Open the Fitbit app and tap Join Fitbit. Follow the on-screen instructions to create a Fitbit account and connect (“pair”) your Fitbit device to your phone or tablet. Pairing makes sure your Fitbit device and phone or tablet can communicate with one another (sync their data).

What to do when you first get a Fitbit?

If you are starting the New Year off with a new Fitbit, then here’s your guide for getting up and moving with your fitness tracker.

  1. Set up Fitbit with Fitbit app.
  2. Choose clock face.
  3. Customize display.
  4. Add battery life to display.
  5. Set daily goal.
  6. Set reminders to move.
  7. Manually log an exercise.
  8. Set sleep goals.

Why won’t my Fitbit setup to my phone?

Try setting up your device again. Remove all other Fitbit devices from your account and from the list of connected Bluetooth devices on your phone or tablet. 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 do I reset a Fitbit?

Fitbit factory reset

  1. From your tracker, swipe across to the ‘Settings’ menu.
  2. Once in the ‘Settings’ section, find the ‘About’ tab and tap it.
  3. From here, scroll to the section that’s labelled ‘Factory Reset’ or ‘Clear User Data’.
  4. You’ll then be prompted to confirm the decision to clear your Fitbit to its box settings.

Does Fitbit work without a phone?

Fitbit works fine without any connection to a smartphone, tablet, or computer.

Why is my Fitbit not connecting?

Troubleshooting steps 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. Remove all other Fitbit devices from your account and from the list of connected Bluetooth devices on your phone.

Do I need a computer to set up my Fitbit?

To set up a FitBit on a computer, install the Fitbit Connect software, set up an account, and log in. Next, connect your tracker to your computer to view and log your data.

How do I set up my fitbit to my computer?

Fitbit Connect For Mac Go to Double click the file. When the Fitbit Connect installer opens, click “Continue” until the app is installed on your PC. Once Fitbit Connect is installed, insert the Fitbit sync dongle into your computer’s USB port. Wait for the software to recognize your device. Click “Set Up New Device.”.

How is a Fitbit set up on a computer?

How to Set Up a Fitbit on My Computer Click Set Up a New Fitbit Device. Click your tracker from the list of devices. Click Set up [Your Tracker] Click the next button to agree to the terms of service and advance through the set up process. It looks like an arrow at the bottom of the… Keep clicking the next button to advance through each informational screen. The screens give you details about your tracker, such as how to charge it… See More….

How to set up a new Fitbit?

If your computer isn’t Bluetooth-enabled, insert a wireless sync dongle into a USB port on your computer.

  • Go to .
  • Scroll down and click the pink Download button.
  • After the download completes, double-click the downloaded file to start installation.
  • After installing, when prompted, choose Set up a New Fitbit Device.
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to create a Fitbit account and connect your device.