Airtag removal and registration

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Airtag removal and registration

I am planning on using airtags to track my checked in luggage whenever I travel. But on the days I do not have any travel plans, I plan to remove the airtag device from my Find My iPhone app so that I won't keep on getting notifications on my airtag.

If I was to remove the airtag from my app, do I still need to reset it in order for me to re-register it again? Basically, I only want to use the airtag just for my travels and I just want to unregister when not in use and register it every time I have travel plans.

Posted on Jul 14, 2022 9:33 PM

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Answer 1

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TammyW_03

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Jul 16, 2022 2:26 PM in response to 3019paul

Hey 3019paul,

That's a great question! When removing the AirTag from Find My, you will need to register it when you add it back since removing it removes it from your Apple ID: Remove an AirTag or other item from Find My on iPhone - Apple Support

Instead of removing it, you could adjust the settings to not receive the separation alert for the AirTag. Here's great information on that: Set separation alerts in case you leave an AirTag or item behind in Find My on iPhone - Apple Support

We hope this helps. Thanks for posting in Apple Support Communities.

Cheers!

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Eric--F

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Jul 17, 2022 7:12 AM in response to 3019paul

Yes, if you are storing it in your drawer, then go ahead and remove the battery. But yes, it will reset it. In fact, removing the battery 5 times is how to properly reset it.

How to reset your AirTag - Apple Support

Your plan will work if it's only used for travel, and then the battery is removed and the device is stored safely until next use. Thanks.

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3019paul Author

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Jul 16, 2022 7:06 PM in response to ASTRO24

Thanks for the info. I plan to only use the airtag for my check in luggage. When I am not traveling, I was just thinking about removing the battery to save battery power and re-install the battery when I am traveling with my luggage without having to re-register the airtag.

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3019paul Author

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Jul 16, 2022 2:45 PM in response to TammyW_03

Thanks Tammy. Can I just remove the battery from the airtag to save power and re-install it when needed? will removing the battery reset the airtag?

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ASTRO24

Community Specialist

Jul 16, 2022 6:02 PM in response to 3019paul

3019paul

Once you remove the battery you will not be able to locate it or play a sound to the AirTag. However, it still will show in Find My after you input the battery back in AirTag.

Regards.

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