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Can I turn find my iPhone on without access to phone?

For some reason my device isn't showing on find my device. How can i fix this? I've lost my phone

iPhone 7, iOS 14

Posted on Jan 7, 2021 2:09 AM

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Posted on Jan 7, 2021 3:12 AM

You can't. You need the phone itself to activate Find My.


But you can use these steps to help protect your data:

  1. Change your Apple ID password. By changing your Apple ID password, you can prevent anyone from accessing your iCloud data or using other services (such as iMessage or iTunes) from your missing device.
  2. Change the passwords for other internet accounts on your device. This can include email accounts, Facebook, or Twitter.
  3. Report your lost or stolen device to local law enforcement. Law enforcement might request the serial number of your device. Find your device serial number.
  4. Report your lost or stolen device to your wireless carrier. Your carrier can disable the account, preventing phone calls, texts, and data use.
  5. Remove your lost or stolen device from your list of trusted devices.


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Jan 7, 2021 3:12 AM in response to leshea48

You can't. You need the phone itself to activate Find My.


But you can use these steps to help protect your data:

  1. Change your Apple ID password. By changing your Apple ID password, you can prevent anyone from accessing your iCloud data or using other services (such as iMessage or iTunes) from your missing device.
  2. Change the passwords for other internet accounts on your device. This can include email accounts, Facebook, or Twitter.
  3. Report your lost or stolen device to local law enforcement. Law enforcement might request the serial number of your device. Find your device serial number.
  4. Report your lost or stolen device to your wireless carrier. Your carrier can disable the account, preventing phone calls, texts, and data use.
  5. Remove your lost or stolen device from your list of trusted devices.


Can I turn find my iPhone on without access to phone?

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