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Google Pixel Watch 2
Activate / Set Up Device

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Google Pixel Watch 2
Activate / Set Up Device

Activate your Pixel Watch 2 to get started. This ensures you can make calls and send messages.

Before you begin

If the Pixel Watch 2 was purchased outside of Verizon, contact us to start a line of service for your device.
The Pixel Watch 2 is not compatible with Apple® devices.
The Pixel Watch 2 can be set up via Number Share. To set up with Number Share, the companion smartphone must be activated on the same Verizon account as the watch.
If you're pairing an existing Pixel Watch 2 with a new Android™ smartphone, refer to Switch Paired Phone.
Before completing the steps below, verify:
  • your watch is charged and powered on.
  • you've installed the Google Pixel Watch app on the companion Android smartphone via the Google Play™ Store.
  • your companion Android smartphone has a cellular or Wi-Fi connection.
  • your eSim activation has been processed.

Steps

  1. Open the
    Google Pixel Watch app
    .
  2. Tap
    Set up watch
    .
  3. To continue, from the Terms of service screen, review then tap
    I agree
    .
  4. From the Connect your watch screen, tap
    Google Pixel Watch 2
    then approve the necessary permissions.
  5. To pair your devices, ensure the passkey matches what's displayed on the Pixel Watch 2 then tap
    Pair
    .
  6. Sign in to your Google account.
  7. From the Copy to your watch screen, tap
    Copy
    or
    Cancel
    .
  8. To continue, review the Additional legal terms then tap
    I agree
    .
  9. Select the desired orientation options then tap
    Continue
    .
  10. Tap
    Set up more
    to add Google Heath, Wallet, assistant, etc., or tap
    Start using your watch
    .
  11. From the Ready to explore screen, tap
    Done
    .