Backing up your Google Pixel Watch might not seem important, but it’s the best way to transfer your Pixel Watch’s settings to a new smartwatch. Whether you’re replacing your Pixel Watch orupgrading to the Pixel Watch 2, a backup should be the first thing you do.
These steps work for the Pixel Watch and the Pixel Watch 2. However, if you’re upgrading to another one ofour favorite Android smartwatches, you may’t transfer your settings and customization options using this method.
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Should you back up your Google Pixel Watch?
As your Pixel Watch syncs with your phone when connected, you won’t lose sensitive information if you lose or reset your device. However, all data stored on WearOS exclusive apps, customization settings, and personal settings can be lost, meaning you must reset it to its previous state. Therefore, keeping backups turned on is a good idea to avoid unnecessary frustrations.
A Pixel Watch backup can be restored to a different Pixel Watch. If you’re upgrading to a newPixel Watch 2, you can import your Pixel Watch settings and customization options directly to it.
How to back up your Google Pixel Watch
You don’t need your Pixel Watch to activate backups. Just check that it’s connected to Wi-Fi and charging. If you don’t see the backup option, check that you’ve updated toWear OS 4. Wear OS 3.5 and previous versions don’t have a backup functionality.
If backup is activated, your Pixel Watch is likely backed up and ready to go. This option can be turned on during setup, so it’s likely you’ve already done so. However, double-check your backup before resetting your Pixel Watch, as it may not have backed up your most recent changes.
How to restore your Google Pixel Watch backup
Restoring a Pixel Watch backup involvesfollowing the same steps as pairing your Pixel Watch to your phonewith one key difference. TapRestore from backupafter pairing your watch with your phone. This lets you skip the customization screens when setting up your Pixel Watch. You can do this from any Pixel Watch, not just the one the backup was taken from.
Don’t lose your Google Pixel Watch’s settings
Setting up a new or recently reset Pixel Watch can be a hassle, but restoring a backup can speed up the process. Whether you’re setting up a Pixel Watch or Pixel Watch 2, you’ll want totry these tips and tricksto ensure you get the most out of your smartwatch.
