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Help finding my lost MacBook

I lost my laptop, can I find information about my device if I erase device ?


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MacBook Air (M1, 2020)

Posted on Oct 10, 2023 12:25 AM

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Posted on Oct 10, 2023 3:25 AM

What information? If you erase the device, all information on it will be gone.


There is no magical method involved in Apple's actions with regard to lost and stolen devices. If you have FindMy active you can make certain things happen. But there is no guarantee any of those options will find your device.


Here's how you use FindMy: Set up Find My on Mac - Apple Support


If your device is lost or stolen: If your Mac is lost or stolen - Apple Support


Using FindMy: Find your lost Apple device or AirTag with Find My - Apple Support


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Oct 10, 2023 3:25 AM in response to jhonny183

What information? If you erase the device, all information on it will be gone.


There is no magical method involved in Apple's actions with regard to lost and stolen devices. If you have FindMy active you can make certain things happen. But there is no guarantee any of those options will find your device.


Here's how you use FindMy: Set up Find My on Mac - Apple Support


If your device is lost or stolen: If your Mac is lost or stolen - Apple Support


Using FindMy: Find your lost Apple device or AirTag with Find My - Apple Support


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