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Pair a Samsung Galaxy SmartTag in the SmartThings app, then enable the alert that matches what you need. On SmartTag2, Notify when left behind warns when you move away from the tag; Notify me when it’s found reports a later location update for a disconnected tag. These are different notifications, not two names for the same out-of-range alert.
What you need before setup
- A Samsung Galaxy SmartTag and a Galaxy phone or tablet with SmartThings installed.
- For left-behind notifications, location services must be enabled on the phone or tablet. Samsung’s guidance for the original Galaxy SmartTag specifies Android 12 or later for this feature; check support for your exact model and software combination because requirements and menus vary. Samsung’s Find notification guidance
Pair the SmartTag with SmartThings
- Activate the tag. Press its button to prepare it for pairing. Samsung’s pairing guide
- Open SmartThings and add the device. Follow the on-screen prompts for your tag. For the original SmartTag and SmartTag+, Samsung’s guided flow includes choosing setup preferences such as location and room. Samsung’s SmartTag and SmartTag+ guide
- Follow the model-specific setup flow. For SmartTag2, Samsung documents pairing through SmartThings, with manual setup or QR-code scanning available as setup methods. Choose the option shown for your device and app version. Samsung’s SmartTag2 pairing instructions
- Find the paired tag in SmartThings Find. Select it to use the finding and management options available for your model. Samsung’s earlier SmartTag guidance describes map, nearby search, navigation and ring options. Samsung’s SmartTag and SmartTag+ guide
SmartTag generations do not necessarily show identical screens or offer identical features. Use the prompts and support instructions for your exact tag rather than assuming every model uses the same menu path.
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Turn on an alert for leaving the tag behind
SmartTag2
- Open SmartThings.
- Go to Life → Find → More → Notify when left behind.
- Turn on the switch. Add a safe location, such as home, if you do not want an alert when you leave the tag there. Samsung’s SmartTag2 notification instructions
Samsung’s instructions also require location services to be enabled for the documented Find alert behavior. A safe location suppresses the departure notification there, so check your saved safe locations if an alert does not arrive where expected. Samsung’s Find notification guidance
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Other SmartTag models
Samsung documents a left-behind notification for the Galaxy SmartTag and specifies a Galaxy phone or tablet running Android 12 or later. The feature’s availability and setup path can differ by model, app version and region, so consult the instructions for your specific tag before looking for the SmartTag2 menu path. Samsung’s Find notification guidance
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- Find your things with ease: The SmartThings Find app uses Bluetooth and ultra-wideband (UWB) technology to locate and keep track of your stuff
- Water and Dust Resistant: IP67 rating offers protection against dust and water immersion between 15 cm and 1 meter for up to 30 minutes
- Compatible with Galaxy Devices Only
Choose the right notification
| SmartThings option | What it tells you | When to use it |
|---|---|---|
| Notify when left behind | An alert that you have moved away from the item. | When you want a departure warning. Safe locations can suppress the alert there. Samsung’s SmartTag2 notification instructions |
| Notify me when it’s found | A notification when the tag’s location is updated, even when the tag and phone are not connected. | When a lost, disconnected tag gets a later location update; it is not an immediate warning that you left the tag behind. Samsung’s SmartTag2 notification instructions Samsung’s SmartTag2 pairing instructions |
For SmartTag2, the path to the second option is Life → Find → More → Notify me when it’s found. Samsung’s SmartTag2 notification instructions
If pairing or alerts do not work
The tag does not appear during pairing
- Move the tag within Bluetooth range of the phone or tablet, then search again. Samsung’s pairing guide
- If it still does not appear, Samsung’s Ireland guide advises resetting the tag before searching again. Follow the instructions for your model; do not use the original SmartTag reset procedure for SmartTag2 unless its own instructions say to. Samsung’s pairing guide
A left-behind alert does not arrive
- Confirm that phone or tablet location services are on. Samsung’s Find notification guidance
- Check that Notify when left behind is enabled for the tag and that the place where you expect an alert is not saved as a safe location. Samsung’s SmartTag2 notification instructions
- Verify that the feature is supported for your model and phone or tablet. Samsung’s published instructions cover specific models and regions; they do not establish one universal troubleshooting procedure for every device and app release.
Battery or reset instructions differ by generation
Samsung’s guidance for the original SmartTag family identifies a CR2032 battery and explains how to remove and reinsert it when resetting that model. Do not assume the same battery or service steps apply to SmartTag2; check that model’s instructions. Samsung’s SmartTag and SmartTag+ guide
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Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2, Bluetooth Tracker, Smart Tag Tracking Device, Item Finder for Keys, Wallet, Luggage, Pets, Use w/ Phones and Tablets Android 11 or Later, 2023, 1 Pack, White
- REDESIGNED TO DO MORE: The redesigned Galaxy SmartTag2 is made so you can keep calm and keep track¹; Its design makes it easy for you to tag and carry your belongings
- EASY TO USE: It's IP67-rated water- and dust-resistant², activates your compatible IoT devices³ and stays powered for up to 500 days⁴ or even up to 40% more on Power Saving Mode⁵
- RELAX, YOU'VE GOT IT TAGGED: Simply register a new Galaxy SmartTag2 and get started right away with SmartThings Find; With its intuitive tracking experience, you now have a way to keep track of things you love right in the palm of your hand¹
- SEARCH NEAR WHEN IT'S NOT FAR: Lose something? Switch on Search Nearby⁶ and get instructions to your item's location via Compass View⁷; If you still don't see it, just ring your Galaxy SmartTag2 to have it send out an audible signal
- TAGGED & TRENDY: Cover your Galaxy SmartTag2 with a colorful Silicone Case for protection and a smooth touch – or a Rugged Case with a non-slip pattern on the side and additional bumper on the bottom⁸; Both have a carabiner ring attachment
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Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2, Bluetooth Tracker, Smart Tag GPS Locator Tracking Device, Item Finder for Keys, Wallet, Luggage, Pets, Use w/ Phones and Tablets Android 11 or Later, 2023, 1 Pack, Black
- REDESIGNED TO DO MORE: The redesigned Galaxy SmartTag2 is made so you can keep calm and keep track; Its design makes it easy for you to tag and carry your belongings
- EASY TO USE: It's IP67-rated water- and dust-resistant, activates your compatible IoT devices and stays powered for up to 500 days or even up to 40% more on Non-Power Saving Mode
- RELAX, YOU'VE GOT IT TAGGED: Simply register a new Galaxy SmartTag2 and get started right away with SmartThings Find; With its intuitive tracking experience, you now have a way to keep track of things you love right in the palm of your hand
- SEARCH NEAR WHEN IT'S NOT FAR: Lose something. Switch on Search Nearby and get guided instructions to your item's location via Compass View; If you still don't see it, just ring your Galaxy SmartTag2 to have it send out an audible signal
- Type of battery needed: replaceable CR2032 1 ea Lithium battery (not included)
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Samsung SmartTag2 (2023) Bluetooth + UWB, IP67 Water and Dust Resistant, Findable via App, 1.5 Year Battery Life - Black (International Version)
- Find your things with ease: The SmartThings Find app uses Bluetooth and ultra-wideband (UWB) technology to locate and keep track of your stuff
- Water and Dust Resistant: IP67 rating offers protection against dust and water immersion between 15 cm and 1 meter for up to 30 minutes
- Compatible with Galaxy Devices Only.
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Samsung Galaxy SmartTag2, Bluetooth Tracker, Locator Tracking Device, Item Finder for Keys, Wallet, Luggage, Use w/Phones Tablets Android 11 or Later, 2023, 4 Pack, 2 Black, 2 White
- REDESIGNED TO DO MORE: The redesigned Galaxy SmartTag2 is made so you can keep calm and keep track¹; Its design makes it easy for you to tag and carry your belongings
- EASY TO USE: It's IP67-rated water- and dust-resistant², activates your compatible IoT devices³ and stays powered for up to 500 days⁴ or even up to 40% more on Power Saving Mode⁵
- RELAX, YOU'VE GOT IT TAGGED: Simply register a new Galaxy SmartTag2 and get started right away with SmartThings Find; With its intuitive tracking experience, you now have a way to keep track of things you love right in the palm of your hand¹
- SEARCH NEAR WHEN IT'S NOT FAR: Lose something? Switch on Search Nearby⁶ and get instructions to your item's location via Compass View⁷; If you still don't see it, just ring your Galaxy SmartTag2 to have it send out an audible signal
- TAGGED & TRENDY: Cover your Galaxy SmartTag2 with a colorful Silicone Case for protection and a smooth touch – or a Rugged Case with a non-slip pattern on the side and additional bumper on the bottom⁸; Both have a carabiner ring attachment
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