How to track a iPhone which shows offline?
My sister iPhone got stolen a week ago and anytime we track it always shows offline
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here are some steps you can take:
1. Mark as Lost: Go to iCloud.com/find or use the Find My app on another Apple device. Mark the iPhone as lost. This will lock it remotely with a passcode and display a custom message with your phone number on the lock screen.
2. Enable Notify When Found: In the Find My app, select the missing device and turn on Notify When Found. This way, you'll get a notification when the device comes online.
3. Erase iPhone: If you believe you won't recover the phone, you can erase it remotely. This will delete all data on the phone, but it will still be locked with your Apple ID and password.
4. Report to Authorities: File a report with your local police department. They may need the serial number of the device, which you can find on the original packaging or in your Apple ID account under your list of devices.
5. Contact Your Carrier: Inform your carrier about the stolen phone. They can disable your account to prevent calls, texts, and data use.
6. Change Passwords: Change your Apple ID password and any other passwords (e.g., email, banking) that were accessible through your sister’s iPhone.
Even if the device shows as offline, these steps help secure your data and make it harder for the thief to use the phone.
