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Samsung Galaxy Watch5 / Watch5 Pro
Activate / Set Up Device

2026-10-15 06:27:17.973

Samsung Galaxy Watch5 / Watch5 Pro
Activate / Set Up Device

Activate your Galaxy Watch5 / Watch5 Pro to get started. This ensures you can make calls and send messages.

Before you begin

Ensure the Galaxy Watch5 / Galaxy Watch5 Pro is charged and powered on. If you're replacing an existing watch, refer to Replace Existing Device.
Install the Galaxy Wearable app on the companion Android smartphone. If you're pairing an existing watch with a new Android smartphone, refer to Switched Paired Phone.
If you are setting up Number Share, ensure your eSIM activation has been processed and your companion smartphone is active on the same Verizon account.
Ensure your companion Android™ smartphone has a cellular or Wi-Fi connection.
If your Galaxy Watch5 / Galaxy Watch5 Pro was purchased outside of Verizon, contact us to start a line of service for your device.

Steps

  1. Open the
    Galaxy Wearable app
    .
  2. Tap
    Start
     then tap
    Galaxy Watch5
     or
    Galaxy Watch5 Pro
    .
  3. Ensure the passkey matches what's displayed on the Galaxy Watch5 / Watch5 Pro then tap
    Pair
     on the phone and the
    Checkmark icon
     on the watch.
  4. If prompted to install the Galaxy Watch5 / Watch5 Pro Manager, tap
    OK
     then follow the onscreen steps to install.
  5. Tap
    Sign in
     to complete the Samsung account setup and access more features.
  6. Review the agreements and policies, tap
    I agree to all (optional)
     then tap
    Continue
    .
  7. To continue, review the Google™ Terms of Service then tap
    I agree
    .
  8. To add your Google Account, confirm the correct account is displayed then tap
    Next
    .
  9. Select apps for your watch screen, select the desired apps then tap
    Continue
    .
  10. From the Automatic watch backup screen, review the info then tap
    Next
    .
  11. Tap
    Preferred wrist
     to set your wearing preferences.
  12. Review the features of your watch (i.e., Get help in an emergency, Track your daily activity, etc.) then tap
    Next
     after each one to continue.
  13. If an eSIM has been activated on your account, tap
    Next
     to add your mobile plan.
  14. Tap
    Tips and user guide
     to take a tour of your watch.