Did you recently purchase a Garmin watch or fitness tracker, and upon opening its box, find that the device was not syncing properly with your mobile? Or perhaps one of your current Garmin devices is failing to recognise your Garmin connect account?
Your Garmin device may not manually sync properly due to several issues, such as if your Bluetooth is not working, Garmin connect app is not installed or running the most up to date version, or if your Garmin smartwatch is not set in pairing mode.
Whether you own a new flagship smartwatch such as the latest edition of the Garmin Fenix 7X Sapphire Edition, or one of its sister devices like the Garmin Vivosmart HR+, whether your primary device is an older model like the Garmin Fenix 3 or even something from last year like the Garmin Vivoactive HR…these tips should help resolve any sync issues from almost any Garmin device.
Read on to find out more!
How do I get my Garmin to sync?
The first thing to check when troubleshooting syncing issues from your Garmin tracker to your Garmin account is to check whether or not your phone’s Bluetooth settings are enabled.
To do this, follow these steps:
- Make sure your device’s Bluetooth is turned on. It would help if you also ensured that Bluetooth is enabled on your mobile device.
- Ensure that both devices are within range of each other for easy Garmin explore. To do this, ensure your device is within 10-15 feet of your smartphone or tablet and vice versa.
- Make sure your device is connected to the correct WiFi or mobile data network. To do this, select your WiFi from the available networks and select “Connect.” If you don’t have access to your home WiFi, scroll down for additional instructions.
- If you are having trouble to connect your device to your WiFi network, try rebooting your modem and router, as well as your Garmin gadget. Doing this can sometimes help the two devices to connect.
Why does my Garmin watch keep disconnecting from my phone?
If you are experiencing issues where your Garmin watch or fitness tracker keeps disconnecting from your Garmin app on your smartphone, the most likely reason is that the two devices are out of range.
To solve this problem, try increasing the distance between your two devices. If your devices are out of range of each other, they will not be able to sync or communicate with each other.
The good news is that as long as you are in range and the two devices are still connected, then the connection in Garmin explore should resume automatically once you move closer.
How long does it take to sync Garmin?
If we’re being honest, the length of time it takes for your device to sync will depend on the type of device you own, as well as the speed of your internet connection.
So while it’s possible to connect your device with your smartphone or tablet in just a few minutes, this usually only applies to devices like the Vivosmart HR, Vivosmart 3, Vivosmart HR+, and the Forerunner 35.
As for other devices like the Fenix 5 series, the Vívoactive HR, or even the Vívoactive 3, this process can take anywhere from 5-10 minutes.
In the case of the Vivosmart 3, Fenix 5, and Vívoactive 3, the syncing process can sometimes be sped up by first turning on the “Mobile Hot Sync” option, which can be found in your device settings.
Doing this should help your device connect with your smartphone or tablet faster.
Top 4 reasons why your Garmin device is not syncing
Now that we’ve cleared up some of the most common reasons why your device might be having trouble syncing, we can focus our attention on the most common reasons why your device might not be syncing.
These are:
1. Garmin Connect Is Not Installed
You will need to download the Garmin Connect app to pair and sync your Garmin gadget with your mobile device. This will all you to sync data.
To connect your Garmin gadget to your phone, you must first download and install the Garmin Connect app.
If you haven’t already, make sure the app is downloaded and installed on your mobile device.
Just in case you don’t already have it, here’s how to get the Garmin connect app onto your mobile device:
You Can Download It From The Google Play Store or The App Store. To install Garmin connect app, search for it by name using the search box, then pick it from the results list and tap “Install.”
2. Bluetooth Not Working
Bluetooth is the technology that enables wireless connections between devices.
If your Garmin gadget is not connected to your phone via Bluetooth, you won’t be able to sync your activities with the Garmin connect app.
3. Garmin Wearable Is Not In Pairing Mode
If Bluetooth is enabled on your phone and Garmin watch, then the wearable should go into pairing mode automatically.
However, if it does not go into pairing mode automatically, you should manually place it in pairing mode. – On your phone, open the Bluetooth settings and select your device from the available devices menu. – On your Garmin explore, go to “Settings” and select “Bluetooth .”Select “Pairing.”
4. The Latest Version Is Not Installed
There are occasional issues with syncing between your Garmin watches and phone.
These issues are often resolved by updating your Garmin connect app to the latest version.
If you haven’t updated your Garmin connect app recently, it is worth giving it a try.
FAQs
Why is Garmin Connect taking so long to sync?
If there isn’t enough space to store the activities from your Garmin gadget, your device will not be able to sync with Connect.
As for why it’s taking so long for your device to sync, there could be several potential reasons.
For starters, you might be using an older phone or tablet that doesn’t have the processing power to download and store that much data.
Your WiFi connection might also be slow, or you might be too far away from the WiFi router. If that’s the case, try moving to a different location with better reception.
How do I turn on Bluetooth on my Garmin?
If it isn’t, follow these steps: – Navigate to the “Settings” menu on your Garmin gadget. – Select “Bluetooth.” – Find the device you want to connect with your device and tap Bluetooth.
This might be your smartphone or tablet or another Garmin gadget, such as a heart rate monitor, a running footpod, or a cycling speed sensor.
On your device, select “Search for devices” or “Scan for devices . This will put your device into discovery or pairing mode. On your Garmin gadget, select “Pair “.
If you pair a heart rate monitor, running footpod, or cycling speed sensor, you’ll have to select “Add new sensors.
How Do I Restart My Garmin?
To do this, follow these steps: – Press and hold the power button on your Garmin gadget for a couple of seconds until the screen goes black. Press the power button again until you see the Garmin logo.
Now your device should now be restarted. If not, try pressing the power button again.
Conclusion
If you recently purchased a Garmin device, and it is not syncing properly, you should check to ensure that your Bluetooth is turned on.
If it is, make sure your two devices are within range of each other and connected to the same WiFi network.
If these don’t help, try rebooting your modem and router, and try again. You can also try restarting your devices or restarting your modem and router.
If you are still experiencing issues, contact Garmin’s customer service or try reaching out to a third-party support service.
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