How to Stop Owner Tracking Your AirPods: Step-by-Step Guide
Learn how to prevent the previous owner from tracking your AirPods with this easy-to-follow guide.
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To stop the owner from tracking your AirPods, follow these steps: First, reset the AirPods by holding the setup button on the back of the case for about 15 seconds until the LED flashes amber, then white. Next, unpair the AirPods from the original device by removing them from the Bluetooth settings. Finally, pair the AirPods with your own device. This will help prevent the previous owner from tracking your location using their device.
FAQs & Answers
- Can I track my AirPods if I reset them? No, resetting your AirPods will erase the connection to the previous device, making it impossible for the previous owner to track them.
- What happens if I don’t reset my AirPods? If you don’t reset your AirPods, the original owner can still track their location using their device.
- Are my AirPods completely secure after resetting? Yes, resetting and pairing your AirPods with your own device ensures that they are secure and only connect to your device.
- How do I know if my AirPods are still paired with someone else? If you cannot connect or if you receive a prompt indicating that the AirPods are connected to another device, they may still be paired with the original owner.