Smartphones are expensive, but the current technologically advanced era requires you have one.

The high rate of stolen phones will never discourage people from dropping button gadgets for these fashionable devices.

More situations need someone who cantrack a phone.

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Therefore, have a look at these methods of tracking a phone.

Instead, it will send them email notifications about someone trying to access their location.

Dial*#06#, a command tocheck your phone’sIMEI number.

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Alternatively, switch on your gadget, go toSettings, and tapAbout Phoneto check the IMEI code.

Note that the IMEI code is challenging to changebut not impossible.

Only the police and your connection service providers can track your lost phone using an IMEI number.

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It runs on Android 4.0 and higher.

You canlock and erase itscontent when it gets stolen.

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The app also displays indoor maps for places like airports, malls, stadiums, etc.

This makes it easier to search for the lost phone.

Can you track a phone that is turned off?

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Use Google Map’s timeline feature to track your gadget using your search history.

The process has been explained above.

Can I find my phone’s location by number?

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Google has millions of searches regarding “how to find my phone by number.”

Therefore, contact your online grid service provider to track the number’s location for you.

You have made a wise decision by learning how to track a stolen phone.

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Never engage with the thieves, instead, report the case to the police to deal with them.

After that, request your web connection operator to deactivate your SIM card and seek a replacement.

Lastly, file for an insurance claim.

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She has a Bachelor of Commerce & IT from the University of Nairobi and joined Briefly.co.za in November 2019.

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