Fitbit devices are becoming synonymous with fitness in today’s world. Along with Fitbit devices, Fitbit mobile app has become very popular as it offers insights into your everyday activity. You can track your activities, set fitness goals to achieve them, and track overall progress.
However, keeping the device connected to your phone will drain the battery significantly. But you do not need a phone to use Fitbit devices. You can progress your activities and data insights from your computer as well. This is possible through Fitbit Connect application. In this article, we will illustrate how to sync Fitbit devices on your computer.
How To Sync Fitbit Device With Fitbit Connect?
Here are the steps to follow in order to set up Fitbit Connect software on your computer.
1. Set Up Fitbit Connect For Mac Users
Step 1: On your Mac, you visit “www.fitbit.com/setup”.
Step 2: On the page, you will have to click on Download for Mac.
Step 3: Double click on the downloaded file to install it.
Step 4: Follow the on-screen instructions on the installer to complete the installation process.
Step 5: Now, out Fitbit Sync dongle on your computer’s USB port. Wait for Fitbit Connect to identify the device.
Step 6: Select Set Up New Device option.
Step 7: Log in to the Fitbit account or you can create a new account if required.
Step 8: Agree to the Terms of Service and set up your profile.
Step 9: Keep the Fitbit near the dongle and select the correct Fitbit tracker.
Step 10: Connect Fitbit with your Mac via Bluetooth.
Step 11: Pair Mac and Fitbit with the pairing code.
Step 12: Click on Connect button to sync Fitbit data to your Fitbit account.
How To Sync Fitbit To Mac?
These are the steps that you will have to follow to sync Fitbit to Mac PC.
Step 1: Insert the Fitbit wireless dongle on the USB port.
Step 2: Keep the tracker within a range of 20 feet from the dongle.
Step 3: Hit the icon of Fitbit Connect.
What Is The Function Of Fitbit USB Dongle?
You cannot connect your Fitbit to your computer through your charging cable. That is where Fitbit Dongle can be useful. Fitbit Dongle acts as a Bluetooth connector and you can connect your Fitbit to your computer through Fitbit Dongle. Thereafter, you can transfer data from Fitbit to your computer.
Is It Possible To Sync My Fitbit Without Dongle?
Computer owners who have Bluetooth LE 4.0, they do not have the use of a dongle for Fitbit sync. For this, you will have to check what Bluetooth version your computer system is having.
For Windows, you can confirm the Bluetooth version by going to the Control Panel. You can proceed ahead by selecting Device Manager followed by Bluetooth. If your computer is compatible with Bluetooth LE 4.0, then it will be highlighted as Bluetooth LE Enumerator.
Mac allows checking the Bluetooth version by going to the menu bar. Click About This Mac followed by More Info and System report. You can now select Bluetooth and hit on the LMP version.
How To Sync Via Mac Fitbit Connect App?
The Mac Fitbit connect app lets you sync it in two different ways.
Method 1
Hit on the Launchpad icon that is on the screen’s bottom left side.
Look for Fitbit Connect.
Open the app and hit on the option of Sync Now.
Method 2
Look for Fitbit Connect by going through the Finder window in the Applications folder.
Open the app and select Sync Now.
Set Up Fitbit Connect For Windows PC
Step 1: Visit “www.fitbit.com/setup” on your Windows computer.
Step 2: Select Download for Windows.
Step 3: Double click the file which will download as .exe
Step 4: Install the app on your system.
Step 5: Connect the Fitbit sync dongle via USB port
Step 6: After the software recognizes the device, select Set Up New Device.
Step 7: Create a new login for or enter the details of the existing account.
Step 8: Create your profile and agree to all its terms of service.
Step 9: Place the tracker near the Fitbit USB dongle and select the Fitbit device.
Step 10: Make way for Bluetooth connectivity between Fitbit and the Windows operating system.
Step 11: Enter the Bluetooth pairing code to pair Fitbit with your PC.
Step 12: Click Connect to start the syncing process.
How To Sync Fitbit To My PC?
Just like the Mac, you can sync the Fitbit to your Windows PC via the USB port. Make sure that the tracker is within a range of 20 feet from the dongle.
Step 1: Look for the Fitbit Connect icon.
Step 2: Select All Programs followed by Fitbit Connect.
Step 3: Right-click on the icon and hit Sync Now.
How Should I Sync To Fitbit Connect?
Connecting to Fitbit Connect can be done at any time. Do note that the distance between the computer and the Fitbit USB dongle must be at a range of 20 feet. Once connected, it will sync the data every 15 minutes. You can connect the Fitbit Blaze to the computer with the help of a charging cable. Login to the Fitbit account and select the gear icon on the dashboard. To track the previous synchronization, you can follow the timestamp.
If Fitbit Connect Is Not Syncing, Try The Following Steps –
- Keep Your Tracker within 20 Feet of Fitbit USB Dongle.
- Ensure That Your Fitbit Tracker Is Paired.
Always pair the Fitbit tracker. To perform it, you can go to fitbit.com and log in. You can even try restarting your computer or your device.
Another way will be to insert the dongle into a different USB port. If all of the above does not work, you can reinstall Fitbit Connect and look for the latest version.
Basic Setup Steps For Fitbit Devices –
1. For Charge HR
When there is outdated firmware, there will be a likelihood of problems with Fitbit Charge HR. For this, it is important to confirm the version of Charge HR firmware. Follow these steps for the same.
Step 1: On the Fitbit account, click on the gear icon.
Step 2: Select Settings followed by Devices.
Step 3: Restart the Charge HR to have the latest version.
2. For Fitbit Blaze
Fitbit Connect for Fitbit Blaze can be synced directly with the charging table. This does not require any dongle. However, you need to note that your operating system must have Windows 10. Also, the Fitbit app must be installed. The Blaze must be locked in the charging cradle and it has to be plugged directly into your computer system.
3. For Fitbit One
Setting up Fitbit Connect for Fitbit One requires removing all the Bluetooth devices. In doing so, there will be no interference problems with Bluetooth.
Conclusion
By going through the above steps, you can use Fitbit on your computer. As long as your system and the Fitbit tracker are within a range of 20 feet, you can have up-to-date progress of your day-to-day activity. It is perfect for achieving your health goals and you don’t have to worry about using your smartphone or tablet to do the same. It offers an easy-to-read chart to check all your stats.
