--- title: "Bike stolen? Report it now | BIKEBAZE®" description: "Has your bike been stolen? Report it in your BIKEBAZE® account. Read the steps to take next to maximise your chances of recovery." canonical: "https://www.bikebaze.nl/es/bikevault/robo-de-bicicleta" --- # Bike stolen? Report it now! Discovering your bike has been stolen is undoubtedly one of the most frustrating experiences. BIKEBAZE® is here to support you in this difficult time. By reporting the theft in your account, you help us act quickly and increase the chance that your bike will be recovered. [Report your bike as stolen](https://app.bikebaze.nl/bike-stolen) ## What to do after reporting? - File a police report An official police report is crucial, not only for the investigation and possible recovery of your bike, but also for insurance purposes. Recording the theft with the police provides official evidence of the theft, which is essential when reclaiming your bike. In addition, your report contributes to a better understanding of bicycle theft, which can help improve preventive measures and policy. With your police report and the SafeTag ID, you have solid proof of ownership and theft, which simplifies the procedure when recovering your bike. - Inform your insurer Notify your insurance company to start any claim. Make sure you have all the necessary information to hand, such as the police report and details about your bike. - Stay safe and alert Stay alert for any information about your stolen bike, but avoid personal risk. Always contact the police for safe assistance when recovering your bike. ## If you find your bike Finding your bike again can be a huge relief, but it is important to approach the situation in a safe and lawful way. Avoid risk If you spot your bike, do not try to recover it yourself if that puts you in dangerous situations or could cause legal problems. It is important to put your own safety first and avoid unnecessary risks. Contact the authorities Inform the local police of the location and situation of your recovered bike. They have the experience and resources to recover the bike safely and legally. Working with the police ensures you follow all the legal steps correctly and increases the chance of the thief being caught. After recovery Update status in the BikeVault Mark your bike as recovered in your account. This allows us to update your bike status in the BikeVault and inform the BIKEBAZE® Society. By informing us, you also help keep statistics and trends on bicycle theft accurate, which contributes to future prevention. Collect evidence If your bike has been recovered, try to document any evidence about the location or the state in which the bike was found. Photos or witness statements can be useful for insurance claims or further police investigations. Check for damage Inspect your bike for any damage that may have occurred during the theft or in the period afterwards. Report damage to your insurance company as part of your claim. [Report your bike as stolen](https://app.bikebaze.nl/bike-stolen) ## Frequently asked questions ### What should I do first if my bike has been stolen? Report the theft to the local police as quickly as possible. This is not only important for recovering your bike and for insurance claims, but it also helps society by providing valuable insight into the theft problem, which can lead to better prevention policy and strategies. Then fill in the theft form in your account to update the status of your bike in our BikeVault to 'Stolen'. ### How does BIKEBAZE® help recover my stolen bike? Once your bike has been reported as stolen, this status is updated in our BikeVault. Anyone who scans the SafeTag or looks up the frame number / SafeTag ID sees that the bike is stolen and can contact you. This network increases the chance that your bike is noticed and recovered. ### What should I do if I find my bike myself? Take no risks and approach the situation cautiously. Contact the local authorities for help and follow their instructions for a safe return. Inform us via the recovered-bike form so we can update the status of your bike. ### Can I still register my bike if it has been stolen? Yes, you can register your bike in our system even after it has been stolen. First, register your bike by providing the frame number. After registration, fill in the theft form with all the relevant details about the theft. Even though your bike has no SafeTag, registration with the frame number can help us identify your bike and increase the chance of recovery. If you have neither the frame number nor a SafeTag, it is not possible to recover your bike via our services. ### What happens when my bike is recovered? Inform us immediately via the recovered-bike form and we will update the status in the BikeVault. It is also important that you inform the police and your insurance company about the recovery. ## Únase a miles de ciclistas. Nuestra comunidad ayuda a encontrar bicicletas robadas y disuade a los ladrones. [Únase gratis a la comunidad](https://www.bikebaze.nl/es/bikevault/registro-gratuito-de-bicicleta)