How can i make my iphone useless to the user that stole it?

My iPhone was stolen and I was told it can't be tracked. I can log into my account but I don't know how to make that phone useless to who ever is using it. Is this possible, kindly help.

iPhone 7, iOS 14

Posted on May 7, 2022 7:32 PM

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May 7, 2022 8:25 PM in response to ebififi

ebififi Said:

"How can i make my iphone useless to the user that stole it?: My iPhone was stolen and I was told it can't be tracked. I can log into my account but I don't know how to make that phone useless to who ever is using it. Is this possible, kindly help."

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Troubleshooting a Lost iPhone:

What makes you so certain it was stollen? Perhaps it was lost. If lost, the perform the following...

For Find My, Go Here: Use the Find My App to Locate a Missing Device or Item - Apple Support


What Else to Try:


  • Backtrack your Locations:

If you were at a retail store or local cafe', then stop by and see if if was placed aside by the store manager. You never know.


  • Call the Number:

Dial the iPhone itself; you might hear it ring in the other room..


  • Text the iPhone a Message:

If you cannot find this, then text the iPhone, sending it a messages asking whomever finds it to contact you. Perhaps, have them eMail you, putting a particular title in it (so that you recognize the eMail. If you go to pick it up from an individual, then have someone there with you, probably meeting them at a public, safe location, both for safety purposes.


  • Also, Contact Local Authorities:

Perhaps someone is respective enough to have turned-around handed it over to local authorities. See if they have found it.

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