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How to find out if an AirTag is tracking you


Apple's handy trackers have been used to track people's location against their consent, but there's a way to determine if an AirTag is tracking you. Here's what you need to know.

Maria Diaz/ZDNETIf you're concerned about unwanted tracking or fear for your safety, take screenshots throughout this process, including the device's serial number and owner's information, contact local law enforcement, and give the disabled AirTag to authorities. An AirTag can continue tracking you unless you disable it by removing its battery or if you permanently stay outside the Find My network, a difficult task with as many iPhone users as there are in the world. Although someone else won't be able to track your AirTag, they can hear it if it's separated from you and moving, and they can see any contact information you choose to include if the finder uses NFC.

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