Removing a device from your SmartThings ecosystem can help you manage your connected home more effectively, especially when a device is no longer in use or needs to be re-added. This guide specifically focuses on removing devices that are integrated with the SmartThings Find service, often linked to Samsung's Find My Mobile platform.
Step-by-Step Guide to Removing Devices via SmartThings Find
To remove a device that is tracked and managed through the SmartThings Find feature, typically applicable to compatible Samsung devices such as smartphones, tablets, smartwatches, and earbuds, follow these precise steps:
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Open SmartThings and Access SmartThings Find:
- Launch the SmartThings app on your mobile device.
- Navigate to and select the "SmartThings Find" section. This area is dedicated to locating and managing your personal Samsung devices.
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Select the Device and Proceed to Find My Mobile:
- Within the SmartThings Find interface, select the specific device you wish to remove or delete from your account.
- After selecting the device, you will use the provided link or prompt to go to the "Find My Mobile" site. This is an external Samsung service where the device's management, including deletion, is handled.
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Delete the Device from Find My Mobile:
- Once on the Find My Mobile website, locate and select the "More" button. This button is typically found in the top right corner of the interface.
- From the options that appear, choose to delete the device. You may be asked to confirm your action to finalize the removal.
| Step | Action | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Access SmartThings Find | Open the SmartThings app and select "SmartThings Find". |
| 2 | Select Device & Redirect | Select the device to delete, then use the link to go to the "Find My Mobile" site. |
| 3 | Execute Deletion | On the "Find My Mobile" site, select the "More" button (top right) and choose to delete the device. |
This process ensures that the device is not only untracked by SmartThings Find but also effectively removed from its association with your Samsung account via the Find My Mobile service. This method is crucial for managing devices that rely on this specific Samsung integration for tracking and security.
