How to Set Up Google Pixel Tag with Find Hub

Google’s first official item tracker, the Pixel Tag, is now available. It works with the Find Hub network of more than one billion Android devices so you can locate keys, wallets, or luggage even when they leave Bluetooth range.

The tag measures 28 × 46.1 × 5.4 mm, weighs 11.8 g, carries an IP67 rating, and runs for over a year on a user-replaceable CR2032 battery. Setup takes a couple of minutes on any Android 9 or newer phone.

What you need before you start

You need an Android phone running Android 9 or later, the Find Hub app, Bluetooth turned on, and a Google account. Ultra-wideband (UWB) precision finding works on supported Pixel and other Android phones that include the hardware. The tag itself pairs via Fast Pair.

Pull the battery tab to power the tag on. A short chime confirms it is active.

Pair the Pixel Tag

1. Bring the powered-on tag close to your unlocked Android phone.
2. Accept the Fast Pair prompt that appears.
3. Review the responsible-use notice and accept the terms.
4. Choose a category (keys, wallet, bag, luggage, etc.) or type a custom name.
5. Confirm the tag appears in the Find Hub app.

The whole process usually finishes in under three minutes. After pairing you can edit the name, category, volume, or left-behind alerts from the tag’s settings page.

Use Find Hub to locate the tag

Open Find Hub and select the tag. When it is nearby you can:

• Play a sound (adjustable volume levels).
• See distance via Bluetooth Channel Sounding.
• Get directional arrows and distance via UWB on supported phones once you are close.

If the tag is farther away, Find Hub shows the last reported location from the crowdsourced Android network. Mark the item as lost to share contact details with the person who finds it. The tag automatically returns to “found” status when it reconnects to your phone.

Double-press the physical button on the tag to ring your phone even if it is on silent. A single press stops the sound.

Share the tag with others

You can share one tag with up to 10 people:

1. Open the tag in Find Hub.
2. Tap Share device.
3. Send the invitation through any messaging app.
4. The recipient accepts on their Android device (they may need to install Find Hub).
5. Confirm the share on your side.

A short delay can occur before the shared location becomes visible. Shared users also receive a 4-digit PIN for extra security.

Tips for reliable tracking

• Keep Location and Bluetooth enabled on your phone.
• Enable left-behind alerts so you get a notification when you walk away from the tag.
• Replace the CR2032 battery when the app warns you; no tools are required.
• For best UWB performance, confirm your phone model supports it and that UWB is turned on in Settings.
• Attach the tag with a third-party case or keyring if you need a secure mount; the tag itself has no built-in attachment point.

You can also ask Gemini to ring the tag from compatible Pixel Buds or the Gemini app.

Conclusion

Pixel Tag gives Android users a first-party option that matches the price of competing trackers while adding a reverse-find button, replaceable battery, and native Find Hub integration. Pairing is straightforward, and the combination of local UWB/Channel Sounding plus the global Android network covers both nearby and distant searches.

If you already use Pixel devices for other security features, the tag fits naturally into the same ecosystem. For more Pixel tips, see our guide on Android 17 app lock on Pixel.

Sources

• Google blog: Pixel Tag announcement
• November Pixel Drop: blog.google
• Google Store product page for dimensions, battery, and compatibility
• Find Hub support documentation for sharing and precision finding