When you report a phone stolen, AT&T will suspend service on the device. If you have insurance, AT&T will contact the insurance company. If you don’t have insurance, AT&T will give you a prepaid card or a refund for the device.
For starters
When you report a phone stolen at&t, we will take appropriate measures to protect your information and security. We will also work with the police to investigate the theft and recover the phone if possible.
Can a Phone Be Used if Reported Stolen
If your phone is reported as stolen, the carrier cannot use it or unlock it. You can either use it or sell it. If the previous owner blacklisted the phone by reporting it as lost or stolen, the carrier will be unable to remove or unlock the blacklisted phone.
Can Att Block a Stolen Phone
If your phone is stolen, you may be able to suspend it so that it can’t be used. To do this, you need to:
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Login to your AT&T account online.
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Scroll down and click on Manage device & features.
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Select Suspend device.
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Select the reason for suspension from the pop-up window.
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If you want, you can also select to Suspend and block device from the AT&T network from this window.
What Happens After Your Phone Gets Stolen
If your phone is stolen, you should report it to your wireless carrier. They will then disable your account and stop any calls, texts, or data use. If you have insurance, you may be able to file a claim.
Can a Stolen Phone Be Unlocked and Used
If someone steals your phone, they won’t be able to use it without your passcode. Even if you sign in with your fingerprint or face ID, your phone is also protected with a passcode.
How Do You Tell if a Phone Is Reported Stolen
If you have checked all the above and Still think the phone may be stolen, you can take the following precautionary steps:
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Contact your local police department or the nearest embassy or consulate.
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Change your passwords for all of your online accounts, especially your email and banking accounts.
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Cancel any appointments you have for that day or that week.
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Lock your doors and windows and remove any tools or other objects that could be used to break in.
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Contact your wireless provider and change the security code on your phone.
How Much Is It to Suspend a Line on At&t
AT&T charges a fee to suspend your service. The fee is $10.
How Do I Deactivate My At&t Iphone
If you want to remove an AT&T iPhone from your iCloud account, you can do so by going to Settings on iCloud.com and reviewing your My Devices section. Next, you will need to find the iPhone you want to remove and click on it. Next, you will need to click on the Delete button next to the device. If you don’t see the Delete button, you can click on Remove Device (below the device’s serial or IMEI number).
Final thoughts
If you have insurance, AT&T will contact the insurance company. If you don’t have insurance, AT&T will give you a prepaid card or a refund for the device.
