How To Restart Fitbit Versa 2
The Fitbit Versa 2 is a highly regarded smartwatch in the market. However, some users have encountered various issues including slow performance, unresponsiveness to inputs like button presses, taps, and swipes, failure to track steps or other data, and failure to display notifications or reminders.
One of the most effective solutions to address these issues is to restart your Fitbit Versa 2 smartwatch. There are several methods available to restart a Fitbit Versa 2 smartwatch, and we have compiled a list of the best ways to restart your device.
How To Restart Fitbit Versa 2
Method 1: Restart Through Settings
Step 1: Open the ‘Settings’ menu on your Fitbit Versa 2.
Step 2: Scroll down and select the ‘About’ option.
Step 3: Scroll to the bottom and choose the ‘Shutdown’ option.
Step 4: Confirm the shutdown by tapping on ‘Yes’.
Step 5: Once your Fitbit Versa 2 is turned off, press and hold the button on the left until the Fitbit logo appears to turn it back on. This process usually takes just a few seconds.
Method 2: Using the side button on Fitbit Versa 2.
To restart your Fitbit Versa 2, follow these steps:
- Press and hold the button on your Fitbit Versa 2 for 8-10 seconds.
- Keep holding the button until you see the Fitbit logo appear on the screen.
Note: It’s important to avoid inserting any items, such as paper clips, into the small holes on your Fitbit Versa 2, as they are intended for the altimeter and microphone and not for restarting the device. Inserting objects into these holes can cause damage.
If the issue with your Fitbit Versa 2 persists even after the restart, you can try resetting the device as a next step.
Difference between Restarting and Resetting your Fitbit Versa 2:
Restarting your Fitbit Versa 2:
- Restarting your Fitbit Versa 2 is a simple process that turns the device off and on again. It does not delete any data or change your settings.
Resetting your Fitbit Versa 2:
- Resetting your Fitbit Versa 2 is a more thorough action that erases all the data and settings on your device. It is similar to performing a factory reset on a smartphone.
How to Reset your Fitbit Versa 2?
Method 1: Through Settings.
Step 1: Open the ‘Settings’ menu on your Fitbit Versa 2.
Step 2: Scroll down and select the ‘About’ option.
Step 3: Scroll to the bottom and tap on the ‘Factory Reset’ option.
Method 2: Use the side button.
Step 1: Press and hold the side button on your Fitbit Versa 2 until the screen turns off and you feel a short vibration.
Step 2: Once you feel the vibration, release the side button, and immediately press and hold it again.
Step 3: Continue holding the side button until the Fitbit logo appears and disappears. Then, release the button momentarily and press and hold it again until you feel another vibration.
Step 4: When you feel this vibration, release the side button. This vibration confirms that your Fitbit Versa 2 has been successfully reset.
NOTE: It’s important to follow these steps accurately, as failing to do so may only result in a restart of the device. If that happens, please try repeating the steps.
Conclusion
Restarting your Fitbit Versa 2 is a simple solution that can often resolve frustrating issues such as sluggish performance, unresponsiveness to button presses, taps, and swipes, failure to track steps or other data, and the absence of notifications or reminders.
If restarting doesn’t resolve these issues, you can try resetting your Fitbit Versa 2. However, it’s important to note that resetting will erase all data on your device. If there are any other effective methods for restarting the Fitbit Versa 2 that we haven’t covered, please share them in the comments section below.