How To Follow The Magic Bands?

MagicBand+ devices are wearable wristbands that use RFID technology to track guests’ whereabouts in the Walt Disney World Resort. These devices are not GPS-based and do not enable continuous location signals collection. However, they can detect the location of guests who choose to use or wear MagicBand or MagicBand+ products while visiting the resort. To link your MagicBand+ to your account, assign it to a guest, and pair it to your mobile device, follow the instructions in the app.

To check the status of your MagicBand using a mobile device, wave your MagicBand+ in front of each statue and activate a short phrase or tune. The Play Disney Parks app will keep track of the characters you need to unlock. Younger children and younger children can use their MagicBand+ to track down virtual bounties throughout the land with hotter/colder interactive feedback from the band.

MagicBand+ is available for purchase prior to your trip to Disney World or Disneyland. You can customize and order your bands at the My Disney Experience tab on your computer. MagicBands can be tracked by touching them against a touch point at an attraction or paying at a food stand, restaurant, or souvenir shop. RFID tags used in MagicBands typically have read distances of 20-30 feet.

Your Magic Band contains two different forms of communication: a basic RFID chip and a two-way radio that operates on the 2.4-Ghz band of the MagicBand. To track your order, enter your Order ID in the box below and press the “Track” button.

Why does my MagicBand vibrate randomly?

MagicBand+ is a magical device that syncs with the action during fireworks shows and nighttime spectaculars at Disney parks, matching the colors of certain attractions and lights. It can also vibrate to simulate a heartbeat when boarding the Haunted Mansion or react to certain entertainment and attractions around Avengers Campus in Disney California Adventure. Disney Cruise Line is rolling out MagicBand+ for select guests on some of their ships in 2023, with the same functionality as in the theme parks. Special designs can be purchased in advance or on board the ship to match the occasion.

Older MagicBands can still work in the parks as long as they haven’t been deactivated. They can be used to unlock hotel rooms, tap into parks and lightning lanes, charge purchases to your room, and link PhotoPass photos. However, the battery that powers the magic will eventually run out, so as long as the band is less than 2-3 years old, it should work fine.

How do I check the status of my MagicBand?

To access your MagicBands and Cards from your My Disney Experience, click “My MagicBands and Cards” on the drop-down menu. These can be from past trips or repurposed. If you’re not using them frequently, consider purchasing a new MagicBand for updated benefits. To link a MagicBand, scroll past your current list and click “Link” under “Link a MagicBand”. Select the MagicBand option to be directed to the linking page.

Is there a way to find a lost MagicBand?

Linda, I understand your desire to ensure your MagicBand stays safe during your trip. However, if you lose your MagicBand, it won’t be replaced for free. Keep the Lost and Found link handy, as it provides an email notification with an update within 48 hours. The best part is that you won’t have to worry about your MagicBand going missing. To ensure your MagicBand stays secure, search for terms like “MagicBand belt” online.

This will provide a variety of options to ensure your MagicBand is extra secure. Linda, I wish you all the best for your upcoming vacation and invite you to visit us again if you have any further questions.

Can you use an Apple Watch instead of MagicBand?

The Apple Watch can be used to scan into Disney Parks and Lightning Lane entrances, as well as scan for Disney PhotoPass photos. To set up a digital theme park ticket or Walt Disney World annual pass, ensure your theme park ticket is linked to your MyDisney account and create your ticket in the My Disney Experience App. Follow the directions to “Set Up MagicMobile Entry” and save your card design to your digital wallet.

However, unlike a MagicBand+, an Apple Watch cannot be used to open hotel doors or make purchases to add to your hotel folio around the property, especially if you are staying at a Disney Resorts Collection hotel. This limitation is particularly relevant for those staying at Disney Resorts Collection hotels.

What happens if I lose my Disney MagicBand?

If you lose your MagicBand during your Disney vacation, don’t worry. You can deactivate it using the My Disney Experience app, contact customer service at the nearest kiosk, or visit the resort’s front desk. Cast members will help resolve any issues. Share your experience with Shelley, a stay-at-home mother of two girls, who loves Disney and sees the magic through her daughters’ eyes. She keeps up with Disney news and daydreams about her next Disney trip.

How to track your kids at Disney?

MagicBands are devices that can track guests’ whereabouts in Disney parks. When a MagicBand is scanned at an attraction or paid for, Disney obtains the park location. Your child’s information can be added to a MagicBand and linked to your MyDisney account, allowing quick reunification with Cast Members. Identification bands or custom temporary tattoos can also be useful, with your child’s name and phone number on the wrist or ankle. Light up accessories, such as glow stick jewelry or necklaces, can be particularly helpful in finding your child after the sun sets at Disney World, especially after fireworks.

Can MagicBands find lost kids?

The MagicBand is not currently a feature that can help parents keep track of their children. However, if a lost child is found wearing a MagicBand, a cast member could scan the band to find the parent’s reservation number and possibly a linked phone number. This technology is not a reliable solution for lost children. Instead, using a Sharpie to write your cell phone number on the inside of the MagicBand or using a tracking device like an Apple AirTag can help. The MagicBand can be wet, but it is not suitable for swimming or showering. The biometric finger scanner at the park entrance prevents sharing MagicBands, but it is not allowed by Disney law.

What is the lifespan of a MagicBand?

MagicBands, which are available for purchase at Disney World or the Disney Store, serve as a valuable resource for guests who do not reside in a Walt Disney World Resort hotel. However, it should be noted that the battery in these devices has a limited lifespan of approximately two years.

What happens if you lose your MagicBand?

If you lose your MagicBand at Walt Disney World, report it to the front desk of your hotel or park guest relations office. They will deactivate the band, preventing other guests from using it. If you can’t visit the office, you can deactivate your MagicBand yourself using the MyDisneyExperience website or app. The MagicBand packaging includes warnings for guests using implanted pacemakers or cardioverter-defibrillators, and those using other medical devices like insulin pumps, neurostimulators, or hearing aids. It is recommended to seek medical advice about RFID interaction with your physician and/or the manufacturer. Please read the warnings enclosed with your MagicBand.

How do I track my MagicBand spending?

To track purchases made with your MagicBand, you can use receipts, print a Resort folio at the Front Desk of your Disney Resort hotel, or view your current room charges in the My Disney Experience mobile app. You can also receive a final itemized receipt via email after checking out. For reservations longer than five days, the payment method on file will charge the current balance every fifth day and after checkout. If you want to use a Disney gift card to pay your room balance, you must visit the Front Desk of your Disney Resort hotel. If you have any further questions, please visit planDisney.

Can you track a MagicBand?

It should be noted that MagicBand+ devices are not equipped with GPS functionality and therefore do not collect continuous location signals. Nevertheless, the location of guests utilizing or donning MagicBand or MagicBand+ products during their visits to Walt Disney World Resort and other locations may be discerned.