How to Turn Off and Access Find My iPhone from Computer?

Losing your iPhone is stressful, but thanks to Apple's Find My iPhone, locating, locking, or even erasing your device is possible. But what if you do not have another iPhone or iPad to do so? Can you access Find My iPhone from computer? Whether you're on a Mac or Windows PC, Apple has a way to track your device! This guide will share everything from what Find My iPhone is to how to track iPhone from a computer, and more.

What is Find My iPhone? How Does It Work?

Knowing what Find My iPhone is important before using it. The Find My iPhone feature is a built-in Apple service that helps users locate, lock, or erase their stolen iOS devices. Once activated, the feature locates your iPhone's location using Wi-Fi, cellular data, and GPS.

This feature not only helps you find your phone but also protects your personal information. Even if someone tries to erase your lost or stolen iPhone, you have an Activation Lock that prevents access without your Apple ID and password. Importantly, Find My iPhone adds a security layer that protects data and helps you restore your device when needed.

Detailed Steps on How to Find My iPhone from Computer

If your iPhone is lost or somehow stolen, you can use the Find My iPhone feature to track it using your computer. And doing so comes in two main ways: either through the Find My app from your Mac or by signing in to iCloud on any web browser. See below how each method works to access Find My iPhone from a computer. (Quick fixes to troubleshoot Find My iPhone not working.)

1. Using the Find My app on Mac

If you're using a Mac, you can open the Find My app as it is already built in. Here's how to use it to locate your lost iPhone:

Step 1Open the "Find My" app from the "Applications" folder or using the "Spotlight" search. Then, click the "Devices" tab on the sidebar.

Step 2Sign in with your Apple ID account, and a list of your connected devices will appear.

Step 3Choose your iPhone from the list, and now you can see its location on the map.

Step 4From there, select "Play Sound" to ring it, "Mark as Lost" to lock it, or "Erase This Device" to erase all data.

2. Using iCloud on Any Browser

Even if you do not have a Mac computer, you can still access Find My iPhone from a computer on any browser using the iCloud website. See the steps below:

Step 1Sign into iCloud account on your browser.

Step 2Click the "All Devices" option above, and choose your missing iPhone. And the map will show your iPhone's location.

Step 3There, you can select Play Sound, Lost Mode, or Erase iPhone.

Turn Off Find My iPhone from Computer with/without Password

There may be times when you have to turn off Find My iPhone, such as in situations where you need to sell your device or repair it. And usually, you do this with an Apple ID account. But what if you have forgotten your password? One reliable option for this is using 4Easysoft iPhone Unlocker. This tool is perfect for anyone who is locked out of their iCloud account. Thanks to its advanced unlocking features, you can ensure a quick and secure process without sacrificing your data. Plus, it is not only efficient but also beginner-friendly, making sure that even non-experienced users can turn off Find My iPhone from a computer without a password.

Step 1Launch 4Easysoft iPhone Unlocked on your computer. From the main interface, choose the "Remove Apple ID" option. Connect your iOS device to the computer using a USB cable, then tap on "Trust" on iPhone if prompted.

Make sure the "Two-factor Authentication" on your iPhone is turned on (Settings, then Apple ID, and tap on Password & Security).

Step 2Once it gets detected, click the "Start" button to start removing Apple ID and turning off Find My iPhone. Input "0000" and then click the "Unlock" button to confirm the removal.

Step 3Wait until the process is completed. After that, Find My iPhone will be turned off successfully, even without entering a password.

How to Turn Off Find My iPhone with Password?

Suppose you remember your Apple ID credentials. Turning off Find My iPhone comes in very simple steps.

Step 1On your computer, search for the iCloud website, and sign in with your Apple ID. There, click "Find My iPhone".

Step 2Select "All Devices", and pick your device from the list.

Step 3Then, click the "Remove from Account" (Remove This Device) option to turn off Find My iPhone.

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