How to change your AirTag battery: Replace easily with just a few steps

Cody Godwin, USA TODAY
·2 min read

Apple AirTags are nifty little devices that help you track or find items like luggage, keys, backpacks and more.

The small, circular devices use Bluetooth and work with iPhones on the Find My network. The AirTag emits a signal that is detectable by any Apple device nearby. That signal is then shared to help you locate what you’re looking for. Apple says the entire process is “anonymous and encrypted to protect your privacy.”

When you buy AirTags, they are immediately ready to use (and ready to pair with your Apple ID), but they will eventually need a new battery.

Watch this video to see how to replace the battery in an AirTag.

How to replace AirTag battery

AirTags are not rechargeable, so the battery needs to be replaced when it gets low or dies. A notification will appear on your phone when it's time. A low battery notice will also show up in the Find My App.

To replace an AirTag battery:

  1. Firmly press on the silver backplate and rotate it counterclockwise.

  2. The silver piece will come off, revealing the battery inside.

  3. Replace with a new CR2032 lithium 3V coin battery.

  4. Replace the silver cover and twist it to close.

  5. The device will emit a sound, indicating it’s ready to use.

How to reset an AirTag

If you bought an AirTag secondhand or are borrowing one from a friend or family member, you need to reset it to allow you to pair it to your device. The battery plays a crucial role in this process!

To reset an Apple AirTag:

  1. Remove the back cover and battery.

  2. Put the battery back in and press until you hear a sound.

  3. Repeat this process four more times.

  4. A different sound will play on the fifth time.

  5. Put the back cover on and twist it to close.

  6. Connect the AirTag to your device by bringing it near your phone and following the on-screen instructions.

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This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: AirTag battery replacement made easy: Follow these simple steps