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author: paolomatarazzo
ms.author: paoloma
ms.date: 12/11/2024
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## Find my device

When location services and *Find my device* settings are turned on, basic system services like time zone and Find my device are allowed to use the device's location. Find my device can be used to help recover lost or stolen Windows devices, reducing the security threats that rely on physical access.

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- [How to set up, find, and lock a lost Windows device using a Microsoft account](https://support.microsoft.com/topic/890bf25e-b8ba-d3fe-8253-e98a12f26316)