First of all, enable Android Device Manager, on your
Android device, go to the Google Settings app, then tap on Android Device
Manager. The locator feature is enabled by default, but to enable remote data
wipe, tap on the box next to "Allow remote factory reset," then tap
"Activate." Also on a safer note backup all your data first.
To begin with, go to https://www.google.com/android/devicemanager and log in with your Google account. You may
get a prompt asking you for permission to allow Android Device Manager to use
location data. Click on the "Accept" button to continue.
Location: The location of your Android device will
appear automatically on the map, along with the name of the place, when it was
last used, and when it was last located. You can zoom in and out of the map to
check out the location.
Ring: The location data is an approximation and
may not help you figure out if it's hiding somewhere in your home. Instead of
having someone call your phone to help you find it, you can choose to ring your
device from Android Device Manager. This will cause your device to ring for 5
minutes at the highest volume, even if it's set on silent or vibrate.
Lock: Locking your device remotely can be useful
if you want to lock your Android device so no one can access your data while
you're trying to recover your lost device. To lock your device, click on the
"Lock" option. Enter your new password twice, and then click the Lock
button. Once the command is sent to your device, it will lock it immediately,
even if it's being used.
Erase Device: If you think you've lost your device
for good and would like to force a factory reset to protect your personal data,
choose "Erase Device." This will erase all your apps, photos, music,
and settings from your device. If your device is offline when you send the
"Erase Device" command, it will perform the reset the next time it
comes online. Once your device has been wiped, you will no longer be able to
access it from Android Device Manager. Also keep in mind that a remote factory
reset may not wipe external SD memory cards.
Remember, if your device has been stolen, contact the
police and let them do their jobs, don’t try to be BATMAN. With Android Device
Manager, your data is safe, so make sure you stay safe as well by not
attempting to retrieve the device on your own.
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