Category: Frequently Asked Questions

Some frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Click the Thank Finder link in your account, and follow the instructions.  

You can’t reply directly unless the Finder entered some contact details in the message, which you’ll have in an email. We will reply on your behalf if you click the Reply link in your Finder report email or text.  This …

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We’ll be sorry to see you go, but you probably mean what happens to your account? When an account is closed at your request, we will turn off Finder reports (you won’t get email or text notifications any more).  Your …

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Obviously, it’s a good idea to tag any expensive gadgets, your bag, purse, wallet etc. But what about the things that aren’t as valuable but would still cause you no end of havoc if you left them somewhere? Here’s a …

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Take a moment to imagine how losing your smartphone would affect your day. First of all, it’s probably full of data, so unless you’re a prolific backer-upper, you’ve probably lost some messages, photos, contacts, game progress and more. Then there’s …

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If you label your valuables with your phone number, home address or email address, you’re left with the problem of replacing all those labels if you move home, switch email or mobile providers.   If you’ve permanently marked something, or …

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They will see your label, visit our site and enter your tag in the “contact owner” form. They use the form to enter a message, which we send to you instantly by SMS (you’ll have registered your mobile number when …

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