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Can you track your apple AirTag in real life tracking

I just got an apple AirTag trying to see if you can set up real live tracking

iPhone 12 mini, iOS 16

Posted on May 20, 2023 10:00 AM

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Posted on May 20, 2023 10:12 AM

AirTags are intended to help you locate objects you've misplaced. While you can potentially get updates of an object that is moving they're not designed to be used for real time tracking. From AirTag - Apple:


AirTag is designed to discourage unwanted tracking. 

If someone else’s AirTag finds its way into your stuff, your iPhone will notice it’s travelling with you and send you an alert. After a while, if you still haven’t found it, the AirTag will start playing a sound to let you know it’s there.


Of course, if you happen to be with a friend who has an AirTag, or on a train with other passengers who have AirTag, don’t worry. These alerts are triggered only when an AirTag is separated from its owner.


tt2

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May 20, 2023 10:12 AM in response to AshleyL22

AirTags are intended to help you locate objects you've misplaced. While you can potentially get updates of an object that is moving they're not designed to be used for real time tracking. From AirTag - Apple:


AirTag is designed to discourage unwanted tracking. 

If someone else’s AirTag finds its way into your stuff, your iPhone will notice it’s travelling with you and send you an alert. After a while, if you still haven’t found it, the AirTag will start playing a sound to let you know it’s there.


Of course, if you happen to be with a friend who has an AirTag, or on a train with other passengers who have AirTag, don’t worry. These alerts are triggered only when an AirTag is separated from its owner.


tt2

Can you track your apple AirTag in real life tracking

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