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My MacBook was stolen. Can I lock it remotely?

Hi. My MacBook was stolen. Can I lock it remotely?

Posted on Aug 1, 2022 9:06 PM

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Posted on Aug 1, 2022 9:35 PM

Romburak Said:

"Hi. My MacBook was stolen. Can I lock it remotely?: [...]Yes. There is only option to mark as lost."

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Mark this as Lost:

  1. Go Here: If your Mac is Lost or Stolen - Apple Support
  2. As it Reads: "Remotely lock your Mac with a passcode to help prevent unauthorized access. Tap Activate under Mark As Lost in the Find My app, or select Lock on iCloud.com."
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Aug 1, 2022 9:35 PM in response to Romburak

Romburak Said:

"Hi. My MacBook was stolen. Can I lock it remotely?: [...]Yes. There is only option to mark as lost."

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Mark this as Lost:

  1. Go Here: If your Mac is Lost or Stolen - Apple Support
  2. As it Reads: "Remotely lock your Mac with a passcode to help prevent unauthorized access. Tap Activate under Mark As Lost in the Find My app, or select Lock on iCloud.com."

Aug 1, 2022 11:42 PM in response to Romburak

Romburak Said:

"Hi. My MacBook was stolen. Can I lock it remotely?: [...]Yes. There is only option to mark as lost."

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Secure your Info:

Having been stollen, you should be concerned for device access. So, (A)verify your devices, and (B)secure your account.


1. Verify your Devices:

Verify that all devices are logged in to your account, by using this link: Check your Apple ID Device List to See where you're Signed in - Apple Support


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2. Modify your Credentials:

Having been stollen, someone lily has your credentials. So, by all means, modifying them.


then...



3. Report Messages to Apple:

If any messages or phone call took place that are relevant to Apple, report the phone calls' and messages' info to AppleUse my User: Using the Photos App to Report Scams - User Tip

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