How To Find Hidden Trackers Using Android Phones

Tag illustration or tracker (photo: Amazon)

JAKARTA - Just by using an Android smartphone, you can identify, find, and remove trackers (Tags) near you very easily.

Tracker or Tag is a small bluetooth device that you can install on objects like a key or backpack to help you find it when it's missing.

Some headphones and earbuds also have tracking capabilities so they can be found if they are missing. But, in some cases, these devices can be misused to track people without their consent.

Well, fortunately for Android users, you can use the Unknown trackers alerts feature, which will send notifications when other people's tracking devices are separated from them and if your Android phone detects the tracker traveling with you.

The notification will remind you of the tracker and tell you how to find it and what to do next.

How To Enable Unknown Tracker Warning On Android

This feature is available on Android version 6.0 (Marshmallow) or later. When activated, your device will notify if there are tracers (like AirTag) who are not with their owners but are detected moving with you.

How To Find And Disable Unknown Trackers

Please note that disabling Bluetooth, location service, or activating Aircraft Mode will not stop the tracker from reporting its location to its owner. To completely disable the tracker, follow the following steps:

If you feel threatened, you can go to a safe public place and contact law enforcement or people you trust.

Don't forget to store tracker-related information, such as serial numbers, brands, or models, then permanently disable the tracking device.