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How do I turn on my Fitbit blaze for the first time?

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Matthew Alvarez

Updated on May 17, 2026

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  1. Press and hold the Back and Select buttons (left and bottom right) until you see the Fitbit logo on the screen. This should take less than 10 seconds.
  2. Let go of the buttons.

Accordingly, what do I do if my Fitbit Blaze won't turn on?

Perform a restart on your smartwatch. Find the Back and Select buttons on your Fitbit Blaze (left and bottom right). Press and hold the Back and Select buttons for about 10 seconds, until you see the Fitbit logo appear. Release the buttons.

One may also ask, how long does it take to charge a Fitbit blaze for the first time? 2 hours

Simply so, how do I charge my Fitbit blaze for the first time?

To charge your Fitbit Blaze remove the tracker from the wristband, by pushing the tracker gently out of the back of the frame. Plug the charging cable into your USB port on your computer. Put the tracker inside the charging cradle with the screen facing towards you and the four gold prongs aligned. Close the frame.

Why is my Fitbit not turning on?

Plug your Fitbit One tracker into the charging cable, making sure that the gold contacts on your tracker align with the gold contacts in the inside of the charger. Hold down your tracker's button for 10-12 seconds. Remove your tracker from the charging cable and press its button until the screen turns on.

Related Question Answers

Can you change the battery in a Fitbit blaze?

Use a plastic spudger tool to pry out the battery from its adhesive plastic underneath. Lift up and pull downward to remove battery. Switch to the top portion of the battery and push downward to pry out battery.

How do I turn my Fitbit blaze back on?

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  1. Press and hold the Back and Select buttons (left and bottom right) until you see the Fitbit logo on the screen. This should take less than 10 seconds.
  2. Let go of the buttons.

How do I wake up my Fitbit blaze?

To wake it, press any button, lift and turn your wrist towards you (known as Quick View), or double-tap your tracker where the screen meets the band. The default or “home” screen is the clock. From here you can navigate your Blaze by swiping side to side and up and down.

How do you reset your Fitbit?

To factory reset your tracker:
  1. Attach the charging cable to your tracker and plug the other end into a USB port.
  2. Press and hold the button for approximately two seconds and without letting go of the button:
  3. Let go of the button and hold it down again.

How long does a Fitbit blaze battery last?

What is the estimated battery life for my Fitbit device?
Device Name Battery Life
Fitbit Ace series Fitbit Alta Fitbit Blaze Fitbit Charge 2 Fitbit Flex 2 Fitbit Ionic** Fitbit Inspire series Up to 5 days
Fitbit Alta HR Fitbit Charge 3 Up to 7 days
Fitbit One Up to 2 weeks
Fitbit Zip Up to 6 months

Is fitbit blaze waterproof?

All Fitbit trackers and watches are water-resistant, which means they're rain-proof and splash-proof and can stand up to even the sweatiest workout. For more information about wearing your Fitbit device, see our Wear and Care page.

Can you wear a Fitbit backwards?

Yep! It's simple. Try holding your charge with your other hand and try to turn it around. Works best if the band matches your arm size.

How old is the Fitbit blaze?

Released in January 2016 the Fitbit Blaze is a smartwatch made to compete with the Apple Watch, Pebble, and Android Wear. The Blaze comes with a colored touchscreen, and exchangeable strap and frame.

What is the price of a Fitbit blaze?

Fitbit Blaze price and release date At launch you could buy the Fitbit Blaze for $199 (£159.99, AU$329.95). That price has dropped down a lot so you can now get it for around $140 or £110 during sales periods and a little bit more normally.

How do I get to my Fitbit home screen?

The home screen is the clock:
  1. Swipe down from the top of the screen at any time to see notifications and access shortcuts to music controls, Fitbit Pay (on supported devices), and quick settings.
  2. Swipe up from the clock face to see your stats in Fitbit Today.
  3. Swipe left from the clock face to see the apps on your watch.

Why won't my Fitbit blaze pair with my phone?

Force quit and then reopen the Fitbit app. Go to Settings > Bluetooth and turn Bluetooth off and back on. Open the Fitbit app. If your Fitbit device won't sync after you reinstall the app, log in to your Fitbit account on a different phone, tablet, or computer and try to sync.

What all can a Fitbit blaze do?

The Blaze tracks steps, stair climbing, heart rate and sleep automatically, just like our current favorite fitness tracker, Fitbit Charge HR. It also adds a large color touchscreen and side buttons, which can let you start and stop workouts plus get stats mid-session like heart rate, pace, etc.

Do you have to charge fitbit before first use?

Charging. As with most all wearable tech and rechargeable batteries, it is a good idea to make sure it is fully charged before using it for the first time. Prior to inserting your flex tracker into your wristband, use your USB charger to plug in tracker.

What is the newest Fitbit?

Fitbit Blaze Features: The Blaze, Fitbit's newest device, a cross between an advanced fitness tracker and a basic smartwatch.

How long does it take a dead Fitbit to charge?

two hours

Does fitbit blaze come with charger?

Does the brand new fitbit blaze come with charger? Yes it comes with a USB charger that can be plugged into your computer or into an adapter that you can plug into your wall socket.

Is a Fitbit blaze worth it?

As for the Fitbit Blaze itself, it's still worth considering if you can find one on the cheap. It's not as nice looking as the Versa family, but you can customise it by buying a strap that's more to your taste, and it still tracks steps, runs and receives notifications perfectly well.

How do I sync a new Fitbit to my account?

Open the Fitbit app and tap Join Fitbit. Follow the on-screen instructions to create a Fitbit account and connect ("pair") your Fitbit device to your phone or tablet. Pairing makes sure your Fitbit device and phone or tablet can communicate with one another (sync their data).

How do I update my Fitbit blaze?

When there's an update available for your Blaze, a message will appear at the top of the App screen telling you to update.
  1. Open your Fitbit App.
  2. Tap the Account icon.
  3. Tap the image of your Blaze.
  4. Tap Update Tracker Software.
  5. Your tracker will begin to update.

How do I set up a used fitbit blaze?

Tap on the screen, then tap on Bluetooth Classic to put the watch in pairing mode. On your Android device, go into the device's Bluetooth settings and search for the Blaze. According to the app, it should show up as Blaze (Classic). Tap on it and complete the pairing process.

Why is my Fitbit blaze not charging?

The pins on the device or charging cable are dirty. Dust and debris can accumulate over time. Clean the charging contacts on the back of your device and the pins on your charging cable using the instructions in How do I clean my Fitbit device? Check the alignment and try reconnecting your device to the charging cable.

How do I reset time on my Fitbit blaze?

How do I fix the time on my Fitbit device?
  1. In the Fitbit app, tap the Today tab. > your profile picture > Advanced Settings.
  2. Turn off the Automatic time zone option.
  3. Tap Select time zone and select the correct time zone.
  4. Sync your Fitbit device.