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If an AirTag notifies someone if it is in their presence, and I use my AirTag to make sure I know where my kids are at all times, would kidnappers know my child has an AirTag hidden on their person?
iPhone 12 Pro Max
If your goal is to keep tabs on your child's location, you may want to consider using a device that relies on GPS, not Bluetooth, like the Apple AirTags. These also offered with a small footprint that can be, for example, sewn or well hidden into clothing. They generally do not make any sounds to alert the malfeasant ... and are specifically designed for tracking. An example of these, would be the LoJack, which are designed to be placed in a car, and optionally can be tracked by a service that can notify the police.
If your goal is to keep tabs on your child's location, you may want to consider using a device that relies on GPS, not Bluetooth, like the Apple AirTags. These also offered with a small footprint that can be, for example, sewn or well hidden into clothing. They generally do not make any sounds to alert the malfeasant ... and are specifically designed for tracking. An example of these, would be the LoJack, which are designed to be placed in a car, and optionally can be tracked by a service that can notify the police.
Hi adeel166!
If your child has an iPhone or iPad with them, it will constantly send their iPhone or iPad alerts that an AirTag is following them.
If they are not constantly carrying around an iPhone or iPad, AirTags can be a good option to track your kids.
But, AirTags are made to track objects, not people.
It beeping while I’m not nearby could be a good thing, unless they’re sadly kidnapped. :/
To the other poster, I would never need to stalk anyone. I have a great life and want to ensure my child’s safety. Thanks for the help.
Re: “… to make sure I know where my kids are at all times …”
AirTags are designed to track your “objects” NOT people.
Pragmatically-speaking, they will not perform well in this application for a number of reasons.
Plus, they will also “beep” when your child moves and you’re not nearby.
Sorry, I can't offer you a direct example as I have not had an actual need for one of these devices. I'm just aware that they exist. I suggest that you do a bit of research and/or contact the appropriate agency that handles child kidnapping (should this be the reason you are looking for one of these) and see what their recommendations are for this purpose.
sure, the system does not know that you are not a stalker
Can you recommend a link of some sort to show what you mean? I’m interested in a small footprint.
Can a hidden AirTag on my child be found by a kidnapper?
