Can you track AirTags that aren't yours?

If you're using an Android device, you can download the Tracker Detect app to find an AirTag or Find My network accessory that's separated from its owner and might be traveling with you.


Can you detect an AirTag that isn't yours?

One option is to use Apple's Find My app to manually scan for AirTags near you using the Items That Can Track Me option in the Items tab. If you have an Android phone, you can also check for unknown AirTags moving with you using the Tracker Detect app.

Can someone elses AirTag track me?

Apple has built-in certain protections to discourage unwanted tracking, but it's still possible for someone to slip an AirTag into your bag or car without your consent and track your location.


How do you know if someone put an AirTag on you?

But if someone puts an AirTag in your pocket without your knowledge, your iPhone will notice. If that AirTag sticks around when you move, your iPhone will show an alert that reads “AirTag Found Moving With You.” If you click on the alert, it will show you where it was detected and where it has moved with you.

Can you trace who owns an AirTag?

There's no way for you, the user, to readily find the owner of an AirTag unless they've put it in Lost Mode and left you a message — or if you tell law enforcement. If police ask Apple to identify an AirTag serial number, Apple will do it. You just need the serial number.


How to locate an unknown AirTag moving with you on iPhone | Apple Support



How do I get rid of someone else's AirTag?

Open the Find My app. Tap on the AirTag that you want to remove by choosing its name from the list. Swipe upwards to bring up the full AirTag settings. Tap on "Remove Item."

How do I disable an AirTag that is not mine?

How to disable an unknown AirTag
  1. When you see a notification on the display of your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, saying “AirTag Found Moving With You,” tap the notification.
  2. Now choose Continue.
  3. To disable the AirTag, tap Instructions to Disable AirTag, and follow the onscreen steps.


How do I get rid of AirTag that isn't yours on my iPhone?

Learn how to register an AirTag or third-party item.
  1. Tap Items at the bottom of the screen, then tap the item you want to remove.
  2. Bring the item near your iPhone. If the item is not near your device, you can still remove it from your account. ...
  3. Tap Remove Item, then follow the onscreen instructions.


How do I disable AirTag detected near me?

Similarly, if someone in your Family Sharing group owns the AirTag, you can disable Item Safety Alerts. Go to the Find My app on your iPhone or iPad to accomplish this. In the lower-right part of the screen, tap Me. Next, toggle off the switch next to Item Safety Alerts and tap Disable.

Can you get a false AirTag alert?

In normal cases, when a person receives an unknown AirTag alert, they're supposed to see an accompanying map that shows where and how long the AirTag was detected on their person. However, the false alarms are accompanied by maps depicting several straight lines radiating from a person's location.

How do I scan for AirTags?

Use Tracker Detect on Android to scan for AirTags

Just hit Scan and search for nearby AirTags. After downloading Tracker Detect, turn on Bluetooth, open the application, agree to the terms and conditions, and tap the blue Scan button to search for nearby items.


Do AirTags notify other iphones?

Display alert with sound: When AirTag automatically emits a sound to alert anyone nearby of its presence and is detected moving with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, we will also display an alert on your device that you can then take action on, like playing a sound or using Precision Finding, if available.

Can you track a family members AirTag?

AirTag is an exclusive device that only one phone can track. So, no, nobody else can use your AirTag.