Miscellaneous 

Can a lost phone be tracked by IMEI number?

Leia Doyle

Can a lost phone be tracked by IMEI number?

Here’s how it works. The Police have two methods for tracking your phone when it’s stolen, they can use your phone number or your IMEI number. Because the IMEI number is registered to your specific handset the Police will be able to track the device itself, even if the SIM card has been changed.

How can I track my lost phone using IMEI number?

Step 1: Search for “IMEI tracker” in Google Play, find “AntiTheft App & IMEI Tracker All Phone Location” on your phone. Make sure your phone is running on Android 4.4 or higher. Then, start installing the app. Step 2: After finishing the installation, run the app.

How can I block my stolen phone without IMEI number?

For many users who do not have or know their IMEI numbers, there is another way to block your device without it. This process involves you calling your network carrier whose SIM was on the phone. They may not be able to block your stolen device, but they can at least block your SIM card.

Can a stolen phone be tracked?

You can use another Android device and the Find My Device app, which you’ll have to download separately from the Play store. Immediately after you sign in to the site or app, Google will attempt to locate your phone. An alert will be sent to your phone to tell whoever has it that it’s being tracked.

Can I track my lost phone if it is switched off?

Use Google Timeline to find your phone even if it’s turned off or the battery is dead. Requirements: Your device is connected with your Google account. Your device has or had access to the internet (before it was turned off).

How can I block my stolen phone using IMEI?

In order to block the IMEI number, you will need to register an FIR in a police station about your stolen/lost device. The police station will provide you with a copy of the FIR. Take the copy of the FIR to your service provider (Airtel, Vodafone etc) and show them the copy of the FIR.

Is IMEI change illegal?

FIA has reportedly taken some serious steps by arresting people involved in the registration of mobiles in Pakistan on fake Identity and changing Mobile IMEIs.

Does IMEI number change after factory reset?

Does the IMEI number change after a factory reset? No, IMEI number does not change after factory reset. Since the IMEI number is a part of the hardware, therefore, any reset that is software-based will not be able to change the IMEI of your phone.

How do I disable my lost phone?

Go to android.com/find. If prompted, sign in to your Google account. Click on the device you want to disable. Click Secure device to lock it.

How can I block my stolen phone using IMEI number?

How can I block my lost mobile phone?

  1. Go to android.com/find and sign in to your Google Account.
  2. The lost phone will get a notification.
  3. On the Google map, you will get the location of your phone.
  4. Choose what you want to do. If needed, first click Enable lock & erase.

How do you locate a stolen phone when it’s off?

Here are the steps:

  1. Go to Find My Device.
  2. Log in using the Google account that is associated with your phone.
  3. If you have more than one phone, choose it in the menu at the top of the screen.
  4. Click on “Secure Device.”
  5. Type in a message and contact phone number that someone can see to contact you if they find your phone.

Can I change IMEI number permanently?

No, IMEI number does not change after factory reset. Since the IMEI number is a part of the hardware, therefore, any reset that is software-based will not be able to change the IMEI of your phone.