How to erase a stolen Mac

My MacBook Pro was stolen. Is there a way to erase the data? Is there a way to get the data uploaded to cloud and then erase it remotely?

Thanks,

a desperate student

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 11.6

Posted on Apr 30, 2022 9:42 AM

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Apr 30, 2022 9:45 AM in response to inm08

Follow these instructions: If your Mac is lost or stolen - Apple Support

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