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Can I set up the AirTag using my MacBook?

Am I able to set up an AirTag on my MacBook? All the support articles don't mention using the MacBook to set it up.

I don't have an iPhone, if I can't use my MacBook, can I use my Android phone?

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 11.5

Posted on Aug 9, 2021 4:17 PM

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Posted on Aug 9, 2021 8:03 PM

No.


What you need 

An iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with iOS 14.5 or iPadOS 14.5 or later and two-factor authentication turned on

  • Find My turned on.
  • Bluetooth turned on.
  • A strong Wi-Fi or cellular connection.
  • Location Services turned on: Go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services.
  • To be able to use Precision Finding and to see the most accurate location for your AirTag, turn on Location Access for Find My. Go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services, then scroll down and tap Find My. Check While Using the App or While Using the App or Widgets. Then turn on Precise Location.

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Aug 9, 2021 8:03 PM in response to AKSAdrian

No.


What you need 

An iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch with iOS 14.5 or iPadOS 14.5 or later and two-factor authentication turned on

  • Find My turned on.
  • Bluetooth turned on.
  • A strong Wi-Fi or cellular connection.
  • Location Services turned on: Go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services.
  • To be able to use Precision Finding and to see the most accurate location for your AirTag, turn on Location Access for Find My. Go to Settings > Privacy > Location Services, then scroll down and tap Find My. Check While Using the App or While Using the App or Widgets. Then turn on Precise Location.

Can I set up the AirTag using my MacBook?

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