Bring the AirTag close to your iPhone or iPad with Bluetooth on
Make sure your device is signed in to iCloud with Apple ID
Open the AirTag packaging and remove the battery tab if present
Press the AirTag battery cover down and rotate it counterclockwise to open it
Remove the battery tab or pull the plastic strip out if the AirTag has one
Reinsert the battery if needed until you hear a sound
Close the AirTag by aligning the cover and rotating it clockwise
Hold the AirTag near your iPhone until the setup animation appears
Tap Connect
Choose a name for the AirTag
Register it to your Apple ID
Tap Done
If the setup screen does not appear, open the Find My app
Tap Items
Tap Add Item
Tap Add AirTag
Follow the on-screen steps