Tracking If Lost :
Tracking From Another Android Device :
Step 1 : Start at the home screen on your Android (these steps will also work for your Android tablet!).
Step 2 : Select the “Play Store” app.
Step 3 : In the search bar type in : “Google Find My Device” and install the app.
Step 4 : Once installed open up the app.
Step 5 : Sign in with the Google Account of the device you’re tracking.
Step 6 : Select the tracking option that works best for you :
a) Play Sound – best for when you’re in the general area of the device.b) Secure Device – best for when you would like to password protect your lost device in hopes of retrieving it, yet keeping your personal information safe.c) Erase – best as a last resort, if you’re concerned your device is in the wrong hands and wish to erase the contents of your device.
Important Note: You will also have a GPS tracking location appear, so you can get a visual of where your device is physically located.
Tracking From A Computer :
Step 1 : Head over to Google and login to the Google account of the device you’re tracking.
Step 2 : In the top right corner select the “Google Apps” icon.
Step 3 : Select the “Play Store” app.
Step 4 : In the search bar type in : “Google Find My Device” and install the app.
Step 5 : Once installed open up the app.
Step 6 : Sign in with the Google Account of the device you’re tracking.
Step 7 : Select the tracking option that works best for you :
a) Play Sound – best for when you’re in the general area of the device.b) Secure Device – best for when you would like to password protect your lost device in hopes of retrieving it, yet keeping your personal information safe.c) Erase – best as a last resort, if you’re concerned your device is in the wrong hands and wish to erase the contents of your device.