Thanks to features like this, smartphone theft is on the decline. This feature is so useful that it deserves to be mentioned every now and then because really everyone should be using it. (This will permanently get rid of all data on your phone, so only do this if you’re convinced it’s been stolen.) You’ll also see options to lock your phone, sign out of it, or even erase all data from it. Click one, enter your Google credentials, and you’ll go to a screen showing you your recent security events. The Recover button will take you to a screen showing your devices.
Make sure you’re signed in to your Google account on Chrome, then go straight to the “Find My Device” page.įrom here, you can manage all Android devices associated with your Google account, switching between them using the drop-down menu under the map.Ĭlick the Ring button to make your Android phone ring at full volume. We’ll demonstrate the process using Chrome on PC, which is probably the most universal way to use this feature. Whether using the app or your browser, you’ll need to be signed in with your Google account credentials to start using it. (You don’t need the app on the lost device.) If using the app, you’ll of course be required to have it installed on a device other than the one you lost. You can use a web browser on PC, Android, other devices, or head over to the Play Store to download the Find My Device app. The first thing to do is switch on location settings on your device (Settings -> Security & location -> Location -> On).
On the PC and d evices menu, click Bluetooth.On the PC settings menu, click PC and d evices.From the Start Menu, click the ( Settings/gear) icon.Click on the device you want to unpair.Your computer displays a list of saved Bluetooth devices.On the Devices menu, click Bluetooth & other devices.On the Start menu, click the ( Settings/gear) icon.On the Audio menu, select ( menu) on the right side of the device name you want to unpair.If the Bluetooth function is set to OFF, set it to ON.Tap the ( Info) icon beside the name of the device that you want to unpair.If the Bluetooth function is set to OFF, turn it ON.Select Forget device, if another menu is displayed.Tap the ( Settings/gear) icon beside the name of the device you want to unpair.The mobile device displays a list of saved Bluetooth devices.If the Bluetooth function is OFF, turn it ON.Select Previously connected devices or Bluetooth.Select Connected devices or Device Connection.Swipe up from the bottom of the screen.Android mobile devices (smartphone, tablet)Īndroid mobile devices (smartphone, tablet).
Check the manual supplied with your device or contact the manufacturer for specific information. Steps may vary depending on your device or operating system. Select your device and follow the steps provided below to delete the information of your paired Bluetooth device from your mobile device or computer.