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Find out how to protect yourself from mobile phone theft, and how to set your phone up to help you if it gets stolen. π Protect yourself from mobile phone theftπ« Donβt leave your phone unattended β thieves can grab it in seconds.π Be aware of your surroundings β only use your phone when it feels safe.π¦ Put it away when finished β donβt leave it on tables or in sight. β
Things to do now that will help if your phone gets stolenπ Secure your phone π Use a strong PIN, passcode, password, or pattern.π Get your IMEI number π’ Dial *#06# to find your IMEI. Keep it written somewhere safe.π Use a tracking app πΊοΈ Enable location tracking so you can find your phone quickly.π Turn off message previews π Hide previews so thieves canβt see reset or login codes.π Make sure you can still access your data πΎ Back up your data regularly.π Set up two-factor authentication with an alternative device.π Keep important contacts and passwords somewhere secure. π Help setting your phone upπ Apple help pages for iPhonesπ€ Google help pages for Android phones |