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Theft Protection: Protect Your Data

Keep your device secure from theft so you can protect what matters most on your PC.

Sponsored by Absolute

Keep your device secure from theft so you can protect what matters most on your PC.

Sponsored by Absolute

1. Why Theft Protection Matters

Laptops and mobile devices are vulnerable to theft, and losing your device means risking sensitive data exposure and costly replacements.

Tip: Protecting your device physically and digitally is essential to safeguarding your business and personal information.

Did you know? Absolute’s Persistence technology provides firmware-level device tracking—even if the hard drive is wiped or reformatted—giving you control and peace of mind.
2. Simple Steps to Prevent Device Theft

Start with these best practices to reduce theft risk:

• Never leave your device unattended in public places
• Use physical locks and secure storage
• Enable strong device passwords and encryption

Pro tip: Absolute’s Theft Protection service offers remote freeze, device tracking, and data deletion to keep your information safe even if your PC is stolen.
3. Enable Tracking & Recovery

Absolute embeds persistent software into your device firmware, allowing you to:

• Track lost or stolen devices globally
• Remotely lock or delete sensitive data
• Receive tamper alerts if someone tries to disable protection

Benefit: This firmware-based protection can remain active even if the device is reset, offering tools for recovery and remote management.
4. Responding to Theft Quickly and Effectively

If your device goes missing, acting fast can minimize damage:

• Report the theft to your local authorities
• Use Absolute’s portal to report the theft and secure the device
• Absolute's investigation team will coordinate with law enforcement to recover and return your device

Support: Absolute’s Theft Protection comes with dedicated recovery assistance and support to maximize chances of device return.

Learn how to safeguard your data remotely.