Connect your Apple Watch to Wi-Fi - Apple Support (2024)

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Connect your Apple Watch to Wi-Fi - Apple Support? ›

If your Apple Watch isn't connecting to Wi-Fi, it could be due to either a software glitch or one of your settings not being correct. You can try resetting all of your network settings to fix the issue. It's possible to reset your network settings from your iPhone.

If your Apple Watch isn't connecting to Wi-Fi, it could be due to either a software glitch or one of your settings not being correct. You can try resetting all of your network settings to fix the issue. It's possible to reset your network settings from your iPhone.

Certain settings needs to be on or off in order for pairing to work. Open your Settings app. Make sure Airplane Mode is turned off and that you're connected to a stable Wi-Fi network to avoid any connectivity issues. Make sure Bluetooth is turned on, and see if it gives you the option of pairing with your Apple Watch.

When your iPhone is off or out of range, your Apple Watch can use a Wi-Fi network to send and receive data. Your watch can also connect to a cellular network if it's a cellular model. And if you've set up an Apple Watch for a family member, they can use a cellular or Wi-Fi connection with their watch.

Try connecting to a Wi-Fi network in a different location. If your device can connect, you need to get help with your Wi-Fi network. If your device can't connect to any Wi-Fi networks, contact Apple. Update your Wi-Fi router with the latest firmware and make sure that the router supports your Apple product.

Your Apple Watch can configure Wi-Fi networks on its own, and also connect to Wi-Fi networks you've set up or connected to using the paired iPhone.

With Apple Watch with cellular and an activated cellular plan, you can stay connected even when away from your iPhone. For all other models of Apple Watch, there are still things you can do even when you are away from your iPhone and not connected to Wi-Fi.

On your Apple Watch, tap Settings > General > Reset > Erase All Content and Settings. Type your password if prompted. For GPS + Cellular models, choose to keep or remove your cellular plan. If you want to pair your Apple Watch and iPhone again, keep your plan.

How do I pair my Apple Watch back to my iPhone? ›

If your Apple Watch doesn't turn on, you might need to charge the battery. Hold your iPhone near your Apple Watch, wait for the Apple Watch pairing screen to appear on your iPhone, then tap Continue. You can also open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone, then tap Pair New Watch.

To open Control Center, touch and hold the bottom of the screen, then swipe up. The Cellular button turns green when you have a connection. The green bars show the signal strength. The Cellular button turns white when your cellular plan is active, but your watch is connected via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi to your iPhone.

You only have to pay if you want to use your watch as a phone, independently of your iPhone. No, you do not have to pay a monthly charge to use your watch. As long as you have your paired iPhone with you, you can answer and make calls from your watch, send messages, etc., without paying the $10 monthly fee.

Make sure that you have the latest software on your iPhone and your Apple Watch. Check for updates to your carrier settings. Make sure that you have an eligible cellular service plan with a supported carrier.

Make sure that your watch is connected to Wi-Fi. On your watch, open the Settings app. Tap General > Software Update. Tap Install if a software update is available, then follow the onscreen instructions.

One device can't connect to the Wi-Fi

It's probably just a momentary network issue, which is an easy fix. Try turning off the Wi-Fi on your device, then re-enabling it — or unplugging and replugging your Wi-Fi dongle. If that doesn't work, restart the device and try again. Then try restarting the router itself.