How to Locate Your Off Device: Expert Tips

Learn how to find your device even when it's turned off with simple steps for Apple and Android users.

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Finding a device that's off can be challenging, but you have options. Use the Find My app on another Apple device to see its last known location. For Android, use Google's Find My Device to track its last known location if location services were enabled before it turned off.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What should I do if my device is not showing its last location? If your device isn't showing its last location, check if location services were enabled before it turned off.
  2. Can I track my Android phone if it's powered off? You may not track an Android phone that's powered off directly, but using Google's Find My Device can show you its last known location.
  3. How can I get notifications if my device is found? Enable notifications in the Find My app settings on your Apple device or Google account for updates on your lost device's status.
  4. Is there a way to find a turned-off iPhone? Using the Find My app, you can see the last known location of your iPhone if location services were enabled prior to it being turned off.