How to Transfer Your Apple Watch to Someone Else

Learn how to unpair and give your Apple Watch to someone else with this easy step-by-step guide.

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To give someone else your Apple Watch, unpair it from your iPhone first. Open the Watch app, tap All Watches, then the info button next to your device. Select Unpair Apple Watch. This erases your data and removes the Activation Lock. The recipient can now pair the watch with their own iPhone by following the initial setup steps.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Can I pair an Apple Watch with a new iPhone? Yes, you can pair an Apple Watch with a new iPhone after unpairing it from the previous device.
  2. What happens to my data when I unpair my Apple Watch? Unpairing your Apple Watch erases all content and settings from the device, but a backup is created on your iPhone.
  3. How do I reset my Apple Watch for a new user? To reset your Apple Watch, unpair it from your iPhone, which will erase all data and remove the Activation Lock.

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