Windows 10: stolen/lost laptop

Discus and support stolen/lost laptop in Windows Hello & Lockscreen to solve the problem; hello, i have lost my laptop. please, is there a way to lock it and not let anyone reset it. and if possible, display on the screen, a kind message and... Discussion in 'Windows Hello & Lockscreen' started by Sarkisvartanian1, Dec 1, 2019.

  1. SARKISVARTANIAN1
    Sarkisvartanian1 Win User

    stolen/lost laptop


    hello,
    i have lost my laptop. please, is there a way to lock it and not let anyone reset it. and if possible, display on the screen, a kind message and my number so if not stolen and found, they can contact me.

    my laptop is a windows 10

    :)
     
    Sarkisvartanian1, Dec 1, 2019
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  2. BILL SMITHERS
    Bill Smithers Win User

    Stolen laptop

    The Police are your best option for a stolen laptop.

    Due to privacy restrictions we have no access to your private details to be able to assist you here.

    Sign in to your Microsoft account

    Find My Phone or Device

    Lost your phone or think someone stole it? Left your device somewhere? See your phone or device on a map, or ring, lock and erase your phone.


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    Find and lock a lost Windows device


    If your desktop, laptop, tablet, or Surface is lost or stolen, use Find my device to locate and lock it remotely.

    To find the lost device, it must be running Windows 10 and be signed in to your Microsoft account. You can also use Find my phone to find, locate, lock, and even erase your Windows Phone.

    Notes

    • You must be signed in to the lost device with a Microsoft account for which you're the administrator. If you're using a work or school account, Find my device won't work.
    • To send its location, your device must be connected to the Internet, have enough battery power, and use GPS.

    Cheers.
     
    Bill Smithers, Dec 1, 2019
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  3. DAVEM121
    DaveM121 Win User
    stolen laptop

    Hi Kristin

    I am sorry this has happened to you . . .

    If you had the 'Find My PC' function turned on, visit the page below to see the steps to find your PC if the thieves have connected your laptop to the Internet since it was stolen . . .

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/11579/...
     
    DaveM121, Dec 1, 2019
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  4. SMITTYCHAT.
    Smittychat. Win User

    stolen/lost laptop

    stolen laptop

    Hello,

    Microsoft does not install tracking software on the device. The way tracking programs work - they "phone home", they send a signal out to the Internet and tell someone (like the tracking program provider) where they are. - Shawn 'Cmdr' Keene, MVP

    Wireless FAQ on Lost/Stolen device

    http://www.ctia.org/your-wireless-l...-protect-your-data/faq-on-lost-stolen-devices

    What can I do if my computer or laptop was lost or stolen?

    What can I do if my computer or laptop was stolen or lost?
     
    Smittychat., Dec 1, 2019
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