6 Steps You Should Take After Your Phone is Stolen

May 27, 2024, 18:15 IST

Vikrant Singh

Try to Locate Your Phone

Use a tracking app or service like Find My iPhone (for iOS devices) or Find My Device (for Android devices) to locate your phone. 

Secure Your Accounts

 Change the passwords for any accounts linked to your phone, such as email, social media, banking, and shopping accounts.

Contact Your Mobile Carrier

 Inform your mobile carrier that your phone has been stolen so that they can deactivate your SIM card.

File a Police Report

Contact your local law enforcement agency to report the theft.

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Remote Wipe Your Device

 If you can't recover your phone and it contains sensitive information, use remote wipe features provided by services like Find My iPhone or Find My Device to erase all data on the device remotely.

Monitor for Suspicious Activity

 Keep an eye on your accounts for any suspicious activity.

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