Abstract: A misplaced article recovery system utilizing an application operating on a computing device, such as a point of sale system, a Smartphone, a tablet, and the like. A unique article registration identifier (numeric or alphanumeric) is associated with a registrant. A tag, label, or other identifying element is attached or permanently applied onto (etched, printed, etc.) each desired article. An application operating on an application hosting device obtains the unique article registration number and a current location of the misplaced article. The article registration identifier and reported article location are forwarded to an article return service provider. The article return service provider determines the registrant and associated contact information, then informs the owner that the article has been reported at the current article location. The owner returns to the reported location and retrieves the misplaced article. The system maintains privacy and anonymity between parties.

Abstract: A misplaced article recovery system utilizing an application operating on a computing device, such as a point of sale system, a Smartphone, a tablet, and the like. A unique article registration identifier (numeric or alphanumeric) is associated with a registrant. A tag, label, or other identifying element is attached or permanently applied onto (etched, printed, etc.) each desired article. An application operating on an application hosting device obtains the unique article registration number and a current location of the misplaced article. The article registration identifier and reported article location are forwarded to an article return service provider. The article return service provider determines the rightful owner and associated contact information, then informs the owner that the article has been reported at the current article location. The owner returns to the reported location and retrieves the misplaced article. The system maintains privacy and anonymity between parties.