Do I Need To Download the Pebblebee App?

Updated by Nico Gutraich

When setting up your Pebblebee device, you might wonder: Do I need the Pebblebee app for my tracker to work?

The short answer is: No, the Pebblebee app is not required—but we highly recommend it.

How Pebblebee Devices Work

Pebblebee devices are designed to work directly with Apple Find My™ or Google's Find My Device™. To use your device for tracking, you’ll need to claim it to one of these networks. This ensures your item can be found using millions of devices already out in the world.

You don’t need the Pebblebee app to do this—just follow the network-specific setup instructions.

Need help claiming your device?

Check out these guides:

Why Download the Pebblebee App?

While your device will work with the native networks alone, the Pebblebee app offers extra features and updates that enhance your tracking experience

Without the Pebblebee App

With the Pebblebee App

Works with Apple Find My™ or Google Find My Device™

Same network compatibility

Network tracking features only

Network tracking + extra features

No firmware updates

Regular firmware updates

Our Recommendation

If you own a Pebblebee V2 device—like the Clip, Card, or Tag—we recommend downloading the app to keep your device updated and unlock its full potential.

Get the app today:


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