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Find My Device on Windows 11: How to Enable & Use
Lost your device? Find it fast with this trick
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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The mere thought of losing your device to a stranger can make you worry. If that’s happened to you before, the good news is that Microsoft offers a device tracking service at no cost.
It, however, doesn’t work automatically, so here is a guide to show you how a click of a button can keep you in the know of where your device is at every time.
How does Find My Device work?
Find My Device is a built-in Windows tool that lets you track your device and help you find it if it’s lost. It can also help you get back into your computer andremotely wipe your data from the device. With the help of GPS tracking, it can determine your device’s location.
It checks in with Microsoft and starts looking for any devices connected to your Microsoft account. Once you select the lost device, it then downloads the latest data from Microsoft’s servers.
This includes a map view that shows the location of your device, along with other information such as the device name, device ID, and the battery level. Here, you can choose to lock it to prevent unauthorized access.
How do I enable Find My Device on Windows 11?
How do I turn off Find My Device in Windows 11?
Simply reverse-engineer the above steps and toggle off theFind My Deviceoption.
How do I use Find My Device to track or lock a lost Windows device?
Before you can use Find My Device, you’ll need to make sure your device meets the following requirements:
Once you’ve met these requirements, proceed with the following:
Supported Devices & Operating Systems
And there you have it. Quick and easy instructions for locating your lost laptop. If you’re a forgetful individual who never wants to worry about someone finding your device, Find My Device is an incrediblyuseful security settingthat you should definitely turn on.
That being said, sometimes, theFind My Device feature is not working, or users find it too basic and prefermore advanced tracker toolsto find lost devices. Whatever your choice, the end goal is to secure your privacy and hopefully recover your device.
Have you used the Find My Device feature before? How accurate was it, and would you recommend it to other users? Let us know in the comment section below.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
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