Stick the tag on your item, scan the code, and you'll land on WhatsApp ready to activate it. Here's exactly what to do:

1. 1Stick the tag on your phone, keys, bag, or anything else you don't want to lose.
2. 2Open your phone's camera and point it at the QR code on the tag.
3. 3A link will pop up on your screen — tap it to open the page.
4. 4Tick the box to agree to our terms and privacy policy.
5. 5Tap the "Link on WhatsApp" button — this opens WhatsApp with a message already typed out for you.
6. 6Hit send. Our WhatsApp assistant can take a few seconds to reply, so wait for its message before moving to the next step.

Last step — tell FindMe what you're protecting and your tag is fully active. Here's how:

1. 1FindMe will ask what item you're linking, right inside the WhatsApp chat.
2. 2Reply with a simple name, like "My iPhone 14 Pro" or "My house keys."
3. 3You'll get a message confirming the item is now linked and protected.
4. 4That's it — no further setup needed. Your tag is ready to go.

Whoever picks it up scans the tag and sees a simple page asking if they'd like to help return it. Here's what happens on their end:

1. 1They scan the QR code on the tag with their phone's camera — no app needed on their side either.
2. 2A page opens letting them know someone is looking for this item.
3. 3They see the item's name, but never your phone number or any personal details.
4. 4They tick a box to agree to the terms, then tap one button to reach you.

You and the finder get connected to arrange the return — without either of you seeing the other's real number. Here's how it plays out:

1. 1You get a WhatsApp message letting you know your item has been found — wait a few seconds for it to arrive.
2. 2The finder sends their first message, and you can reply right there in the same chat.
3. 3Agree on a time and place to meet, or how they can send it back to you.
4. 4Your real phone numbers stay hidden from each other the entire time.