You've lost your AirPods and just can't find them again? You're wondering if you can find them again, even though the AirPods may no longer have a battery? Don't worry: here we'll show you exactly what you can do now can do. In the best case scenario, you will soon have your AirPods back in your hands. At the end of the article we answer frequently asked questions.
Find AirPods again with the “Find My” app
As a first step, it is of course recommended to think about when and where you last saw or used your AirPods. Maybe that will give you the crucial clue.
If not, you can use the “Where is” function from
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On your iPhone, open “Where is?”
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Select your AirPods under “Devices”. If your AirPods are not in the charging case, you may only need to select the left or right AirPod. By the way: For the AirPods Pro 2 and newer models, you can also choose the charging case.
- Now find your AirPods on the map.
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Your AirPods are not nearby? Then tap “Calculate route”. Here's how to view their location in Maps.
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Your AirPods are nearby? Then tap “Play sound” and make sure you can hear the beeps from your AirPods.
- Depending on your AirPods and iPhone, you may also be able to select the Find Nearby option. If so, tap it and wait for the AirPods to connect to your iPhone. Then follow the instructions.
Please note: Sometimes it takes a while for the iPhone to connect to the AirPods. It may also take some time for the sound to play or to find the device nearby.
Can you locate AirPods when they are off/offline?
If the AirPods run out of battery or are out of range, “No location found” may appear. As a rule, you can now see your last known location and directions.
If the AirPods are offline, you cannot play sound or use the “Find Nearby” function.
Once the AirPods are back online, you will receive a notification on your iPhone or
When should you mark AirPods as “lost” and what happens if you mark AirPods as lost?
If you couldn't find your AirPods despite all your attempts, you can mark them as lost. Select your AirPods under “Where is”, swipe up slightly, then select “Mark as lost” and tap “Activate”.
Now follow the further instructions on the screen. These allow you to display your contact information to a person who might accidentally find your AirPods. Now tap “Activate” here too.
What can I do if I only lost one AirPod?
If you have only lost a single AirPod, we can help you.Unfortunately, the manufacturer does not sell individual replacement parts, such as only a right or only a left AirPod.
However, you can also purchase individual original AirPods in our online shop. This is significantly cheaper than having to buy a complete set of AirPods even though you only lost a single AirPod.
So that you can listen to music or take part in video conferences in the usual quality, we recommend that you do not get an inferior replacement. We purchase entire original sets of
By purchasing just individual spare parts, you are also acting sustainably. If you only replace the part of your set that can no longer be found or is defective, this will save a lot of resources and avoid waste. All parts that are still available to you do not have to be disposed of, but continue to do their job.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find my AirPods?
To find your AirPods, use the Find My app from
Find AirPods even though they are off: How does it work?
It's important to note that the Find My? feature only works for the AirPods if they were previously connected to one of your iOS devices that is linked to the same
Find AirPods again with Android smartphone?
If you don't have an iPhone or
Are the AirPods located or the case?
For the AirPods Pro 2 and newer AirPods models, you can also select the charging case for location. However, this is not possible with the older models.
How does the “Find My” app work?
The "Find My?" feature of
Can you locate AirPods when they are not connected?
You can locate the AirPods even if they are not connected to the device. However, this way you can only view the last location where the AirPods were still connected.
When can you no longer locate AirPods?
If they are out of range or the battery is empty (i.e. if they are no longer connected), you can no longer locate them. In this case, you can only display the last location where you were still connected.