Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Gold with metal housing and universal phone tab
Chart showing the features of Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Gold with metal housing and universal phone tab
Model using smart phone connected to a gold steel cable phone tether connected to purse strap
Woman using Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Gold with metal housing and universal phone tab
Male model wearing gold steel cable phone tether on his pant loop.
Male model wearing gold Steel cable phone tether on pant loop, attached to phone
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Gold with metal housing and universal phone tab. Front and back profile
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Gold with Cherry Blossom sticker, in metal housing and universal phone tab
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Gold with Magnolia sticker, in metal housing and universal phone tab
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Gold with Peony sticker, in metal housing and universal phone tab
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Gold with Lotus sticker, in metal housing and universal phone tab
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Gold with Rose sticker, in metal housing and universal phone tab
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Silver with metal housing and universal phone tab
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Silver with metal housing and universal phone tab. Front and back profiles
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Silver with Cherry Blossom sticker, in metal housing and universal phone tab
Model using steel cable phone tether in silver with cherry blossom design, connected to purse strap
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Silver with Magnolia sticker, in metal housing and universal phone tab
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Silver with Peony sticker, in metal housing and universal phone tab
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Silver with Lotus sticker, in metal housing and universal phone tab
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Silver with Rose sticker, in metal housing and universal phone tab
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Gunmetal with metal housing and universal phone tab
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Gunmetal with metal housing and universal phone tab. Front and back profile
Woman on a boat using a phone and connected to bag with a steel cable phone tether with a scenic ocean background
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Gunmetal with Cherry Blossom sticker, in metal housing and universal phone tab
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Gunmetal with Magnolia sticker, in metal housing and universal phone tab
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Gunmetal with Peony sticker, in metal housing and universal phone tab
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Gunmetal with Lotus sticker, in metal housing and universal phone tab
Anti-Theft Steel Cable Phone Tether in Gunmetal with Rose sticker, in metal housing and universal phone tab
Phone tether attached to Bum Bag
Phone tether in Bum Bag
Anti-theft Steel cable phone tether - modeled shot
Anti-theft Steel Cable Phone Tether - modeled shot

Steel Cable Phone Tether

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The All-New, Re-Engineered Anti-Theft Phone & Gear Tether! 

Watch a video on our brand new design

  • All-Metal Case: Now available in Gold, Gunmetal, and Silver finishes.
  • Reinforced Durability: Features a thicker steel cable for maximum strength.
  • New Spring Dampener: Absorbs shock from sudden recoil to prevent snap-points and extend the tether’s life.
  • Dual-Sided Security: An additional keyring below the clasp allows you to securely connect items on both ends.

Peace of Mind, Anywhere You Go 
Protect your phone from accidental drops and sneaky pickpockets. Whether you’re navigating a busy commute or a crowded festival, our steel cable tether keeps your device anchored and your mind at ease.

Versatile & Universal
Each tether comes with a sturdy lobster clasp and two keyrings, allowing you to attach it to D-rings (inside or outside your purse), belt loops, or bag straps. It also includes a detachable universal metal phone tab to connect your device in seconds. Video guide on how to install the phone tether to your phone

  • Expanded Reach: Extends up to 29" from clasp to keyring.

  • Universal Compatibility: Includes a phone case tab and optional double-sided tape, making it compatible with almost any smartphone and case setup.

  • Multi-Use Security: Beyond phones, use the dual keyrings to secure wallets, keys, or cameras to your gear.

  • Extra Security Layer: Use the secondary keyring on the clasp end to "double-lock" the tether to your person, making it nearly impossible for pickpockets to unclip it unnoticed.

Use Cases: 

  • The International Traveler: Navigate public transit and busy tourist hubs with the peace of mind that your most valuable tool is anchored.

  • The Festival Goer: Keep your phone attached to your person in dense crowds where "phone snatching" is common.

  • The Commuter: Never worry about your phone slipping out of your pocket or falling onto train tracks.

  • The Multi-Tasker: Quickly swap the phone tab for keys or a wallet to suit your daily needs.

  • The Adventure Seeker: have your phone close for that photo and peace of mind that your phone won't slip away from your hands. Attach it to you when traversing over a cliff hiking, on a speedy boat, or even a bumpy ATV ride.

What's Included: 

  • 1 Steel cable tether 
  • 1 Metal universal phone tab
  • 1 Optional double sided tape

Height: 0.4"

Width: 1.3"

Length: 5" - 29"

Weight: 26-28g (0.05-0.06 lb)

Strap Length: N/A

  • Retractable steel cable that adjusts up to 26"
  • Key ring to attach your phone, keys, or wallet
  • Claw clasp to attach to interior D-ring of bag
  • Universal phone attachment tab included

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Built to Last
Ultra-Durable Steel & Metal Construction

Unlike plastic or nylon cords that can snap or be easily cut, our tether features a heavy-duty steel cable housed in a robust metal casing. It’s engineered to withstand the rigors of daily use and high-tension pulls without fraying.

Secure Attachment Anywhere
Double-Ended Security Clasp

Equipped with a clasp and keyrings on both ends, you can instantly anchor your phone to a D-ring inside your bag, a belt loop, or a luggage strap. It creates a physical "leash" that keeps your device exactly where you want it.

Pickpocket-Proof Your Belongings
Anti-Theft & Pickpocket Protection

Travel with confidence in crowded areas. By tethering your phone to your person or bag, you eliminate "grab-and-go" theft. If a pickpocket tries to swipe your phone, the steel cable ensures it stays firmly attached to you.

The Ultimate "Oops" Insurance
Shock-Absorbing Drop Defense

Accidents happen, but they shouldn't cost you a screen repair or a lost phone. The steel cable acts as a safety net, catching your phone before it hits the pavement. Perfect for taking photos over water, off balconies, or while multitasking with the kids.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.0 / 5 from 68 reviews.

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

Fantastic product! Used it while traveling in Italy. Felt so secure with it not only against pick pockets but also when taking photos near ledges and high altitudes.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you so much for your lovely review, Becca! I'm so glad you are enjoying your phone tether, and I hope you had the best time in Italy! Wishing you many more amazing travels! Best, Carmen

The phone tether looks great and seems very well constructed. I’m looking forward to using it in Paris.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your wonderful review, Angela! I'm glad you are enjoying your tether so far, and wishing you an amazing time in Paris! Best, Carmen

Great for not losing keys in the bottom of your purse

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Marie! I also use mine for keys too! I hope you'll continue to enjoy 😊 Best, Carmen

This is exactly as described, strong yet easy to set up. Will be using it on a trip to Vietnam.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Susan! Wishing you the best time in Vietnam! 🇻🇳 😊 Best, Carmen

Great product. Works well and is comfortable.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your wonderful review, Andrew! I'm so glad you are happy with your phone tether. Wishing you safe travels! Best, Carmen

This will be traveling to Europe with me. I wanted a way to secure my phone and this is perfect! Added bonus - its stylish while still being functional and well made.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Dianne! I'm so glad you are enjoying your phone tether. Wishing you the best time in Europe! 😊 Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

’ve been using the Phone Tether every day since it arrived, and I absolutely love it. ❤️ I made one small modification to better fit my needs. I replaced the key ring with a small clasp, which lets me quickly attach and detach my phone and easily switch it between different bags. It works perfectly for everyday use. The quality is excellent, it feels very secure, and it gives me great peace of mind knowing my phone is always safely attached. It’s a simple but incredibly useful accessory that I now use every day.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

Worked great while it lasted. Unfortunately the cable snapped after 2 short (weekend) trips. Disappointed with the longevity of the product

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your review, Daana, and I'm so sorry that your tether broke! We are actually working on our next version of the tether, and are designing it to be much more durable. We'd love to send you one once we are ready to try it out as a replacement! The cables are thicker and more durable, along with a metal case as well. Please let me know if you'd be interested in that! Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

The phone tether only lasted a few weeks before the cable snapped.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Hi Morgan, thank you for sharing your experience, and I'm so sorry that your tether snapped. We are actually redesigning our tether right now to make them more robust since we had this snapping issue happen with a large number of the tethers. We found out our manufacturer was using thinner cables on some of them. We have found a new factory, and are redesigning all aspects from the ground up! We hope to release this next year. In the meantime, please let us send you a free replacement! I'll follow-up with you via email. Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

The metal hinge and hardware that go inside the phone case seem high quality and strong, and don’t cover the charging port. I’m very pleased with that. I haven’t used the tether yet to comment on the durability of the wire. I plan to use it with my Verona when traveling overseas.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Nina! I'm so glad you are enjoying your tether so far. Wishing you a wonderful trip overseas! Don't hesitate to reach out if any issues come up with your tether. Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

This phone tether worked well and gave me peace of mind for the two weeks I used it, but at the end of my trip it broke after normal use. Disappointing and inconvenient. Order #20534

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Hi Teresa, thank you again for your feedback! Please let me know if your replacement has any issues! Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

I just got back from 3 weeks of travel and only 3 days into it did the steel wire break off and spring back inside the housing. When I tried to pull it out with tweezers, it just made it worse. I was really hoping this would work because I hate having to keep sipping and unzipping my purse to use my phone. Tried emailing with the issue, and never got a response. Pretty bummed that it didn't do it's job.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Hi Carissa, I'm so sorry that your tether broke on your trip! I checked and I did respond to your message back on May 16th, but we didn't hear back from you (I assumed you were busy on your trip). It is possible that it ended up in your spam or international travel made it so it didn't make it into your inbox (we've seen that issue before). Can you check your email to see if you see our response to your original email? I just sent another message. Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

While I loved the tether and used it for four days in Barcelona - where I was most concerned about theft - it fell apart on my last day there. Fortunately, the breakage did not occur while I was in a crowded area.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Hi Susan, thank you so much for sharing your review and photo with us - I'm so sorry that your tether broke on your trip!! We've seen a small number of the phone tethers break like this, and are working on improving the design for the next iteration so we can reduce these types of defects. Please let us send you a replacement once you are home! Just reach out once you are back and settled. Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

This broke after only two weeks! Luckily I was at the airport waiting on my return flight home when it broke.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Hi Julie, I'm so sorry that your tether broke! We are seeing a small number of them break this way, and plan on improving them. Please let us send you a replacement for this! I'll send you a separate email to confirm. Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

Honestly got this to keep my phone secure at work. We use 2 factor authentication to get into every computer and each application so I have my phone with me all the time. It’s easy to set it down and walk away to answer questions or run to the restroom. (Or worse, fall out of your pocket while in the restroom!) The tether keeps it hooked to loops on my skirt/pants and then I slip it into a front pocket. No loops or pockets? That’s ok because the presence of the tether makes it hard to ignore or misplace. It takes getting used to when using the phone when you don’t need the tether but it’s worth the peace of mind for me. The nice clip on the end means I can attach it to any bag I currently use. Works great for me.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Katrinka! I love how you are able to use it for work, and that it is working for you! May all your authentications always go smoothly 😊 Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

I just attached it to my phone and am traveling to NYC tomorrow, and then Italy next week. Excited to use this- not only peace of mind that it will be harder to steal my phone, but as a super clumsy person, peace of mind that I will not drop it on the ground!

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for the lovely review, Jennifer! I'm the same with dropping my phone so I am so glad you are excited to use your tether! I hope you are having a blast in NYC, and wishing you a wonderful time in Italy 😊 Best, Carmen

The part that you stick to your phone does not hold. Additionally, even if it did, it will block your charging port if used with a phone case - which almost everyone uses a case.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for the feedback, Allison, and so sorry that the phone tether didn't work well with your phone. It sounds like there might be some Samsung phones and cases that might not be a good fit. You should see the return label in your email now. Best, Carmen

It still is difficult to insert my charging cable. If it were angled just a bit more, there would be no problem.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your feedback, Mary! Can you confirm that the logo on the phone tab was facing outwards? If you could send us a photo of your phone and charging cable, that would be super helpful to see how we can improve future iterations. Please email us at info@ardencove.com. Best, Carmen

I had ChatGPT search the world for a phone lanyard. This is the only one it could find that was entirely metal. It cannot be cut off should someone want to steal my phone. All of the others had fabric connections in at least one place. Thanks Arden Cove for making it and making it beautiful as well.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

I’m planning to attach the phone tether to my RFID phone case while traveling in Europe. I’ve been using it for a few days , attached to a belt, belt loop, or purse loop, and it works great! No more leaving my phone “somewhere” in the house and searching for it, because it’s right in my pocket . Such a good idea,; now my sister wants one for her upcoming trip!

Steel Cable Phone Tether

This cable looks wonderful, stylish and very well made. It tethers the ohone well, (even with a case), as it comes with the connected insert. However, the reason for the three stars is that despite the quality of the product, it may be a tad too big. It takes up a certain amount of space in the purse and 'interferes' a bit in terms of space (placing the phone in the purse). I decided not to use this cable at the moment. Perhaps it needs to be slightly slimmer (the mechanism that houses the cable inside). That way, there will be less impedance in the purse when placing the phone with cable in it.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Easy to install and attach to a bag or strap. However not all charger cables are able to access the phone port with this in place. My usual charging cable fits past the tether loop but my car charger which interfaces with my Bluetooth map program cannot be used when this tether is inserted into my phone case.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Barbara! And highly appreciate your feedback. If you can share the brand of your car charger, we'd love to look into this! Best, Carmen

Worked very well to keep my iPhone tethered while on vacation.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

I used the theft deterrent strap on an existing phone case. Perfect for having my phone available for photos in Rome and Istanbul and not having to worry about getting the strap cut and losing my phone.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Ann! I hope you had a blast in Rome and Istanbul. Wishing you many more amazing travels! Best, Carmen

Good idea, strange design choices. The cable doesn't have much retraction power, so your phone dangles below the tether instead of being pulled flush with it. And you connect your phone to the tether with a key ring, which is challenging to pull apart and attach. Overall, not very user friendly.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your review and feedback, Emily! Do you happen to know how heavy your phone is? The retraction should be strong enough to keep your phone in place wherever you have it pulled out, and should stay retracted if originally retracted. We also have the phone side attached to the key ring so it is more secure - thieves won't be able to easily unclasp it and take off with your phone. If you do want to make it easier, you can always flip the tether so the phone connects with the clasp. I'll stew on your feedback and will think of ways to make this a bit easier! Best, Carmen

I cannot connect my charging cable with the hook out the same hole in my phone case.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Hi Taylor, thank you for leaving a review, and I'm so sorry that your having issues with the charging port! Can you send us a photo so we can confirm if everything was installed correctly? Or do you happen to know if your charging cord head is larger than normal? Best, Carmen

tether was great most of my trip but ended up breaking at the end of my trip!!

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your feedback, and I'm so sorry your tether broke, Amy! We are actually redesigning our tether from scratch with a new factory to create a more durable tether. We unfortunately ran out of the tether you purchased, so we can't send a replacement in the meantime but can either refund you or give you store credit for our new tether we plan on launching next year! Please let me know what you'd prefer. Best, Carmen

I have a work phone AND my keys, and I am always forgetting one of them. This thing has saved my life countless times, and I've had it for only two weeks.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Mikayla! I hope it works well for you and keeps your phones and keys close! Best, Carmen

I did not use it on my recent trip. The gold hook (carabiner) is too thick to insert in any of my purse's rings, in any possible places I can latch it to. It's also funny, now that I look at your photo of someone using it; the purse is wide open as she's using the phone. That defeats the purpose of having all the anti-theft features you have on your purse.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your review and feedback, Susan! Can you share which bag (or if it is another brand's bag) you are using? We can recommend a way to use it. For the bumbag in the photo, we left the bag open to show you can attach it to the d-rings inside, and you can still close the zipper to keep things more secure, and have the phone outside for accessibility. If there is perhaps a design change we should do to accomodate more ways to attach to things, we'd love to understand more and make that change! We are working on a new version right now. Best, Carmen

This was very stylish and helpful.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Annette! I'm so glad you are enjoying your phone tether. Wishing you safe travels! 😊 Best, Carmen

Brilliant idea!

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Cheryl! I'm so glad you are enjoying your phone tether. Wishing you safe travels! 😊 Best, Carmen

It was super convenient! I love it for traveling. It kept my phone safe and sound.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Esther! I'm so glad you are enjoying your phone tether, and I hope you had an amazing trip! Wishing you many more wonderful travels 😊 Best, Carmen

Broke shortly after several uses! This product is not built to last unfortunately.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Hi Khalia, thank you so much for sharing your review, and I am so sorry that your tether broke! We actually have identified the main issue that lead to our tethers breaking after you purchased back in May, and have removed all the faulty ones from our inventory. We would love to send you a replacement if that works for you. Please let me know by responding via email, and I can help set that up for you. Best, Carmen

It is great— can clip it easily to a round ring on the inside of my Travelon crossbody bag or can clip it to a little metal ring on the outside zipper of the bag. Either way it keeps my phone more secure., less likely to be stolen by a pick-pocketer and less likely for it to be misplaced. I like the way the wire extends quite a ways so that I can take photos while it’s still clipped on the ring inside my bag. have it clipped onto my Crossbody bag. And even when I have my cell loose ( not clipped in), the carabiner does not get in the way of anything, including charging my cell. It is a fantastic product!

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Margaret! I'm so glad you are enjoying your phone tether 😊 Wishing you safe travels! Best, Carmen

I purchased the phone tether for my first trip to Europe. It gave me such peace of mind, as I often leave my phone behind when moving from place to place. Its clip can be attached to a belt loop or purse strap. In addition to feeling more secure from theft, the tether makes it easy to find the phone in my travel bag full of pockets. The phone tether is light but strong, and its steel cable retracts into its reel, so there is never a problem with tangling or the line hanging out. It is convenient and simple to use, meaning that I actually do use it all the time. Traveling without it now seems unsafe! I also love the cherry blossoms design.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your wonderful review, Lianne! I'm so glad you are enjoying your phone tether, and that it gave you peace of mind. Wishing you many amazing adventures with it! ☺️ Best, Carmen

I love this phone tether bc it a) looks sleek, not clunky b) was a snap to install after watching the video for the product (thank you!) and c) I feel SO much more secure with my phone tethered to my new Arden Cove bum bag. I bought one for my husband also and he will use it to tether his phone to his belt loop. He’s a NASA aerospace engineer and was impressed with the design of this tether and prefers it greatly over the cheap Amazon tether we used on our last trip.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

I love this phone tether bc it a) looks sleek, not clunky b) was a snap to install after watching the video for the product (thank you!) and c) I feel SO much more secure with my phone tethered to my new Arden Cove bum bag. I bought one for my husband also and he will use it to tether his phone to his belt loop. He’s a NASA aerospace engineer and was impressed with the design of this tether and prefers it greatly over the cheap Amazon tether we used on our last trip.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Renata! I'm so glad you and your husband are enjoying your phone tethers. I hope they serve you well on your upcoming trip! 😊 Best, Carmen


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Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.0 / 5 from 68 reviews.

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

Fantastic product! Used it while traveling in Italy. Felt so secure with it not only against pick pockets but also when taking photos near ledges and high altitudes.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you so much for your lovely review, Becca! I'm so glad you are enjoying your phone tether, and I hope you had the best time in Italy! Wishing you many more amazing travels! Best, Carmen

The phone tether looks great and seems very well constructed. I’m looking forward to using it in Paris.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your wonderful review, Angela! I'm glad you are enjoying your tether so far, and wishing you an amazing time in Paris! Best, Carmen

Great for not losing keys in the bottom of your purse

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Marie! I also use mine for keys too! I hope you'll continue to enjoy 😊 Best, Carmen

This is exactly as described, strong yet easy to set up. Will be using it on a trip to Vietnam.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Susan! Wishing you the best time in Vietnam! 🇻🇳 😊 Best, Carmen

Great product. Works well and is comfortable.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your wonderful review, Andrew! I'm so glad you are happy with your phone tether. Wishing you safe travels! Best, Carmen

This will be traveling to Europe with me. I wanted a way to secure my phone and this is perfect! Added bonus - its stylish while still being functional and well made.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Dianne! I'm so glad you are enjoying your phone tether. Wishing you the best time in Europe! 😊 Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

’ve been using the Phone Tether every day since it arrived, and I absolutely love it. ❤️ I made one small modification to better fit my needs. I replaced the key ring with a small clasp, which lets me quickly attach and detach my phone and easily switch it between different bags. It works perfectly for everyday use. The quality is excellent, it feels very secure, and it gives me great peace of mind knowing my phone is always safely attached. It’s a simple but incredibly useful accessory that I now use every day.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

Worked great while it lasted. Unfortunately the cable snapped after 2 short (weekend) trips. Disappointed with the longevity of the product

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your review, Daana, and I'm so sorry that your tether broke! We are actually working on our next version of the tether, and are designing it to be much more durable. We'd love to send you one once we are ready to try it out as a replacement! The cables are thicker and more durable, along with a metal case as well. Please let me know if you'd be interested in that! Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

The phone tether only lasted a few weeks before the cable snapped.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Hi Morgan, thank you for sharing your experience, and I'm so sorry that your tether snapped. We are actually redesigning our tether right now to make them more robust since we had this snapping issue happen with a large number of the tethers. We found out our manufacturer was using thinner cables on some of them. We have found a new factory, and are redesigning all aspects from the ground up! We hope to release this next year. In the meantime, please let us send you a free replacement! I'll follow-up with you via email. Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

The metal hinge and hardware that go inside the phone case seem high quality and strong, and don’t cover the charging port. I’m very pleased with that. I haven’t used the tether yet to comment on the durability of the wire. I plan to use it with my Verona when traveling overseas.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Nina! I'm so glad you are enjoying your tether so far. Wishing you a wonderful trip overseas! Don't hesitate to reach out if any issues come up with your tether. Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

This phone tether worked well and gave me peace of mind for the two weeks I used it, but at the end of my trip it broke after normal use. Disappointing and inconvenient. Order #20534

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Hi Teresa, thank you again for your feedback! Please let me know if your replacement has any issues! Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

I just got back from 3 weeks of travel and only 3 days into it did the steel wire break off and spring back inside the housing. When I tried to pull it out with tweezers, it just made it worse. I was really hoping this would work because I hate having to keep sipping and unzipping my purse to use my phone. Tried emailing with the issue, and never got a response. Pretty bummed that it didn't do it's job.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Hi Carissa, I'm so sorry that your tether broke on your trip! I checked and I did respond to your message back on May 16th, but we didn't hear back from you (I assumed you were busy on your trip). It is possible that it ended up in your spam or international travel made it so it didn't make it into your inbox (we've seen that issue before). Can you check your email to see if you see our response to your original email? I just sent another message. Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

While I loved the tether and used it for four days in Barcelona - where I was most concerned about theft - it fell apart on my last day there. Fortunately, the breakage did not occur while I was in a crowded area.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Hi Susan, thank you so much for sharing your review and photo with us - I'm so sorry that your tether broke on your trip!! We've seen a small number of the phone tethers break like this, and are working on improving the design for the next iteration so we can reduce these types of defects. Please let us send you a replacement once you are home! Just reach out once you are back and settled. Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

This broke after only two weeks! Luckily I was at the airport waiting on my return flight home when it broke.

Steel Cable Phone Tether

Store owner replied: Hi Julie, I'm so sorry that your tether broke! We are seeing a small number of them break this way, and plan on improving them. Please let us send you a replacement for this! I'll send you a separate email to confirm. Best, Carmen

Customer photo review of Steel Cable Phone Tether

Honestly got this to keep my phone secure at work. We use 2 factor authentication to get into every computer and each application so I have my phone with me all the time. It’s easy to set it down and walk away to answer questions or run to the restroom. (Or worse, fall out of your pocket while in the restroom!) The tether keeps it hooked to loops on my skirt/pants and then I slip it into a front pocket. No loops or pockets? That’s ok because the presence of the tether makes it hard to ignore or misplace. It takes getting used to when using the phone when you don’t need the tether but it’s worth the peace of mind for me. The nice clip on the end means I can attach it to any bag I currently use. Works great for me.

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Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Katrinka! I love how you are able to use it for work, and that it is working for you! May all your authentications always go smoothly 😊 Best, Carmen

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I just attached it to my phone and am traveling to NYC tomorrow, and then Italy next week. Excited to use this- not only peace of mind that it will be harder to steal my phone, but as a super clumsy person, peace of mind that I will not drop it on the ground!

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Store owner replied: Thank you for the lovely review, Jennifer! I'm the same with dropping my phone so I am so glad you are excited to use your tether! I hope you are having a blast in NYC, and wishing you a wonderful time in Italy 😊 Best, Carmen

The part that you stick to your phone does not hold. Additionally, even if it did, it will block your charging port if used with a phone case - which almost everyone uses a case.

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Store owner replied: Thank you for the feedback, Allison, and so sorry that the phone tether didn't work well with your phone. It sounds like there might be some Samsung phones and cases that might not be a good fit. You should see the return label in your email now. Best, Carmen

It still is difficult to insert my charging cable. If it were angled just a bit more, there would be no problem.

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Store owner replied: Thank you for your feedback, Mary! Can you confirm that the logo on the phone tab was facing outwards? If you could send us a photo of your phone and charging cable, that would be super helpful to see how we can improve future iterations. Please email us at info@ardencove.com. Best, Carmen

I had ChatGPT search the world for a phone lanyard. This is the only one it could find that was entirely metal. It cannot be cut off should someone want to steal my phone. All of the others had fabric connections in at least one place. Thanks Arden Cove for making it and making it beautiful as well.

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I’m planning to attach the phone tether to my RFID phone case while traveling in Europe. I’ve been using it for a few days , attached to a belt, belt loop, or purse loop, and it works great! No more leaving my phone “somewhere” in the house and searching for it, because it’s right in my pocket . Such a good idea,; now my sister wants one for her upcoming trip!

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This cable looks wonderful, stylish and very well made. It tethers the ohone well, (even with a case), as it comes with the connected insert. However, the reason for the three stars is that despite the quality of the product, it may be a tad too big. It takes up a certain amount of space in the purse and 'interferes' a bit in terms of space (placing the phone in the purse). I decided not to use this cable at the moment. Perhaps it needs to be slightly slimmer (the mechanism that houses the cable inside). That way, there will be less impedance in the purse when placing the phone with cable in it.

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Easy to install and attach to a bag or strap. However not all charger cables are able to access the phone port with this in place. My usual charging cable fits past the tether loop but my car charger which interfaces with my Bluetooth map program cannot be used when this tether is inserted into my phone case.

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Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Barbara! And highly appreciate your feedback. If you can share the brand of your car charger, we'd love to look into this! Best, Carmen

Worked very well to keep my iPhone tethered while on vacation.

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I used the theft deterrent strap on an existing phone case. Perfect for having my phone available for photos in Rome and Istanbul and not having to worry about getting the strap cut and losing my phone.

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Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Ann! I hope you had a blast in Rome and Istanbul. Wishing you many more amazing travels! Best, Carmen

Good idea, strange design choices. The cable doesn't have much retraction power, so your phone dangles below the tether instead of being pulled flush with it. And you connect your phone to the tether with a key ring, which is challenging to pull apart and attach. Overall, not very user friendly.

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Store owner replied: Thank you for your review and feedback, Emily! Do you happen to know how heavy your phone is? The retraction should be strong enough to keep your phone in place wherever you have it pulled out, and should stay retracted if originally retracted. We also have the phone side attached to the key ring so it is more secure - thieves won't be able to easily unclasp it and take off with your phone. If you do want to make it easier, you can always flip the tether so the phone connects with the clasp. I'll stew on your feedback and will think of ways to make this a bit easier! Best, Carmen

I cannot connect my charging cable with the hook out the same hole in my phone case.

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Store owner replied: Hi Taylor, thank you for leaving a review, and I'm so sorry that your having issues with the charging port! Can you send us a photo so we can confirm if everything was installed correctly? Or do you happen to know if your charging cord head is larger than normal? Best, Carmen

tether was great most of my trip but ended up breaking at the end of my trip!!

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Store owner replied: Thank you for your feedback, and I'm so sorry your tether broke, Amy! We are actually redesigning our tether from scratch with a new factory to create a more durable tether. We unfortunately ran out of the tether you purchased, so we can't send a replacement in the meantime but can either refund you or give you store credit for our new tether we plan on launching next year! Please let me know what you'd prefer. Best, Carmen

I have a work phone AND my keys, and I am always forgetting one of them. This thing has saved my life countless times, and I've had it for only two weeks.

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Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Mikayla! I hope it works well for you and keeps your phones and keys close! Best, Carmen

I did not use it on my recent trip. The gold hook (carabiner) is too thick to insert in any of my purse's rings, in any possible places I can latch it to. It's also funny, now that I look at your photo of someone using it; the purse is wide open as she's using the phone. That defeats the purpose of having all the anti-theft features you have on your purse.

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Store owner replied: Thank you for your review and feedback, Susan! Can you share which bag (or if it is another brand's bag) you are using? We can recommend a way to use it. For the bumbag in the photo, we left the bag open to show you can attach it to the d-rings inside, and you can still close the zipper to keep things more secure, and have the phone outside for accessibility. If there is perhaps a design change we should do to accomodate more ways to attach to things, we'd love to understand more and make that change! We are working on a new version right now. Best, Carmen

This was very stylish and helpful.

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Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Annette! I'm so glad you are enjoying your phone tether. Wishing you safe travels! 😊 Best, Carmen

Brilliant idea!

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Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Cheryl! I'm so glad you are enjoying your phone tether. Wishing you safe travels! 😊 Best, Carmen

It was super convenient! I love it for traveling. It kept my phone safe and sound.

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Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Esther! I'm so glad you are enjoying your phone tether, and I hope you had an amazing trip! Wishing you many more wonderful travels 😊 Best, Carmen

Broke shortly after several uses! This product is not built to last unfortunately.

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Store owner replied: Hi Khalia, thank you so much for sharing your review, and I am so sorry that your tether broke! We actually have identified the main issue that lead to our tethers breaking after you purchased back in May, and have removed all the faulty ones from our inventory. We would love to send you a replacement if that works for you. Please let me know by responding via email, and I can help set that up for you. Best, Carmen

It is great— can clip it easily to a round ring on the inside of my Travelon crossbody bag or can clip it to a little metal ring on the outside zipper of the bag. Either way it keeps my phone more secure., less likely to be stolen by a pick-pocketer and less likely for it to be misplaced. I like the way the wire extends quite a ways so that I can take photos while it’s still clipped on the ring inside my bag. have it clipped onto my Crossbody bag. And even when I have my cell loose ( not clipped in), the carabiner does not get in the way of anything, including charging my cell. It is a fantastic product!

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Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Margaret! I'm so glad you are enjoying your phone tether 😊 Wishing you safe travels! Best, Carmen

I purchased the phone tether for my first trip to Europe. It gave me such peace of mind, as I often leave my phone behind when moving from place to place. Its clip can be attached to a belt loop or purse strap. In addition to feeling more secure from theft, the tether makes it easy to find the phone in my travel bag full of pockets. The phone tether is light but strong, and its steel cable retracts into its reel, so there is never a problem with tangling or the line hanging out. It is convenient and simple to use, meaning that I actually do use it all the time. Traveling without it now seems unsafe! I also love the cherry blossoms design.

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Store owner replied: Thank you for your wonderful review, Lianne! I'm so glad you are enjoying your phone tether, and that it gave you peace of mind. Wishing you many amazing adventures with it! ☺️ Best, Carmen

I love this phone tether bc it a) looks sleek, not clunky b) was a snap to install after watching the video for the product (thank you!) and c) I feel SO much more secure with my phone tethered to my new Arden Cove bum bag. I bought one for my husband also and he will use it to tether his phone to his belt loop. He’s a NASA aerospace engineer and was impressed with the design of this tether and prefers it greatly over the cheap Amazon tether we used on our last trip.

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I love this phone tether bc it a) looks sleek, not clunky b) was a snap to install after watching the video for the product (thank you!) and c) I feel SO much more secure with my phone tethered to my new Arden Cove bum bag. I bought one for my husband also and he will use it to tether his phone to his belt loop. He’s a NASA aerospace engineer and was impressed with the design of this tether and prefers it greatly over the cheap Amazon tether we used on our last trip.

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Store owner replied: Thank you for your lovely review, Renata! I'm so glad you and your husband are enjoying your phone tethers. I hope they serve you well on your upcoming trip! 😊 Best, Carmen