MI Account allows you to search for a phone in case of its loss or theft. If you know the password and login to access an account, you can also block the phone to prevent unauthorized access to information stored on the device.
Today we will consider in detail several ways to help you find a mobile phone in case of loss.
IMPORTANT When creating an account, remember not only the password, but also login to access the system. In the absence of data, you cannot manage the remote authorization to set the location of the smartphone.
Mi account on xyi phones - analogue Cloud for smartphones and tablets on iOS. It is advisable immediately after buying a smartphone to register in the system. You will not only access an additional cloud storage for storing personal data, you can synchronize the calendar data, notes, phone books and messages to quickly restore lost information, but also to remotely search for a smartphone in case of loss.
How to find a phone via mi account:
- through the Special Site Xiaomi after the input account;
- through Google maps after authorization in the Google account account.
How to activate a smartphone detection function in case of loss
It is important not only to create an account in the service, but also to activate the search function in the system settings.
The process includes the following steps:
How to find a phone from a computer
How to find a phone through a computer from a computer:
With the help of the service, you can also choose further actions:
- Enable a beep on the gadget for quick detection.
- Block the device to prevent unauthorized file access.
- Erase all personal information stored on the phone.
Interesting! After activating the audio signal, the phone begins to play the signal to the full volume, reduce the sound level using the keys on the phone will not work. Also it will not be possible to leave a beep, play the melody will only stop after the phone is unlocked.
Through google
You can find the phone not only with the help of the official website of xyi, but also through Google maps. To activate this feature, you must add a Google account to the Other Accounts tab on the phone and activate the data synchronization function. 
In case of loss or theft, find the phone via Mi account can be as follows:
- Using the browser on the computer, go to Google.com/android/deviceManager's Device Search page;
- Log in to the system under your logic and password;
- Select a device whose location must be installed;
- If the Internet or GPS transmitter is activated on the phone, an approximate device location will be displayed on the map;
- With the help of the service, you can also make a call to the device, block the gadget or erase all personal data from it.
Take into account that if the phone is turned off at the time of the query, it will be almost impossible to track it. On the map, only an approximate location fixed by satellites can be displayed when the network is last connected.
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Almost every modern resident of our planet came across a feeling compared with the approximation of the apocalypse, when he could not find his phone! Yes Yes! And the matter is not even that you "hit" to buy a new one, but the case in feverish fear that someone will post your data, photographs, and almost all of your personal life.
Thoughtful Xiaomi developers offer their users more and more opportunities to protect their data, as well as tracking in case of loss or theft of the device. Each owner is useful to know how to configure your Xiaomi phone to be in the unpleasant situation to be fully armed.
Ways how to find xiaomi phone
Important: In order for all the methods to work, the firmware on your phone must be installed correctly. Trust such a procedure better to repair MI smartphones.
Using the MI account
If your Xiaomi is associated with an account in the MI account, will help the device search function / Find Device in MI Cloud. But you should know that this option works only in the presence of a mobile connection or the presence of Wi-Fi.
Capabilities:
- Show location
- Submit a beep
- Erase the data
- Block the device
Step-by-step instruction:
- Activate location. To do this, go in the following sequence: Settings / Mi Account / MI Cloud / Device Search and turn on the function using the slider.
- We go to the manufacturer's website and introduce your account. In the menu, select Find Device.
- Next, in the menu that appears with the geolacation card, choose the option you need.
Using Google Account
Capabilities:
- Find out the last location, the time of accessing the network, the name Wi-Fi, from which the network and the charge level of the battery was produced.
- Press the alarm
- Erase personal data
- Block the phone
Step-by-step instruction:
- Activate the function of the remote telephone control. To do this, we go step by step: Settings / Advanced / Privacy / Remote control android and activate the latest function using the slider.
- Next, go in the following sequence: Settings / Google / Security and in front of the Sections Remote Device Search and Remote Locking and Reset Settings Turn on the checkbox as in the figure below.
- Next, go to your Google account using the login and password.
- On the page that opens, choose the action you need.
In conclusion, we want to wish to avoid losses and the more the theft of smartphones, if an unpleasant situation has already happened - a good return to the disappearance to you!
What if you lost Xiaomi smartphone? To find it - there are two simple ways that we will consider in this article. Note that the GPS must be activated for a successful search on the phone.
Method number 1: Search by cloud service MI Cloud
Do you still have no MI account? Then it's time to him. If you already have it, go to Settings > Mi Account > Mi Cloud.
Here you need to activate the "Device Search" function (or Find Device)
Now in case of loss, go to the I.MI.com website, enter your username and password. It is likely that the page will open in Chinese, it is possible to change it by clicking on the icon at the top with the icon in the form of the planet. We are interested in point Find Device.
A card and list of available devices will open. Click on the name and position will be indicated by the kap.
At the bottom of the screen in see four icons:
- Located
- Noise.
- LOST MODE
- Wipe Devise.
From the first everything is clear - she points out the place on the map, let's deal with the rest.
Noise - Beep
This button includes a beep at the maximum volume. If Xiaomi is lost nearby - you can hear it. You can turn off the signal manually on the device itself.
LOST MODE - Deval Device Lock
The phone can be blocked so that no one can use them. You will see such a message:
- The device will be blocked if it is turned on and can be unlocked after the login and password password correctly input.
- If the SIM card was replaced, you will be notified of this
Wipe Device - Erase all data
If you see that the phone is already far and not returning it, you can take care of the preservation of your personal data, completely clearing all the memory. This will delete files both from the memory of the smartphone and from the SD card.
Method number 2: Search with Google
To do this, you will need a Google account and itself it should be added to the smartphone.
To find your Xiaomi go to the page google.com/android/deviceManager And Introduce the Google account attached to the smartphone. In addition to the map, you will see the name of the device (in our case it is Xiaomi Redmi 3S) and the menu:
Here, as in the case of the MI Cloud, you can ring the device, block or erase all data.
Unfortunately, not all owners have time to enjoy the newly acquired phone, as in the case of an expensive smartphone, the risk is increasing not only by random loss, but also theft. In practice, no one wants to lose property, so otherwise you need to search. If you lost a gadget, then with the use of current technologies there are more practical methods than appeal to investigators. How to find xiaomi phone? Since several navigation options are provided in the program part, the user can find out the correct location of its device.
To track the loss, it is not necessary to be a detective. It is necessary to pay attention to the additional parameters of the smartphone. With their activation, a large number of possible problems are eliminated, since if the device does not steal in public transport, it can be left in a cafe or on the street.
How to enable remote search
To find the Xiaomi gadget, you can use the option to deleted search. First of all, log in to your MI account through the appropriate password and login. If you still have not created an account, then you need to register in the system in case theft will occur or loss of access. Of course, not everyone wants to think about possible outcomes, but it is much better to progress.
- Go to the phone settings;
- Next, the page with the list of sections will open, among which is present "MI Account";
- From the Mi Account item, go to Mi Cloud;
- In this window, you should translate the smartphone to the active location mode.
In general, these are all actions that need to be fulfilled to fully use all the advantages of the virtual search for the device. Therefore, if your device was lost, the chances of its detection increase significantly.
- First go to the official website of the MI.com developer
- On the main page, enter your account;
- Look out the location of the smartphone.
However, it is necessary to consider that to find the phone, the main requirement is to connect to the Internet. It does not matter exactly how the connection was carried out - through mobile data transmission or Wi-Fi synchronization. Therefore, the loss of the Xiaomi smartphone will remain so as long as he can use the worldwide network. However, it is not necessary to worry, because the site can offer other ways to detect the phone, for example, by IMEI.
How to find a smartphone alternative methods
Alternative method finding - search by IMEI, which is a code of 15 digits. It is directly tied to the phone and cannot be changed when reinstalling or changing the mobile number. However, change it, it is still possible. Nevertheless, the process is very difficult and in part of the countries wears criminal punishability. It is using IMEI that you can search for a phone. Trying to find a loss based on this room completely useless, because everything that can be done is to make sure the stay of the smartphone in another person. For example, when buying in the secondary market, the code is specified in the appropriate database.
If the device was lost or abducted, then its IMEI is present in advance in the general list, so the owner can be disposed of how to do further - leave with him or use the help of law enforcement agencies in order to return to the latter. However, at any outcome, the code must be registered in the system to increase the likelihood of smartphone detection. In this case, the procedure does not require high time, but brings the result.
How to find a MIUI gadget
Due to the fact that in Xiaomi smartphones, the MIUI branded envelope is used, based on Android, in the system there are properties of Google OS. Therefore, the lost device is convenient to search with Google Maps.
- However, for this, the smartphone must be activated;
- Mandatory condition - authorization should be made on the gadget to Google account;
- To search by Google Maps, you need to connect to the Internet and navigation, although the latter can be excluded.
In addition, it is possible to return the lost smartphone Xiaomi with a browser, for this:
- Go to the resource;
- Log in by making your data to activate Google account;
- Tie a MI account to the device.
At the end of the procedure, the service will allow you to perform a large number of tasks, for example, follow the location of the gadget, call it, to block, delete the data that is present in the device's memory.
In general, Google services provide many useful options, so if you do not fit the search by the browser, there are special programs. For example, Android Device Manager, which can be downloaded from the application store, going to the address.
How to find xiaomi if it is turned off
Disabled smartphone to detect harder, but the procedure remains feasible. In practice, there are several reliable methods, distributed not only by the owners, but also law enforcement agencies, to which they are referred to with a statement about the loss of mobile devices. If the phone is lost at home, it can be found without the use of special means, but in most cases happens differently and you have to seek help to the police, which is completely simple.
- Fill out the application;
- Write a model and other gadget characteristics;
- Lay your smartphone.
Regarding the last item will be engaged in the police using its channels, but if the device is not very expensive and there are no important data, then the searches can be very tightened. For greater efficiency, you can contact your operator's service, which can help if the thief is not removing the SIM card and it is in the phone. With this variant, despite the off state, a reliable signal is created, which is determined by the corresponding tons.
To date, the mobile phone serves not only by means of communication. For most owners, this is a notebook, personal diary, music player and photo album.
Thus, the loss of the mobile device can cause tremendous damage to its owner. In addition, modern mobile devices allow you to manage banking operations, and for an attacker it will be a golden residential. Therefore, you need to initially make sure that you have left the phone at home or at work - perhaps the most frequent cases!
But, if you are sure that they dropped the phone somewhere on the street, in the subway or bus, then you should try to call the SIM card number installed on the device. If you think that the phone was stolen, it is important to immediately contact the nearest office of the mobile operator to block the SIM card, as the consequences can be very deplorable.
However, the SIM card lock will not help you protect confidential data (photos and videos, bank cards, personal messages, etc.), and the faster you start searching the device, the greater the chances to save these data in integrity. We will tell about it in this article!
What is IMEI?
Each GSM phone, be it cheap or expensive, has its own international equipment identification number, known as IMEI.
In simple and folk language, IMEI is the serial number of the mobile device, consisting of 15 or 16 digits and used to identify devices registered on the network.
Thus, each mobile device is assigned a unique IMEI number. In some cases, IMEI can be used to search and track a lost mobile phone. But, not all models support this opportunity.
How to find out IMEI phone on Android?
In fact, there are many ways to find out IMEI mobile phone. Below we list the easiest and most universal ways to define IMEI:
- With a set of special code - *#06#
- Using settings in the menu "About device"
- Inscription with information about the device under the battery (not suitable for devices with a fixed battery)
How to find out IMEI phone on iOS?
- Enter a combination *#06# And then make a challenge. In the pop-up menu, you will see a set of numbers - this is IMEI.
- On the back of the Apple iPhone box also specified IMEI number.
How to find a phone in IMEI?
Before the description of the detailed instructions and tips, it is important to note that the search for the phone on the satellite is possible only under the condition of the active functions of mobile data or GPS navigation. In other words, without this, your phone simply cannot be identified in the operator's network. However, even if an attacker, a thief or a lucky one, who found your phone, extracts a SIM card, that is, chances to track the location of the device.
But, there is one snag. Mobile operators do not have the right (by law) to disclose confidential information about the location of the device, even if you provide good evidence. Thus, you will need to make an application form in law enforcement agencies about the loss or theft of a mobile phone. After that, at the request of law enforcement agencies by the operator, a request to identify a mobile device on the network will be sent, and a search for GPS navigation.
As you understand from the above, the process of accessing law enforcement agencies, compiling the application form, and only then a request for the search for your device - requires no less than three days. In this regard, it is much more effective to start searching for a mobile device according to IMEI.
Can I find the phone on IMEI yourself through a computer / laptop?
It is originally important to note the fact that it will not be possible to find the phone on IMEI on your own. This happens for a number of reasons:
- Access to databases, identifying Mobile IMEI devices and the location of the SIM card, has only a cellular operator.
- Experienced attacker or thief, found your phone, can easily change the Identification number IMEI.
- Many services offer services for finding mobile devices by IMEI - this is a fraud, do not give in to such tricks and suggestions.
However, you should not go into depression and disappointment, since then we will tell you how to find a phone based on Android or iOS with other methods.
How to find an Android phone, iPhone on the iMei number database?
By numerous reviews, site SNDEEPINFO.helped many owners to return lost mobile devices. Undoubtedly, in most cases returned for the remuneration, but how else? Be sure to try, the service is great!
- After you suspected the loss, contact the site immediately SNDEEPINFO,to add IMEI Device List of lost / stolen.
- Select the phone brand, enter the serial number (IMEI), pass the authorization "I am not a robot"and then click on the button "Add to the list of lost or stolen".
- Now fill out all registration fields. Be sure to specify the correct email address, as to create an application for a mobile phone return for a remuneration, you will need to confirm the e-mail address.
- Slap below, you will need to install a tick " I agree" After that, click on the "button" Register».
How to find an iPhone using the Find My iPhone function?
In the event that the function "was activated on your iPhone" Find My iPhone.» (« Find iPhone"), Then the chances to find and return the device much more. Always remember that when buying an iPhone is extremely important to activate the function " Find iPhone».
However, the function " Find iPhone"It works only on IOS 4.2.1 and higher.
How to enable the "Find iPhone" function?
You have a new iPhone, and you want to maximize yourself? Great, then you need to enable the function "Find iPhone". Here are the instructions:
- Go to the settings menu and select the " icloud.».
- Now to the right of the inscription " Find iPhone"Slide the toggle switch to the right.
- In the pop-up window " Find iPhone", Click on the" button " OK.».
- Now go back to the settings menu, and then go along the path " Privacy» - « Geolocation services» - « Find iPhone».
- Again, activate the toggle switch Find iPhone».
Note that the function " Find iPhone"It works only when the Internet is on. Otherwise, you will not be able to find the device on the map.
How to use "Find iPhone"?
Lost iPhone? Do not worry if the "Find iPhone" function was activated on the device, you can find a mobile phone on the map in short time using the instructions below:
- Go to official site icloud.. Log in under your profile by specifying Apple ID and password.
- In the icloud menu, select the application "Find iPhone".
- Log in to the application "Find iPhone",when specifying the password from the icloud account.
- Displaying the location of your iPhone on the map will be displayed as a green point.
- After you click on the green point, a pop-up window will appear in which you can choose three functions.
- If you select Mode "Play sound",that your devices will issue alarm sounds, and a window will appear on the screen.
- When choosing "Loss Mode",you will need to specify a four-digit code. Entering the code, you will block the iPhone, and the attacker will not be able to do anything.
- In the next window, specify the phone number that will be displayed on the iPhone screen. In many cases, the attackers themselves call and offer to return the device for remuneration.
- In the third stage of the process "Loss Mode",you will need to write a short SMS message that will be displayed on the iPhone Lost Screen.
- Setting function "Load Mode" Completed, it remains to activate. As soon as the function turns on, you will see an orange inscription in the upper left corner of the window.
- As a result, text with the specified SMS message will appear on the screen.
- After the iPhone device was found, disconnect the function. "Disposal mode."To do this, click on the function "Loss Mode",and click on the button "Get out of the disappearance mode."
How to find an iPhone if it is turned off, discharged?
Unfortunately, if at the time of the loss your iPhone was turned off or discharged, then track the satellite using the function "Find iPhone" -will not work. Thus, you can only hoping that your iPhone will be wonderful ways to return. Of course, you can try to write a statement to law enforcement agencies, but, as statistics show, it makes sense in this very little.
Nevertheless, you have the opportunity to try happiness. Thanks to the option "Last geoction", operating on the IOS 8 and higher version, the owner can track the last point of the location of the lost device. But this option must also be configured, go to the settings menu, click on the section "Icloud" And activate the option "Last geoposition".
How to find an Android phone through Google Account?
Modern smartphones manufactured by Samsung, LG, HTC, Huawei, Lenovo operate on the Android operating system. Thus, each phone is tied to email based on @ gmail.com,as a result, the owners have the opportunity to track the lost device through Google Account.
Below we will tell you detailed instructions, how to track the lost phone through Google account from a computer, even if it is turned off:
- Go to official site Gmail.And then log in to the profile.
- After successful authorization, your device will be displayed on the map if mobile data and GPS navigation are on the mobile phone. When choosing a function "Clean",a call will go to the lost device, which will last for 5 minutes. Choosing a function "Configure Lock and Delete Data",there will be a complete cleaning of data from the memory of the lost device.
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