New Delhi, Dec. 24 -- Smartphones are deeply integrated into everyday digital activity, serving as communication tools, identity anchors, and access points to financial and enterprise systems. When a device is lost or stolen, recovery depends on more than just GPS-based location services.

This is where IMEI tracking continues to play a role.

The International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) is a globally recognised, device-specific identifier assigned to every mobile handset. Unlike SIM numbers or app accounts, the IMEI remains constant throughout the device's lifecycle. Telecom networks use this identifier to authenticate devices, manage access, and enforce blocks on lost or stolen hardware.

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