Do AirTags work for luggage?


Do AirTags work for luggage? 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.


Does AirTag need WIFI?

Do AirTags work without Wi-Fi? Yes. AirTags do not connect to Wi-Fi at all, instead using Bluetooth connection to establish location. You must use cellular data or Wifi to open and use the “Find My” app, however.


How effective are luggage trackers?

However, even a suitcase with GPS tracking cannot protect you against temporary loss during your flight, nor will the suitcase tracker ensure that you get your luggage back more quickly. For peace of mind, it's best to put a little trust in the statistics here.


How long do luggage trackers last?

How long do luggage trackers last? The only con is that most of these trackers expend their battery much quicker than a AirTag or SmartTag. While those luggage trackers can last months, a GPS tracker may only last a few days.


Where can I hide my AirTag in my luggage?

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.


What kind of tracker can I put in my luggage?

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.


Where is the best place to put an AirTag in luggage?

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.


Can I put a tracker in my luggage when flying?

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


Is tile or AirTag better for checked luggage?

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.