How to Find a Lost Mac with Find My

Step by step

1. 1 min

   Sign in to iCloud

   Navigate to icloud.com/find from any web browser on a smartphone, tablet, or secondary computer. Enter your Apple ID and password to access the device locator interface.

   Note: If you have two-factor authentication enabled, approve the sign-in request on a trusted device.
2. 30 sec

   Identify your Mac

   Click on the All Devices dropdown menu located at the top of the screen. Select your missing Mac from the list to display its current location on the map.

   Note: If the device is offline, it will display the last known location and time.
3. 1 min

   Enable Lost Mode

   Click the Mark As Lost button in the device control panel. Follow the prompts to create a numeric passcode if your Mac does not currently have one set.

   Note: Lost Mode remotely locks the Mac, preventing unauthorized access to your files.
4. 1 min

   Display contact information

   Enter a custom message and a phone number on the Lost Mode screen. This information will appear directly on your Mac's screen, allowing the finder to contact you without accessing your system.

   Note: Ensure the phone number provided is one where you can be reached immediately.
5. 1 min

   Erase the device

   If you determine the Mac cannot be recovered, select Erase This Device. Confirm the action to remotely wipe all data, including personal files and stored payment information.

   Note: Once erased, you can no longer track the device, and Find My will be disabled.