Stop. Do not poke or mess around with the small holes behind your Fitbit fitness tracker in an attempt to reset Fitbit. You might cause irreparable damage because these might contain sensors or possibly a microphone.
If you have concerns about your Fitbit device not syncing or responding to taps and swipes, the best way to overcome all operational issues is to restart or erase/ clear the data on your Fitbit.
This is also recommended to all users who wish to resell their device when they upgrade to a newer version. Just follow the instructions in this article and reset your Fitbit device to protect all your personal data.
How To Reset Fitbit
Note: Before you reset Fitbit devices, you should know that resetting will completely wipe out all the stored data in your device. If you are looking for ways to fix operational issues, it is recommended that you restart your device instead of resetting it.
Reset Fitbit Charge 5, Charge 6, Luxe and Inspire 3
Step 1 – Swipe down the clock screen of your Fitbit device.
Step 2 – Tap to open Settings.
Step 3 – Select Device Info.
Step 4 – Tap to Clear User Data.
When you reset Fitbit Charge 5, Charge 6, Luxe, and Inspire 3, all your stored data will be automatically deleted, helping you to fix all operational issues and giving you a fresh start. You will need to pair and set up the device again as new.
Reset Fitbit Charge 3 And Charge 4
Step 1 – Open the Settings app on your Fitbit device.
Step 2 – Swipe down to find About.
Step 3 – Tap to Clear User Data.
Reset Fitbit Versa And Sense Series
Step 1 – Open the Settings app on your Fitbit device.
Step 2 – Swipe down to find About.
Step 3 – Tap on Factory Reset.
Reset Fitbit Inspire, Inspire 2, Inspire HR, And Ace 3
Step 1 – Open the Settings app on your Fitbit device.
Step 2 – Tap to Clear User Data.
Note: Fitbit Inspire 2 users should first deactivate their Tile app before they reset their Fitbit devices.
Reset Fitbit Ace 2
Step 1 – Connect your Fitbit Ace 2 to the charging cable.
Step 2 – Then, open the Settings app on your Fitbit Ace2.
Step 3 – Tap to Clear User Data.
Step 4 – Press the screen for 3 seconds when prompted.
Your Fitbit Ace 2 data will automatically reset when you feel the gadget vibrate and the clock reappears on the screen.
Reset Aria Scale Series
Step 1 – Remove the batteries from your Fitbit device.
Step 2 – Wait for 10 seconds before you insert them once again.
Users who wish to resell their Fitbit Aria should ensure that they log out of their Fitbit account and remove it from the device.
Reset Fitbit Flyer (headphones)
To reset the Fitbit Flyer, users should first clear all paired devices from the memory of the Fitbit app. Then, press the following combinations of the buttons on the device to reset it.
Up – Down – Up – Down – Up – Select
You will notice that the LED flashes 5 times in white before the Fitbit Flyer turns off. Your fitness tracker will be completely reset when you turn it back on.
Reset Other Fitbit Devices
The data of all other Fitbit devices that are not mentioned in the list above will be automatically cleared when it is paired to a new account. You can remove your Fitbit device from your account by following the instructions illustrated below:
Step 1 – Open the Fitbit app on your smartphone and tap on the Today tab.
Step 2 – Tap to open Devices.
Step 3 – Select the device that you want to remove.
Step 4 – Tap the Trash Can icon to remove it.
Step 5 – Follow the on-screen prompts to remove the Fitbit device from your account
Remember that any data that has not been synced will be automatically deleted when you remove your Fitbit device from your account.
Wrap Up
Fitness goals change as people change over time. It is perfectly okay if you wish to have a clean slate and start from scratch. Whether you are upgrading your Fitbit fitness tracker or amping up your fitness goals, it is recommended that you first reset your Fitbit, so that it can keep up with your new goals and track the progress accordingly.
We hope that you can now easily reset your Fitbit by following the instructions explained in this article and make the lifestyle changes that you so deserve.
If you need further help after resetting your Fitbit, you may also find our guides on What Fitbit Do I Have? 5 Easy Ways To Find It! and How To Download Apps On Fitbit? Answered! helpful.
