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Your valuables

Information about looking after your valuables, mobile phone and luggage.

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How can I secure my valuables when out and about?

What can I do to protect my mobile phone?

What should I think about when travelling with luggage?

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How can I secure my valuables when out and about?

Tips for securing your valuables:

  • Mark your valuable items, this makes it harder for thieves to sell them and easier for police to return them if found
  • Make sure your possessions are in sight if you’re in a bar or a restaurant, don’t leave them unattended 
  • Do not display cash, expensive items or jewellery
  • Insure your belongings and keep your insurance details handy
  • Record your mobile phone, laptop, tablet, camera and other property on the Immobilise website
  • Install a tracker device on your phone, which can help you find it if it's stolen
  • If you have an app that gives you the location of your phone when switched on, make sure it is working and give a family member or trusted friend permission to track your device.

 

What can I do to protect my mobile phone?

Tips for looking after your mobile phone:

  • Keep it out of sight and don’t attract attention to it when not in use
  • Use the security lock
  • Keep a record of the 15 digit IMEI number
  • To find the IMEI number, dial *#06# on your mobile phone
  • Record your mobile details on the Immobilise website
  • Use a tracking app 
  • Give permission to a family member or trusted friend to track your phone
  • If lost or stolen, contact the police and service provider immediately.

 

What should I think about when travelling with luggage?

Here are some tips for travelling with luggage and keeping it safe:

  • Keep luggage in view and check on your bags regularly
  • Ensure bags placed on the floor are in front of you, so any movement of the bag will be noticed
  • Don't leave valuable items unattended
  • If you are going to sleep whilst travelling, put your valuable items away
  • Consider the use of tracking devices for your luggage
  • Bluetooth devices are available on the market as well as greater range trackers which use GPRS / mobile phone technology.

 

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