How do I update my Fitbit device?

Fitbit occasionally releases free feature enhancements and bug fixes for your device through firmware and Fitbit Bone updates. For details about each type of update, see What's changed in the latest Fitbit device update? and What's inverse in the latest Fitbit OS update?

For troubleshooting instructions, see Why tin can't I update my Fitbit device?

Note: We release updates to all customers in phases. If an update is available but you don't encounter information technology, check the app once again afterwards.

ClosedHow do I update my Fitbit device?

Before y'all begin the firmware update, charge your device and confirm y'all have the latest version of the Fitbit app installed on your phone or tablet. Note the post-obit:

  • If you update your device at midnight (when your pace count resets) you may see an inaccurate stride count for 24 hours.
  • Updates may take upwardly to an hr or more than to complete.
  • Permit the Fitbit app run in the background on your phone, which allows a small portion of the firmware update to download to your Fitbit device each fourth dimension your device syncs.

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  1. Confirm you lot accept the latest version of Fitbit Connect:
    1. Click the Fitbit Connect icon located near the engagement and time on your computer.
    2. Click Open up Principal Card.
    3. Click Troubleshooting.
    4. Below the Fitbit Connect number, click Check for updates.
  2. Go back to the main carte du jour and click Bank check for device update.
  3. When prompted, log in to your Fitbit business relationship.
  4. If an update is available, follow the on-screen instructions and keep your device shut to your figurer during the update. Afterward you start the updates, a progress bar appears on your device and in Fitbit Connect until the update is complete.
  5. If you lot have trouble updating your device, meet Why can't I update my Fitbit device?

ClosedHow do I update the firmware on my scale?

Your Fitbit scale automatically checks for updates. When an update is available, the scale downloads and installs the update. If you step on your scale and see a progress bar, the calibration is currently checking for updates. Wait until it's done to complete a weigh-in.

Illustration of the scale's screen with a progress bar at the top and, below that, circular arrows in a counter-clockwise direction

ClosedHow do I find the version number for my Fitbit device?

In the Fitbit app, tap the Today tab then your profile motion-picture show then your device epitome. The firmware version number appears under your device'south name.

On the fitbit.com dashboard, click the gear icon and select your device to discover the firmware version.

On sure Fitbit devices, find the firmware version in the Settings app then Virtually or Device Info.

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