How to Check SmartTag 2 Location Using the SmartThings App?

Learn how to track your Samsung SmartTag 2 using the SmartThings app, including ringing the tag, checking location history, using AR search, and enabling notifications for lost items.

You can easily check the location of your Samsung SmartTag 2 using the SmartThings app on your mobile device. Whether you need to ring the tag, view its location history, or use AR features to locate it, the app provides multiple options to help you find your item quickly.

1. How to Ring Your SmartTag 2

You can trigger a notification sound on your SmartTag 2 to locate it nearby.

1. Open the SmartThings app on your mobile device.
2. Tap Life → Find.
3. Tap Ring.

The SmartTag 2 will emit a notification sound. To adjust the volume, tap the Volume icon. To stop the sound, tap Stop or press the product's button once.

2. How to View Location History

You can check the last recorded location of your SmartTag 2 for up to 7 days.

1. Open the SmartThings app on your mobile device.
2. Tap Life → Find → Location history.

To delete the entire location history, tap the menu icon (3 dots) → Delete history.

3. How to Search Nearby Using Signal Strength

You can detect your SmartTag 2 by its signal strength.

1. Open the SmartThings app on your mobile device.
2. Tap Life → Find → More → Search nearby.

The signal strength will be displayed on the screen. The closer you are to the tag, the stronger the signal. Tap the Sound icon to ring the tag. To mute, tap the Mute icon or press the tag's button once.

4. How to Use AR Features to Locate Your SmartTag 2

You can use augmented reality (AR) to find your SmartTag 2 nearby.

1. Open the SmartThings app on your mobile device.
2. Tap Life → Find → More → Search nearby → Camera Icon.
3. Scan the nearby area.

If the tag is nearby, an AR effect will appear at its location. Tap the Sound icon to ring the tag. Note: This feature requires UWB support on your mobile device.

5. How to Share Location Access with Others

You can invite other users to share the location and control of your SmartTag 2.

1. Open the SmartThings app on your mobile device.
2. Tap Life → Find → More → Share this device's location.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to invite users.

Once the invitation is complete, other users can help locate the tag on their devices.

6. How to Get Navigation Guidance to Your SmartTag 2

If your SmartTag 2 is lost or far away, you can get directions to its location.

1. Open the SmartThings app on your mobile device.
2. Tap Life → Find → More → Navigate.

Directions will start, guiding you to the tag's location. If a supported navigation app isn't installed, you'll see a list of options to install one.

7. How to Enable Notifications for Lost Items

You can receive notifications when your SmartTag 2's location is updated, even if it's out of range.

1. Open the SmartThings app on your mobile device.
2. Tap Life → Find → More → Notify me when it's found.

This feature works when the tag and your device are not connected.

8. How to Enable "Left Behind" Notifications

You can receive alerts if you leave your SmartTag 2 behind.

1. Open the SmartThings app on your mobile device.
2. Tap Life → Find → More → Notify when left behind.
3. Tap the switch to enable the feature.

You can add safe locations (e.g., your home) to avoid unnecessary notifications.

Supported Samsung Devices: Galaxy S24, Galaxy S25, Galaxy S26, Galaxy Z Fold, Galaxy Z Flip, Galaxy A series.

Related Samsung support topics:

- How to pair a SmartTag 2 with the SmartThings app

- How to reset a SmartTag 2

- How to troubleshoot SmartTag 2 connectivity issues