Lost Your Windows Device? Here’s How to Find and Lock It Remotely
Learn how to enable “Find My Device” on both Windows 10 and Windows 11, locate your lost device, and secure it remotely. Whether it’s a laptop, tablet, or desktop, these steps will help you regain control and protect your data.
By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor
June 12, 2024
Imagine this scenario: You’re rushing through a crowded airport, and suddenly, panic sets in.
Your laptop—the repository of your work, memories, and cat videos—is nowhere to be found.
Here's a Cool Tip. Enable Find My Device in Windows 10 and Windows 11.
Find My Device is a built-in feature in Windows 10/11 that allows you to track your PC’s location.
Think of it as Windows’ counterpart to Apple’s Find My feature.
Once enabled, you can use your Microsoft account to locate your Windows PC on a map.
Not only that, but you can also lock the PC remotely, preventing unauthorized access to your data.
Additionally, you have the option to display a message on the lost device, making it easier for someone who finds it to return it to you
Here's how to do it.