Thanks to modern technology, it is easier than ever to access tracking devices. For some people, these devices can be extremely useful, especially when it comes to being vigilant regarding their child’s whereabouts. However, some people will use these devices for ill intent. We are asked all the time, “How can I tell if someone is tracking me with an AirTag, Tile, or other tracking device?”
Advanced Investigations, LLC, can help you better understand the warning signs of AirTags and other tracking devices to protect yourself and your family.
Common Tracking Devices to Be Aware Of
There are several kinds of tracking devices widely available on the market today. While many are designed for legitimate purposes, they can also be used improperly or even illegally. The most common devices that are used for illegal surveillance and tracking include:
- Tile trackers. These devices allow users to locate items they have lost or misplaced through Bluetooth technology. While compared to GPS trackers, their range can be limited, they can be used for illegal tracking and surveillance when placed in your personal belongings.
- Apple AirTags. These devices were designed to help individuals find items they had lost and can be attached easily to a set of keys, a purse, or other types of personal items. A 2024 study of AirTags on vulnerable populations showed a 346.6% increase in AirTag usage on abusers monitoring former victims.
- GPS trackers. These devices offer users the ability to have the real-time location of an item or person. Typically, they are used for legal reasons, such as monitoring children or tracking a vehicle. Around 1 in 10 people have had their own personal GPS device hacked or tracked in the U.S. in 2025.
Signs You Are Being Tracked
Here are some of the most common signs you are being tracked by an illegally placed device:
- Your phone begins acting strangely, overheating, or experiencing rapid battery drain.
- You find an unfamiliar object, such as a USB, small tag, or other electronic device, in your car or bag.
- You suspect that your location history is compromised.
- You are hearing noises or unfamiliar sounds coming from your car, bag, or other personal items.
- You start receiving unexpected alerts regarding an unknown AirTag or other kind of device.
About Advanced Investigations, LLC
For decades, Advanced Investigations, LLC, has been a trusted authority in identifying and stopping illegal surveillance across Connecticut. Our team is committed to protecting your privacy and personal safety.
We understand how unsettling it can be to feel monitored. That’s why we act with urgency with every case we investigate. Our goal is to restore your peace of mind and protect what matters most.
Hire a Debugging Investigator Today
If you are concerned that someone is tracking you using some kind of digital device, don’t doubt yourself. Trust your gut and hire a debugging investigator as soon as possible. Whether you fear stalking, trafficking, or harassment, Advanced Investigations, LLC, is here to help.
Contact us today, and let us help keep you safe.
