Why use AirTag in luggage?

Apple AirTags can be placed in carry-on luggage to alert you if you left a bag behind or if someone takes your carry-on bag by accident (or on purpose). You need to go through a few steps before you can use Apple AirTags for luggage tracking. Let's show you how to set them up and use them when you travel.



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However, Apple AirTags have perhaps found the most unexpected success in tracking luggage, particularly after a few high-profile airline operational meltdowns. AirTags are a relatively cheap and easy way to keep tabs on your luggage, making them a helpful accessory for Apple-owning travelers.

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Apple's Airtags use a CR2032 battery, which has about 0.109 lithium content— so yes, you can put an AirTag in your checked luggage worry free.

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Pros: Fully encrypts location data end-to-end, which means only the tracker's owner can see an item's location. Allows you to enable location access on your device. Cons: Concerns about the potential for unwanted tracking or stalking using the AirTag.

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

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So what do airlines have against Apple AirTags? The main thing that airlines may dislike about AirTags is that the trackers can potentially do a better job at locating a lost bag, as proven by Dorothy's situation we mentioned above.

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In general, luggage trackers can be effective in helping you locate your bags. GPS trackers offer the most accurate and extensive tracking capabilities, providing real-time location updates worldwide.

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Lithium batteries can catch fire
While not all batteries are prohibited in checked luggage, lithium batteries are considered hazardous and should not be packed in checked bags. If a lithium battery overheats and catches fire inside the cargo hold, the fire can quickly spread and become difficult to control.

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WorldTracer is an international baggage location system used in 2,000 airports and by 360 companies. It enables airlines to locate lost baggage by tracing an electronic tag that is placed on your luggage when checked in.

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The Best Luggage Trackers, at a Glance
  • The Best Overall Luggage Tracker: Apple AirTag, $29.
  • The Best Budget Luggage Tracker: Tile Mate, $23.
  • The Best Luggage Tag for Android Users: Samsung SmartTag+, $60.
  • The Best Battery-Free Luggage Tag: Dynotag Luggage Tracker, $23.


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The FAA confirms that tracking devices are safe after Lufthansa banned and then unbanned them from checked luggage. German airline Lufthansa is not banning activated Apple AirTags from checked luggage.

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