12 smart ways to use AirTags

While Apple's AirTags (and other trackers) are most commonly found on keychains, these miniature Bluetooth trackers are powerful tools for safety, security, and smart living. In fact, there are plenty of creative uses for these handy gadgets that you may not have thought of!

 

Advanced safety and security

 

While AirTags are incredibly convenient to use at home, they also offer significant value in enhancing personal safety and peace of mind.

Track your child's movements

If you're taking your child to a crowded event, shopping mall, amusement park, or tourist attraction, consider placing AirTags in their backpack or zipped bag in case they get lost. While it's not a replacement for monitoring, it will provide an extra layer of security and peace of mind.

Pet Protection

There are a number of different ways to attach AirTags to your pet's collar. It's important to note that while AirTags won't track your pet in real time, they will provide location information whenever someone with an Apple device is nearby. Additionally, if someone finds your pet, they can scan the AirTags to display your contact information.

Never forget your medicine

 

If you or a loved one has a chronic illness, you don't want to forget important medications. Just slip AirTags into your pillbox or medical bag and they'll always be easy to find—especially in an emergency or on the go.

Track relatives

If a loved one has a condition like Alzheimer's or dementia, placing AirTags in their wallet or purse can provide peace of mind by letting you know where they are if they become disoriented or lost. However, it's important to get their consent before using AirTags to track a person, and this solution should only be used to protect those you care for.

Keep one in your purse/travel bag or backpack

There are many things that can happen when you travel, no matter how far or near. Keep an AirTag in a pocket or discreet compartment of your purse/travel bag/backpack as a backup. Consider using a wallet to hold your AirTags for a more comfortable fit.

If your precious belongings are left behind or stolen, you'll have a better idea of their last location - or be able to find them if they haven't strayed too far.

 

Practical applications

In addition to safety, AirTags also offer simple solutions to many common inconveniences.

Track your shipment

If you're sending a valuable item, sensitive document, or something irreplaceable to a friend or family member, consider including an AirTag in the package (and they can return it to you later). That way, you can track its journey to make sure it gets there, especially when shipping internationally or sending gifts back and forth during the holidays.

Keep track of your child's toys

Kids often lose their favorite toys, some of which have great sentimental value. Insert AirTags into stuffed animals, or hide them in toys or toy bags, to avoid future tantrums when searching for them.

Travel luggage tracking

Lost luggage is a nightmare when flying. By putting AirTags in your suitcase, you can track its location and determine whether it's boarded the plane or been diverted along the way. Starting with iOS 18.2, airlines can also temporarily locate AirTags for you.

 

Drone tracking

Drones are expensive technology, but they often lose connection and get lost in flight. By attaching AirTags to a lightweight case, you have a better chance of finding them after landing. Or consider a third-party mounting solution, like the Elevation Lab AirTags Mount.

Anti-theft device for vehicles

While AirTags aren't designed to be used as dedicated vehicle tracking devices, you can discreetly place one in your car, motorcycle, or bicycle in case it's stolen. This can help authorities locate your vehicle as soon as you report it missing.

Track the instrument

Musical instruments can be expensive, and perhaps more importantly, they often carry great sentimental value. Hide AirTags inside your instrument case—or better yet, inside the instrument itself (such as the battery compartment, sound hole, or electronics compartment) so you can keep track of it as you travel or perform.

Never lose your remote again

TV remotes are notorious for disappearing from sight. If you have a spare AirTag, attach it to your remote with Velcro. You can then find it using the Find My app, saving hours of frustration.