What to do if your phone is lost or stolen: practical steps to restore peace of mind

beSpacific 2025-04-24

The Guardian – “From remotely locking your phone to changing passwords, do this quickly to protect yourself and restore peace of mind: “Smartphones contain the entirety of our modern lives, from photos, messages and memories to credit cards, bank accounts and all life admin, so when one gets lost or stolen it can be far worse than the cost of the actual handset. Here’s what to do if the worst happens. Quickly taking these steps will help protect yourself against data theft, scams and fraud, and with luck could even lead to you being reunited with your phone.”