Nowadays, theft or loss of mobile has become a common thing. If your phone is stolen or lost, instead of panicking, some important steps should be taken immediately. This will not only keep your data safe but will also increase the chances of getting your phone back. Damage can be reduced by taking steps at the right time.
• Tracking
If the mobile is Android then use ‘Find My Device’ app or site. You can do this on another device or computer by logging into android.com/find. From here you can format the phone and if it is not switched off and has internet connection, you can also track it live. If you have an iPhone, use Find My iPhone to track it. You can also access it on another iOS device or computer by going to icloud.com/find. With its help, you can even track a switched off phone.
• Block SIM card
Call your mobile service provider and get the SIM card blocked immediately. The advantage of this will be that the thief will not be able to misuse your SIM card and you will not get into any new trouble.
• lodge a complaint with the police
If such an incident happens, go to the nearest police station and lodge an FIR and block the IMEI number. You can find the IMEI number on the phone box or bill.
• Log out of accounts immediately
Log out of all your online accounts (eg Google, social media, banking apps) and change your password. You can also do this from computer. File the complaint with all the necessary details. Here you will be asked for a copy of the FIR. After filing complaint on this portal, the chances of getting the mobile increases to a great extent.
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