Abstract: The invention relates to a security tag for protecting objects against theft, comprising an electronically detectable security element which is arranged between a carrier layer and a cover layer. The security tag can be fixed to the object which is to be protected against theft with the aid of a loop which can be made from a strip-shaped extension of the carrier and cover layers. The carrier and cover layers are made of a textile material, preferably Jacquard-fabric, which is made at least partially of polyester. The security tag has a simple structure and is partially suitable for securing small, light objects, such as handbags, sunglasses or similar.