📍 How to Use Google Find My Device to Locate a Lost Android Phone

Open Settings on your Android phone.
Navigate to Security > Find My Device.
Ensure Find My Device is turned ON.
Alternatively, you can search for “Find My Device” in your Settings search bar. (Google Help, Androidcure, Seinxon)

Once signed in, you’ll see a map with your device’s last known location.
If the device is online and location services are active, its current location will be displayed. (addisgo.com)

Play Sound: Make your device ring at full volume for 5 minutes, even if it’s set to silent or vibrate.
Secure Device: Lock your device with your PIN, pattern, or password. You can also display a message or phone number on the lock screen to help someone return it to you.
Erase Device: Permanently delete all data on your device. Note that after erasing, Find My Device won’t work on the device. (Digital Citizen, Android, Google Help)

🌐 How to Share Real-Time Location Using Google Maps

Tap on Share location.
Choose the duration for which you want to share your location.
Select the people you want to share your location with from your contacts or generate a link to share via messaging apps. (Tom’s Guide, UMA Technology, Google Help)

If someone has shared their location with you, you can view it by:
Opening Google Maps.
Tapping on your profile picture.
Selecting Location sharing to see the list of people sharing their location with you. (Google Help, Techloy)

Pre-Setup Required: Features like Find My Device and Location Sharing must be set up before the device is lost.
Internet Connectivity: The lost device must be connected to the internet for real-time tracking.
Battery Status: If the device is turned off or the battery is dead, Find My Device will show its last known location.
Privacy and Legal Concerns: Tracking someone’s location without their consent is illegal and violates privacy laws. Always ensure you have the necessary permissions.

Would you like assistance with setting up these features on your device or have any other questions?