Can I put a tile tracker in my suitcase?

Tiles use non-rechargeable lithium batteries, similar to those used in wrist watches or key fobs. You can pack them in both check-in and carry-on luggage. They are not restricted by aviation or transportation authorities.



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Yes! There are no restrictions on placing GPS tracking devices in your luggage.

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AirTags and Tile Mate verdict While the trackers performed equally well in my lost luggage trial, I think the AirTags are the better product if you want to track your luggage; they provide more updates than the Tile Mate trackers, but you are going to need an iPhone to use them.

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In addition to placing an AirTag in checked luggage, consider placing an AirTag in your carry-on bag. For carry-on bags, you can turn on the Notify When Left Behind option to alert you if you're separated from your carry-on bag — such as leaving it in the lounge or on board the plane when disembarking.

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After your Apple AirTags are set up, you can use them to track your luggage. Make sure you have at least one AirTag per bag you want to track. In addition to placing an AirTag in checked luggage, consider placing an AirTag in your carry-on bag.

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The 6 Best Luggage Trackers For Stress-Free Travel
  • Best Luggage Tracker Overall: Tile Pro Bluetooth Tracker.
  • Best Smart Luggage Tag: LandAirSea 54 GPS Tracker.
  • Best Luggage Tracker For Android Users: Samsung Galaxy SmartTag.
  • Best Luggage Tracker For iOS Users: Apple AirTag.


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For travelers looking for a tracking device for wallets and passports, we recommend the Apple AirTag since there are tons of travel accessories made to hold the device and they are also slim enough to fit anywhere.

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You might not want to attach an Apple AirTag to the exterior of a checked bag -- someone might snatch it off. Hiding it in one of the bag's interior pockets, or attaching via an AirTag holder for luggage, ensures that a bag thief won't be able to locate and remove the tracker at first glance.

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Set separation alerts in case you leave an AirTag or item behind in Find My on iPad
  1. Tap Items at the bottom-left side of the screen, then tap the name of the item you want to set an alert for.
  2. Below Notifications, tap Notify When Left Behind.
  3. Turn on Notify When Left Behind.


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Frequency of travel: If you only travel once or twice a year, a luggage tracker may not be worth the investment. However, if you travel frequently, a luggage tracker can provide peace of mind and save you time and hassle if your luggage gets lost or stolen.

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