calling the iPhone until you can hear it ring. If you do not know where you lost it, you can use the Find My iPhone app from another phone or computer as long as the cellular data or WiFi is turned on.
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    Is it possible to find my iPhone if the WiFi and cellular are off?
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    No, as WiFi and cellular are the main things which find your phone for you. If both of these are off, then you may have problems finding your phone.
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    The location of my phone is not where I left it so I think someone took it, what should I do?
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    Call the phone to see who answers it and request that they return the phone to you. Clarify that you know the phone isn't where it is meant to be and that you won't report it missing if they return it to you. There is an app available that helps friends track missing devices, you might want to look into that, as it can widen your search area and you could inform the person who has your phone that you have many helpers seeking its whereabouts.
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    How can I find my iPhone if it is in a location I cannot go to?
    Community Answer
    Have someone else go with you or go there for you. You could also let the police know.
  • Question
    How do I track an iPhone I lost months ago?
    Mysisteris Aj
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    If it's dead, it may be gone forever. But if your iPhone is still running, then there is a good chance you will find your it using the Find my iPhone app on your Macbook, parent's iPhone, or a close friends iPhone and logging into your iCloud account on their Find my iPhone app and playing the sound. If it says your phone is disconnected, then it is dead and may be gone forever.
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    Can I find my lost iPhone using another iPhone or other device?
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    Yes. If you believe your phone is somewhere nearby, try calling it. If not, follow the steps in method 1 to sign into your iCloud account on another phone in order to find your missing device.
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    How do I locate a stolen iPhone?
    Community Answer
    These methods can be used to find phones that are both lost or stolen, so you can just follow the same methods in this article. However, don't attempt to retrieve your phone from the person who stole it on your own -- just alert the police and give them the location of the phone.
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    I found my phone but it erased all data and I cannot restart it again. What should I do?
    Community Answer
    Take your phone to the Apple store for help.
  • Question
    Is it possible to use my phone number to track my phone? If so, how?
    Community Answer
    It may be possible through the Apple Store.
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    What if my phone runs out of battery before I can find it?
    Community Answer
    Then you won't be able to call it and will have to try and remember where you left it.
  • Question
    Where can I look for my iPhone at school?
    Community Answer
    If you have a lost and found box in school, check it. If you can't find it there, ask the school receptionist.
  • Question
    How do I find another person's iPhone location?
    Emma Viener
    Community Answer
    Follow the same directions but with the person's phone information. Continue the process the same as you would do for your own phone.
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    Can I locate a lost iPhone with its Google account?
    Community Answer
    Yes, you can, use Find My Device produced by Google. Enter your Google account and it will show you all connected devices. You can call it and will use your ringtone, as well as mark it as lost. It's as good as Find my iPhone for non-Apple devices.
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