How to Fix It When Find My iPhone Isn't Working

That situation gets worse if Find My isn’t working.

These fixes apply when your unit is on hand and you’re able to change prefs.

Check your Apple ID/Apple Account.

you’re able to’t use Find My with an Apple account different from the rig you’re locating.

This account is the one you oughta sign in to iCloud with to find your phone.

see to it Find My is on.

Set the switches next to bothFind My iPhoneandFind My networkto on.

You have to opt into sharing your location with Apple for Find My to work.

Check your data pipe status.

Along with power, an iPhone also needs an internet or Bluetooth connection to send its location.

Set the iPhone’s clock.

An incorrect time or date can interfere with your phone’s communication.

Features like Find My may not work if the phone’s operating system is out of date.

OpenSettings>General>Software Updateto see if a new version of iOS is available.

A failure in Find My could just be a temporary issue that a restart will solve.

Hold the same button until the phone restarts.

First, confirm you’re signed in to the right Apple Account.

You should contact your carrier first.

To see them, use the iCloud website or the Find My app.

The easiest way is with the iCloud website.

Once you’re in, scroll down and selectFind Myto see where your iPhone is.