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How to Set up Your Fitbit Charge 2

In just a few steps you'll be putting your Fitbit Charge 2 to use

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What to Know

Attach Charge 2 to its charging cable and plug it in. Open Fitbit app. Tap Account > Set up a Device.Enter the PIN on the Charge 2 into the Fitbit app. Follow on-screen instructions to complete set up.In the app, tap Account > Charge 2 > Sync Now or All-Day Sync. This article explains how to set up and customize your Fitbit Charge 2 with the Fitbit app on an iOS or Android device or a PC or Mac.

How to Set Up a Fitbit Charge 2 on a Mobile Device

Once you set it up, the Fitbit Charge 2 fitness tracker can record your steps, monitor your heart rate, and track your workouts. Follow these steps to set up your Fitbit with a smartphone or tablet running iOS or Android: Make sure your Fitbit Charge 2 is attached to its charging cable, plugged in, and charging. Download the Fitbit app for Android or iOS. Launch the app and log in if you already have a Fitbit account, or tap Join Fitbit to create your account. New users will need to choose which device they want to set up before creating an account. If you already have an account, tap your Account icon in the upper-left corner of the app dashboard, then tap Set up a Device under Devices. The Fitbit app will search for any nearby Fitbit trackers. When the Fitbit app detects a compatible device, it will begin the pairing process. A PIN will be displayed on the Charge 2, which you will need to enter into the Fitbit app to confirm the pairing. If your phone doesn't detect any devices, make sure its Bluetooth function is on. Once the pairing is successful, your Charge 2 is associated with your Fitbit account. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup process. The Fitbit app will open to the dashboard. To sync your Charge 2, tap the Account icon in the upper-left corner. Tap your Charge 2 under Devices. Under Sync, tap Sync Now to sync your Charge 2 manually, or tap All-Day Sync to synchronize your Charge 2 in the background at intervals throughout the day.

How to Set Up a Fitbit Charge 2 on a PC or Mac

If you don't have an Android or iOS device, you can still set up your Charge 2 using a Bluetooth-enabled Mac or PC. The process is the same, but you'll need to install the correct app for your operating system. You can download the Fitbit app for Windows 10 or Fitbit Connect for Mac from the Fitbit website.

How to Customize Fitbit Charge 2 After Setup

Once you've completed setup, you can modify some settings to customize your Fitbit experience. To find and enable these settings: Tap the Account icon in the upper-left corner of the dashboard. Tap your Charge 2 under Devices. Under General, you can adjust the following settings: Notifications: You can set up the Fitbit Notifications feature, which mirrors some of your phone's notifications on your Charge 2. Reminders to Move: Enabling this feature will cause your Fitbit to notify you if you haven't reached 250 steps by 10 minutes to the hour. Main Goal: This setting allows you to choose your primary fitness goal, including steps, distance, calories, active minutes, or floors climbed. Quick View: With this feature enabled, your Charge 2's display will turn on when you turn your wrist towards your body as if checking a watch. Clock Display: Customize your Charge 2's main screen, where you can choose from a range of different clock styles. Navigate to Account > Charge 2 > Sync and tap Sync Now to apply your updated settings to your Fitbit tracker. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Use Your Fitbit Charge 2 How to Add Friends on Fitbit Can You Text on Fitbit Versa? How to Fix It When Your Fitbit Won't Turn On How to Connect the Fitbit App to Apple Watch Does Fitbit Require a Subscription? How to Set Up Fitbit Notifications How to Factory Reset Fitbit Charge 2 How to Use Fitbit Pay How to Connect Fitbit to Alexa How to Reset Your Fitbit Activity Tracker How to Reset a Fitbit Alta Activity Tracker Fitbit Charge 5: News, Price, Release Date, and Specs The 6 Best FitBits of 2022 How to Fix Your Fitbit Not Syncing How to Set Up and Use Meta (Oculus) Quest 2 Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies

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