What is a Stolen Phone?
A mobile phone is a portable telephone that can make and receive calls over a radio frequency link while the user is moving within a telephone service area, as opposed to a fixed-location phone.
How To Track A Stolen Phone In South Africa?
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1. Login
Go to https://www.google.com/android/find or download the Google Find My Device App on Play Store and sign in Google account on your PC or your current device
2. Locate your lost device
Select the device you want to locate, see where your device is on the map when you finished the 1st step
3.Play a sound
When your device is nearby, you can make it emit a loud tone, which will make it easier to find. To do this, touch/click Play sound.
The sound will last for 5 minutes, or until it is muted. avoid using this feature when the device is far away from you, because it will drain the device’s battery faster and may cause it to power off.
4. Lock the device
Lock your lost device with your PIN pattern or password. If you don’t have a lock, you can set one. To request someone return your device to you, you can add a message or phone number to the lock screen.
5. Erase your data
If you think that your device might have been stolen, you can touch/click Erase data to wipe all data from the device (but might not delete data from SD card).
Can you track a stolen phone using the IMEI number?
Fortunately, there’s a way to track a stolen phone using its unique International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number. This 15-digit code serves as a vital tool in the recovery process and assists law enforcement agencies in locating the stolen device and apprehending the culprits behind the theft.
Can police track your phone number in South Africa?
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has been given the go-ahead to intercept cellular communications for mass surveillance purposes.