Lost something in Provo? Here are the offices that take your report.
File one report and we route it to the Provo Police Department, City Hall, Provo Airport if needed, and active local social channels. Then we monitor the web continuously, scanning Facebook groups, local posts, and marketplaces for matches while you move on with your day.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
Recent activity
Across the United States
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
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- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How ReportLost works in Provo
You describe your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We capture all the details needed to match it if someone finds and reports it.
We alert the right places
Your report goes to the Provo Police Department's lost and found, City Hall, and relevant local Facebook groups and social channels, so your item gets filed in the right system.
Automated monitoring finds matches
Our system scans Facebook, Nextdoor, local marketplaces, and community posts across Provo and the broader Utah County area continuously for 12 months. When a found item matches your description, location, and timeline, we alert you immediately so you don't have to check back yourself every day.
Where to report and what ReportLost does
These are the main channels in Provo. You can contact them directly, but ReportLost does it for you and adds continuous web monitoring.
Provo Police Department
The Provo Police Department maintains a lost and found for items recovered in the city. Call them to report your loss and check if your item has been turned in. ReportLost contacts them on your behalf and we generate the exact details they need for their records.
Provo City Hall
For items lost or found in municipal buildings or public spaces, City Hall can sometimes assist with inquiries and may have records of recovered items. We coordinate your report with the appropriate City Hall department so you don't have to figure out which desk to contact.
Provo Airport Lost & Found
If you lost something at Provo Airport, the Lost and Found office is located on the second floor of the Airport Offices. Items left in public areas are held and can be retrieved during business hours. We make sure your airport loss is filed and tracked with them as well.
Lost or Found Pets
If you've lost a pet, contact the South Utah Valley Animal Shelter or Provo Animal Control immediately. The shelter maintains a database of stray animals, and you can also post on community pet recovery groups. ReportLost has a dedicated system for lost pet reports that broadcasts to local shelters, rescues, and pet-focused social networks. File a priority lost pet report.
Animal Control: (801) 852-6210|South Utah Valley Animal Shelter
Local Community Groups
Provo and Utah County have active Facebook groups and community networks where people post found items. ReportLost automatically posts your report to relevant community channels and monitors these groups for matches so you catch any leads as soon as they surface.
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Start with one report
The sooner you file, the sooner we can begin monitoring. Most recovered items are reported or posted within the first few weeks, so getting your information into the system early makes a real difference.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Provo leaves you navigating multiple systems at once, the Provo Police Department, City Hall, the airport if it happened there, plus scouring Facebook groups and local community boards. ReportLost shortens that whole process to one straightforward report, which we then funnel to all the right channels and keep monitored for you.
Once you file with us, you can breathe easy. We route your information to the places that matter, and we run automated searches across the web for weeks to come, tracking down any posts or listings that match your lost item. No more spending hours refreshing social media or making repeated calls, we keep the watch going in the background.
Common places where items go missing in Provo
We monitor all of Provo and the surrounding Utah County area for matches.
Downtown Provo & Center Street
Shopping, dining, and business districts where wallets, phones, and bags are frequently left behind in stores or on the street.
BYU Campus
A large campus area where students lose keys, laptops, and personal items in classrooms, libraries, and common spaces.
Provo Airport
Common place to leave items in security lines, restrooms, restaurants, and gate areas during travel.
Residential Neighborhoods
Items lost during moves, yard work, or while walking, often found by neighbors who post in local community groups.
Parks & Recreational Areas
Hiking trails, parks, and outdoor spaces where outdoor gear and personal items are left behind.
Social channels where Provo items are reported
We monitor these groups and networks continuously so you don't have to.
Active Facebook group for lost and found items across the wider county, regularly monitored for matches.
Community Facebook group dedicated to lost and found animals in the Provo area.
Another local Facebook group focused on reuniting pets with owners.
Reddit's Utah community where Provo residents sometimes post found items or ask for help locating lost belongings.
Neighborhood-level social network where found items and lost pet posts appear frequently in Provo.
Frequently asked questions about lost items in Provo
How long does the Provo Police Department keep lost and found items?
The Provo Police Department maintains a lost and found, but retention periods vary by item type and condition. Call (801) 852-6210 to check on your specific item as soon as possible, as unclaimed items may be disposed of after a certain period. ReportLost ensures your report is filed with them promptly so nothing falls through the cracks.
Where can I pick up a lost item at Provo Airport?
The Lost and Found office is located on the second floor of the Airport Offices. Items found in public areas of the airport are held there. Contact Provo Airport directly to confirm your item has been found before making the trip.
Do I need to file a police report for a lost item?
For most lost items, a report to the Provo Police Department's lost and found system is sufficient. If your item was stolen rather than lost, or if it has significant value, you may want to file an official police report as well. ReportLost can guide you on this depending on your situation.
How does ReportLost monitor for my item if I don't know exactly where I lost it?
You provide your description, the approximate location, and date. Our system searches for any posts or listings matching those details across Facebook, Nextdoor, local marketplaces, and community boards in Provo and Utah County. Even vague details like 'gold ring, lost near downtown Provo in March' can surface matches when someone posts 'found gold ring.'
What if my item turns up on a local Facebook group?
We monitor local groups like 'Lost and Found Utah County' continuously and alert you immediately when a match appears. You can then reach out to the person who found it directly, and we help you coordinate the recovery.
Is ReportLost.org official, or does it replace calling the police?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with the Provo Police Department or the City of Provo. We are not a replacement for official police or city channels, we work alongside them. When you report with us, we ensure your information reaches the right official agencies and local channels, and we add automated web monitoring that those systems don't provide. If your item has legal significance, we always recommend also filing directly with the police or relevant authority.
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Where to file your report
File your report now and let our system take it from here. We'll route your information to the Provo Police, local community networks, and any other relevant channels, then keep searching for you across the web for the months ahead.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent lost and found assistance service and is not affiliated with the Provo Police Department, City of Provo, Provo Airport, South Utah Valley Animal Shelter, or any other city, airport, or shelter mentioned. We work alongside these official channels but do not replace them. Our service includes filing your report with the appropriate agencies and conducting automated web monitoring. Always contact official local authorities if your item involves a crime, has significant legal or financial value, or if you believe it was stolen rather than lost.