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Google Pixel Watch - Turn NFC On / Off

2026-10-15 12:25:36.02

Google Pixel Watch - Turn NFC On / Off

Here's how to turn NFC on or off so compatible apps can transfer files from your Pixel Watch.
Near Field Communication (NFC) allows the transfer of data between devices that are a few centimeters apart, typically back-to-back.
  • Ensure your Pixel Watch software is up to date as the steps below apply to the most recent version.
  • Near Field Communication (NFC) allows the transferring of data between devices that are a few centimeters apart, typically back-to-back. NFC must be enabled for NFC-based apps (e.g., Samsung Pay) to function correctly.
  1. From the watch screen, press the
    Crown button
     to open the apps screen.
    Crown button
  2. Navigate:
    Settings
    Connectivity
    NFC
    .
  3. Tap the
    NFC switch
     to turn on On switch icon or off Off switch.