How do I locate an inactive MacBook Pro in my Apple Account?

I cannot find my Mac Book Pro in my account. I haven't used it in a few years but I had purchased it around 2020.



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Original Title: Mac Book Pro

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Posted on Oct 7, 2026 5:27 PM

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Posted on Oct 7, 2026 6:46 PM

Re: "How do I locate an inactive MacBook Pro in my Apple Account?"


Wondering whether or not the MBP has been removed from your device list. ie: You can check your Apple ID device list to see where you're signed in:

See how to: Review devices signed in to your Apple Account - Apple Support


To log-in to your Apple Account online:  https://account.apple.com/


If needed: Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication - Apple Support


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Oct 7, 2026 6:46 PM in response to Amymylove

Re: "How do I locate an inactive MacBook Pro in my Apple Account?"


Wondering whether or not the MBP has been removed from your device list. ie: You can check your Apple ID device list to see where you're signed in:

See how to: Review devices signed in to your Apple Account - Apple Support


To log-in to your Apple Account online:  https://account.apple.com/


If needed: Get a verification code and sign in with two-factor authentication - Apple Support


Oct 8, 2026 11:43 AM in response to Amymylove

Amymylove wrote:
I cannot find my Mac Book Pro in my account. I haven't used it in a few years but I had purchased it around 2020.
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Original Title: Mac Book Pro



If it is not in your list of devices— not possible.


Boot the Mac up and add it back in

To add a Mac to your Apple Account device list, sign in with your Apple Account directly on the Mac.


One account for everything Apple - verify what devices are associated with your ID.

https://appleid.apple.com


*Check your Apple ID device list to see where you're signed in

Review devices signed in to your Apple Account - Apple Support



Oct 8, 2026 11:34 AM in response to Amymylove

Amymylove wrote:
I cannot find my Mac Book Pro in my account. I haven't used it in a few years but I had purchased it around 2020.

Did you ever remove it from your Apple Account's device list? Did you ever remove your Apple ID from Preferences (aka Settings) in the MBPro?


Is the MBPro in your possession? Have you charged the battery, booted it and connected it to the internet? Is your Apple Account associated with the MBPro (see Settings > Apple ID on the MBPro) After doing so, does it show up in your Apple Account?

How do I locate an inactive MacBook Pro in my Apple Account?

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