You can lock your device remotely using another computer or smartphone, ensuring that no unauthorized person can access your files or personal information.

Google officially rolled out its Find My Device network for Android last month—not to be confused with Apple's Find My network, of course. But the similar names are appropriate in this case ...

Just open the Find My app and tap the Devices tab to see everything linked to your account. Each device shows up on a map, so you can quickly spot where it is.

Find My network is an encrypted and anonymous network of Apple devices that help locate your device. Like location sharing, this setting is optional and not required for locating the device.

How to use Find My without an Apple device Apple hasn’t released a Find My app for Android or Windows, but iCloud.com might offer enough.

Google has updated the Find My Device app to show your family's devices, specifically your children's phones or tablets.

If you're curious about what the Find My Device network is, here's a rundown of everything you need to know about it.

Here's how to remove or rename devices in the Android Find My Device app so it doesn't get overly cluttered.

Find My Device can sometimes be vital for recovering lost or stolen items. But, there is potential abuse by stalkers on the line, and you may not trust Google's privacy practices. It's easy to ...