Finding a Lost Device Using Android™ Device Manager
Google™ offers a location and security web service called Android™ Device Manager.
You can use it in parallel with, or as an alternative to, the Protection by my Xperia service.
If you lose your device, you can use Android™ Device Manager to:
•
Find and show where your device is located.
•
Ring or lock your device, erase everything on it, or add a phone number to the
lockscreen.
For additional information about Android™ Device Manager, go to
Android™ Device Manager does not work if your device is turned off or if it does not have a
connection to the internet. The Android™ Device Manager service may not be available in all
countries or regions.
To Activate Android™ Device Manager
1
If you are using a device with multiple users, be sure you are logged in as the
owner.
2
Make sure you have an active data connection and that location services are
enabled.
3
From your Homescreen, tap .
4
Find and tap
Settings
>
>
Security
.
5
Drag the sliders beside
Remotely locate this device
and
Allow remote lock and
erase
to the On position.
6
If prompted, agree to the terms and conditions by tapping
Activate
.
7
To verify that Android™ Device Manager can locate your device after you activate
the service, go to
www.android.com/devicemanager and sign in using your
Google™ account.
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