Can You Track an Apple Watch After It Has Been Reset?

Discover if an Apple Watch can be tracked after a reset and learn about its tracking capabilities.

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No, an Apple Watch cannot be tracked if it has been reset. Once reset, the watch is erased of all its data, including any tracking capabilities. However, if Find My was enabled before the reset, the watch will remain activation locked to the original Apple ID. This means the device will be unusable without the owner's credentials, providing some level of security against unauthorized use.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What happens to my Apple Watch when I reset it? Resetting your Apple Watch erases all data, including tracking information, but it remains activation locked to your Apple ID if Find My was enabled.
  2. Can I track my Apple Watch without Find My enabled? No, if Find My was not enabled before the reset, tracking will not be possible.
  3. What is activation lock on an Apple Watch? Activation lock is a security feature that prevents others from using your Apple Watch without your Apple ID credentials.
  4. How do I enable Find My on my Apple Watch? You can enable Find My on your Apple Watch by going to the Apple Watch app on your paired iPhone and then navigating to the 'My Watch' tab.

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