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Can't track stolen iPhone

My phone is stolen and I can not see it on my devices list in order to track it so what can I do to track it?



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iPhone 11, iOS 14

Posted on May 17, 2022 3:13 AM

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Posted on May 17, 2022 4:05 AM

A thief usually WILL take measures to prevent the device from being tracked.


You should assume that you’ll never see your phone again.


Go thru these steps but SKIP STEP 7:

(Step 7 will allow the criminal to reset and reuse your phone)


If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch is lost or stolen - Apple Support


IMPORTANT: In the coming days, weeks, and months, be VERY WARY of any messages purporting to be from Apple or the police stating that your phone has been found but needing you to provide “authenticating” info.


This is an attempt by the criminals to break-into your phone and/or steal your AppleID identity.


REVEAL NOTHING!




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May 17, 2022 4:05 AM in response to EssyMckenize

A thief usually WILL take measures to prevent the device from being tracked.


You should assume that you’ll never see your phone again.


Go thru these steps but SKIP STEP 7:

(Step 7 will allow the criminal to reset and reuse your phone)


If your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch is lost or stolen - Apple Support


IMPORTANT: In the coming days, weeks, and months, be VERY WARY of any messages purporting to be from Apple or the police stating that your phone has been found but needing you to provide “authenticating” info.


This is an attempt by the criminals to break-into your phone and/or steal your AppleID identity.


REVEAL NOTHING!




Can't track stolen iPhone

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