Can an unopened MacBook be tracked?

Unfortunately, there is very little that can be done to track down an unopened, packaged laptop. Since the laptop was never turned on, it is very likely that the laptop was never set up for any user, so no registration of the laptop and no apps installed for theft protection.

Can a stolen MacBook be locked?

Remotely lock your Mac with a passcode to help prevent unauthorized access. Tap Activate under Mark As Lost in the Find My app, or select Lock on iCloud.com. You can display a custom message with your phone number on your missing device’s Lock screen in case someone finds your Mac.

Can Apple track a brand new stolen MacBook?

Regarding the serial number, Apple does not track stolen property. It is not the job of Apple to track stolen property.

What happens if I bought a stolen MacBook?

If you buy a stolen MacBook and you were not aware that it was stolen, you will have to return it to the real owner, and you won’t be charged, but you would lose your money. If you knew that the MacBook was stolen and you still bought it, you would be considered an accessory to the crime.

What happens if I buy a stolen MacBook?

Can a MacBook Pro be blacklisted?

Blacklisting only applies to cellular devices. Macs as such cannot be blacklisted. There is no international database for stolen Apple products, so no possible way to know.

Can police track MacBook with serial number?

Unfortunately, despite there being some misleading information online, it is NOT possible to track your Mac using the serial number alone – your Mac MUST have ‘Find my Mac’ switched on, or you must be using an active tracking app.

What happens to stolen Macbooks?

Depending on what model of MacBook it is, the thief may be able to wipe it and re-use it, or it may be locked to your Apple ID if you had Find My Mac enabled. If you didn’t have FileVault enabled, then it’s trivial to access your data on the computer. , Former Apple Small Business Evangelist, and lifelong fan.

What happens if you use a stolen MacBook?

Depending on what model of MacBook it is, the thief may be able to wipe it and re-use it, or it may be locked to your Apple ID if you had Find My Mac enabled. If you didn’t have FileVault enabled, then it’s trivial to access your data on the computer. If it’s not linked to your account then you can’t track it yourself.

How do I report a stolen MacBook Pro to Apple?

My MacBook Pro computer was stolen and I want to give the serial numbers to Apple so it is black-listed. You can and should also report the serial numbers on websites such as Immobilise.com . From talking to the Cambridgeshire police Constabulary:

What to do if you lost your MacBook Pro?

Your best bet would be to “report your lost or stolen Mac to local law enforcement. They might request the serial number of your computer.” – Apple. There are databases for submitting lost device’s serial numbers, these alert buyers for example when a device is marked stolen.

Where was your MacBook Pro stolen in July 2020?

On 19th of July 2020 my macbook was stolen near Paris, France between 4 and 5 am. Please contact me or police if any information. MacBook Pro, 13″ space grey, stolen in Stockholm after being purchase the same day.

When was my MacBook Air md711ll stolen?

Macbook air 11″ bought January 2014 model MD711LL/A SERIAL: C02LP57JF5N7 stolen mid November 2019. Willing to pay finders fee.