It also shows you how to turn off Lost Mode when the AirTag is found.

To put an AirTag in this mode, you must have your iPhone, iPad, or Mac handy.

Here’s how to put an AirTag in Lost Mode on an iPhone.

Find My Phone > Items > AirTag

The steps are similar to those when using an iPad or Mac.

OpenFind Myon your iPhone.

Select theAirTagthat you lost in the Items list.

Find My app Showing the Lost Mode setting

You’ll see options toPlay a SoundorDirections.

However, to mark it as lost, swipe up on the menu to show additional options.

TapEnablein the Lost Mode section.

Find My app showing phone number entry for Lost Mode

SelectContinuein the information screen.

Tap the phone number field.

input your phone number and tapNext.

Find My app on an iPhone showing Items list and a missing AirTag

If someone finds your AirTag, they will be able to see the phone number you enter.

If you prefer, tapUse an email addressinstead.

it’s possible for you to tap theNotify When Foundtoggle to receive a notification when your item is found.

Steps to turn off Lost Mode for an AirTag on an iPhone

What Happens When You Turn On Lost Mode for an AirTag?

Apple marks the AirTag as lost, and its system looks for it.

After that, one of two things can happen:

How Do You Turn Lost Mode Off?

Here’s how to turn off Lost Mode:

OpenFind Myon your machine.

Drag the menu up to reveal more options.

TapTurn Off Lost Modeand confirm the decision.

FAQ

AirTagsconnect to iPhones using Bluetoothduring setup.

If it is marked as lost, you should see contact information for the owner.