Frequently asked questions

Straight answers about setup, scanning, the finder page, orders, privacy, and support.

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Owner setup and account

How do I activate my PetDentify tag?

Download the PetDentify owner app, sign in, create the pet profile with a name and photo, confirm your phone number, then use Write to tag. Tap-test the tag before attaching it.

Does the pet owner need an app and account?

Yes. Owners use the PetDentify app and an account to activate the tag, manage the pet profile and Safety Circle contacts, and save updates. Download for iPhone or download for Android.

How do I test the tag?

Tap the tag, open the NFC notification, and confirm the dynamic finder page shows the correct pet name and photo, the Call owner action, and any enabled Safety Circle contacts.

How do I delete my account?

In the PetDentify app, open Settings, choose Delete account, and confirm. See the account deletion page for details and a support fallback.

Finder page

What happens when someone finds my pet?

The finder taps the NFC tag and opens the pet’s dynamic finder page in a browser. The page shows the pet’s name and photo, a Call owner action, and any enabled Safety Circle contacts by name and relationship with their own Call action. It is not a standalone phone-number screen.

Does a finder need the PetDentify app?

No. A finder needs an NFC-enabled phone, a browser, and an internet connection. They do not need a PetDentify app or account.

Can I update the finder page later?

Yes. Edit and save the profile in the PetDentify app. Because the tag opens a dynamic page, saved profile changes do not require rewriting the physical tag.

What is Safety Circle?

Safety Circle lets an owner add trusted backup contacts to the finder page. Owners can add, edit, remove, reorder, show, or hide contacts. Enabled contacts appear by name and relationship with a Call action. They are not automatically notified when someone scans the tag, and owners should add only people who agreed to be listed.

Compatibility and troubleshooting

What phones can scan the tag?

Most modern iOS and Android phones support background NFC reading. On iPhone, tap near the top of the phone; on many Android phones, tap near the center of the back.

What if a phone does not read the tag?

Unlock the phone, confirm NFC is enabled where required, remove a thick or metal case, and hold a different part of the phone against the tag for a moment. Try another NFC-enabled phone. If the tag still fails, email support@petdentify.com.

Does the finder need internet access?

Yes. NFC opens the finder-page link, and the browser needs an internet connection to load current profile information. If the page cannot load, the finder should contact a local shelter, veterinarian, or animal services for help identifying the pet.

Does the tag use GPS or require charging?

No. It is a passive NFC identification tag with no battery to charge. It does not provide live GPS tracking.

Pricing, shipping, returns, and warranty

How much does a tag cost?

Each tag is $9.99. Shipping and applicable tax are additional.

How much is shipping?

Shipping is not free. Available methods, rates, delivery estimates, and destination-based tax are shown at secure checkout before payment. Shipping is currently available to U.S. delivery addresses.

Is there a subscription or annual renewal?

No recurring subscription is currently required.

Can one order include different tag colors?

Yes. Choose a quantity for each color before continuing to secure checkout.

What is the return policy?

Unused tags in new, resalable condition may be returned within 30 days of delivery. Original shipping is nonrefundable. See the return terms.

Is the tag covered by a warranty?

A one-year limited warranty covers manufacturing defects under normal use. It does not cover loss, misuse, accidents, or modifications. See the warranty terms.

Pet identification

How is PetDentify different from a microchip?

A microchip is permanent identification that a vet or shelter scans with specialized equipment. PetDentify lets someone with an NFC-enabled phone open the finder page. Many owners use both.

Last updated: July 15, 2026