How To Activate a Fitbit
What is Fitbit?
Fitbit is a popular brand of wearable technology, mainly consisting of activity trackers. These devices are geared toward helping you improve your fitness and health lifestyles. They produce an array of devices that vary in price, function, and style.
How To Activate a Fitbit
- In the Fitbit app, tap the Today tab. then tap Devices .
- Tap Set Up a Device.
- Choose your device.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to create a Fitbit account and connect your scale to the internet. You must know your wireless network password, and the scale must be within range of the network.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did I activate my Fitbit?
There is not specific way to check on it on the settings themselves, but you could access the Activities page. There, be sure to select steps and the ‘Year’ option. From there, go back as far as you can. The moment you stop seeings steps would be the moment when you got your Fitbit.
How do I start my Fitbit charge?
- Plug the charging cable into the USB port on your computer or any UL-certified USB wall charger.
- Insert the other end into the port on the back of your tracker.
- Press and hold the button for 10 to 12 seconds, until you see the Fitbit icon and a version number (e.g. “V30”).
How do I get my Fitbit button to work?
Press and hold the back (left) and bottom buttons until you see the Fitbit logo on the screen. This should take less than 10 seconds. Let go of the buttons.
How do Fitbits work?
The Fitbit uses a 3-axis accelerometer that can track the number of steps taken, in addition to a few other features such as distance traveled, calories burned, and number of floors climbed. An accelerometer is an electromechanical device that measures acceleration forces.
Can I use my Fitbit as a phone?
Use the built-in speaker and microphone in Fitbit Sense, Fitbit Sense 2, Fitbit Versa 3, and Fitbit Versa 4 to take calls from your wrist. For information on receiving phone call notifications on your watch, see How do I get notifications from my phone on my Fitbit device?
Why is Fitbit not working on my phone?
Troubleshooting steps
Confirm that permissions for the Fitbit app listed above are allowed on your phone. Restart your phone. Uninstall and reinstall the Fitbit app. Note: Before you uninstall the app, verify that your phone is running a supported version of Android OS.
How will I know when my Fitbit is charged?
A green battery icon appears when your device is charged to 100%. A solid battery icon with a smile appears when your device is charged to 100%. While your tracker charges, double-tap the screen (or press the button on Charge 6) to turn it on and check the battery level.
How do I know if my Fitbit is original?
Look at the original packaging or box
Fitbit recommends locating your device’s serial number on your device’s original packaging–you should find a label on the side or bottom of your Fitbit box.
What app does Fitbit use?
Download and install the Fitbit app from one of the following locations : Apple devices— Apple App Store. Android devices— Google Play Store.
Why will Fitbit not turn on?
Often, a Fitbit device won’t turn on because of a drained battery, a problem with charging, or it might be affected by a software error.