13 pro max was stolen how can I retrieve it using IMEl number

is it possible to be retrieved it’s showing 245km away from me and am receiving massages on my email someone trying to log in on a web browser

iPhone 13 Pro Max, iOS 18

Posted on Mar 16, 2025 2:14 PM

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Posted on Mar 16, 2025 2:25 PM

Apple does not use IMEI to locate an iPhone.


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Your carrier can possibly locate the phone, but they will only normally do this in cases of a missing person. Even then, the carrier will require a court order to proceed.


Do NOT respond to any messages that you might see. These are scams that trying to trick you into providing your personal details so the bad guys that have your phone can get into it.




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Mar 16, 2025 2:25 PM in response to bupe226

Apple does not use IMEI to locate an iPhone.


Use Find My to locate your lost Apple device or AirTagApple SupportOfficial Apple Support › en-us


Your carrier can possibly locate the phone, but they will only normally do this in cases of a missing person. Even then, the carrier will require a court order to proceed.


Do NOT respond to any messages that you might see. These are scams that trying to trick you into providing your personal details so the bad guys that have your phone can get into it.




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