iPhone lost - what to do?

If your iPhone is lost or stolen, the excitement and fright are great. Keep calm: We'll tell you what to do as soon as possible.

Get started if iPhone is lost

To prevent a stranger from using your iPhone, you should take the following steps immediately. If you have not set up a lock code, your personal data and your wallet will be endangered every minute.

1. Locating: If you have activated the "Find my iPhone" function, you can subsequently lock the device with a code, delete it or have a message displayed if you are connected to the Internet. You can read how this works in this practical tip.
2. Block card: Have your SIM card blocked immediately. To do this, you have to call the service hotline of your mobile service provider. After entering your personal data, your SIM card will be blocked immediately and can no longer be used for the time being.
3. Passwords: Change all passwords for accounts you use on your iPhone. In particular, the password for the email account and the Apple ID should be changed.
4. Police: You should now report the loss to the police. This is not only relevant for insurance, but also for any location by the mobile operator.
5. Locating: In certain cases, the network operator can locate your iPhone. To do this, you will definitely need the police certificate of loss.
6. Lost property office: An honest finder may have left your iPhone in the lost property office. You should definitely visit this more than once.