How to pair the Apple Watch to your iPhone
Before you start, please note that Apple Watches are not compatible with Android devices.
- Turn on the Apple Watch
Press and hold the side button until the Apple logo appears. - Keep the watch close to your iPhone
A message should appear on the iPhone saying: Use your iPhone to set up this Apple Watch. - Tap “Continue”
If the message does not appear, open the Apple Watch app on the iPhone, tap All Watches, then tap Add Watch. - Choose who the watch is for
Tap Set Up for Myself, or choose Set Up for a Family Member if setting it up for someone else. - Scan the animation
The iPhone will ask you to hold the Apple Watch up to the camera. Line up the watch face inside the viewfinder. - Set up as new or restore from backup
Choose Set Up as New Apple Watch, or restore from a backup if you have used an Apple Watch before. - Sign in with your Apple ID
Follow the on-screen steps, agree to the terms, and choose your settings. - Create a passcode
This is recommended, especially if using Apple Pay. - Wait for syncing to finish
Keep the iPhone and Apple Watch close together until setup is complete.