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Can someone use stolen AirPods?

Additionally, there is no password protection on AirPods. While you can lock devices like your iPhone or Mac remotely with Lost Mode, you can't do the same with AirPods. That said, anyone can easily use stolen AirPods when they find them. Unfortunately, Apple Warranty or AppleCare+ do not cover lost and stolen AirPods.
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Can stolen AirPods be tracked?

If you've lost or misplaced your AirPods, you might be able to find them if you use the Find My app on your iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, or Mac that you're signed in to with the same Apple ID. With AirPods Pro (2nd generation), you can also locate the charging case on the map if it's separated from your AirPods.
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Can I Find My AirPods if someone resets them?

Reset AirPods cannot be tracked. They do not have the same iCloud Activation lock that the other Apple devices have. You can still track your AirPods if they've been stolen but not the reset ones.
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Can I track my AirPods if someone else is connected to them?

You can't find your AirPods if someone connects to them on their device. AirPods do not have Wifi access and only function through a Bluetooth connection. Thus, stolen AirPods will remain operational and untrackable. You can track your AirPods only if they connect to your device and sync to iCloud.
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Can you use someone else's AirPod if you lost one?

Best answer: Yes, if you lose a single AirPod, you can purchase a new one from Apple. From there, you can pair the new AirPod unit with your existing one. However, the replacement must be the same generation as your current AirPod.
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Can Someone Use My Stolen AirPods?

What happens if one AirPod is stolen?

Replace a lost AirPod

You can buy a replacement for a left or right AirPod or the Charging Case. Your replacement will be new. AppleCare+ for Headphones does not cover lost or stolen AirPods.
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How do I remove an AirPod from previous owner?

The previous owner might have to follow the steps to unpair.
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How to remove AirPods or another Find My network device from an Apple ID on Mac
  1. Open the Find My app.
  2. Select the Devices tab.
  3. Select the device that you want to remove.
  4. On the map, click the More Info button .
  5. Click Remove This Device.
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How do I reset my stolen AirPods?

Open the lid of your charging case, and put your AirPods in your ears. Go to Settings > Bluetooth. Or go to Settings > [your AirPods]. If your AirPods appear there as connected, tap the More Info button next to your AirPods, tap Forget This Device, then tap again to confirm.
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How do I deactivate my stolen AirPods?

Mark AirPods as lost
  1. iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch: Open the Find My app , tap Devices, tap the name of your AirPods, then below Mark as Lost, tap Activate.
  2. Apple Watch: Open the Find Devices app , tap a device, tap Lost Mode, then turn on Lost Mode.
  3. Mac: Open the Find My app , click devices, select your AirPods, click.
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How far can AirPods be tracked?

However, it only worked if your phone was within Bluetooth range of your AirPods. In other words, you had to be within 30 feet of the missing AirPods to locate them.
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Can AirPods be tracked to exact location?

If you have AirPods Pro (2nd generation), you can find the precise location of each of your AirPods and the charging case. Open the Find My app on an iPhone or iPad that you previously paired with your AirPods. Tap Devices, tap the name of your AirPods, then tap Find.
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How do I stop AirPods being detected near me?

To disable the AirTag, AirPods, or Find My network accessory and stop it from sharing its location, tap Instructions to Disable and follow the onscreen steps. After the AirTag, AirPods, or Find My network accessory is disabled, the owner can no longer get updates on its current location.
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How do you know if AirPods are tracking you?

2. Check that your Tracking Notifications are on
  1. Go to Settings and select Privacy.
  2. Tap on Location Services and turn on Location Services.
  3. Go to System Services.
  4. Turn on both Find My iPhone and Significant Locations.
  5. Go back to Settings and select Bluetooth.
  6. Turn on Bluetooth.
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Can someone turn off the location of stolen AirPods?

Can You Blacklist Lost or Stolen AirPods? No, there is currently no way to block lost or stolen AirPods from being used by someone else. You can track and locate them using the Apple 'Find My' service, and even attach a message to the AirPods using Lost Mode, but you can't lock them.
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