Set up Fitbit Surge: Instructions for getting started

To use your Fitbit Surge, you must first set up the fitness tracker. We show you how to do this in this practical tip.

Set up Fitbit Surge - this is how the first start works

1. First, download and install the free Fitbit app for Android or for iOS.
2. After installation, tap "Become a Fitbit member" and enter your details.
3. In the next step, tap on "Pairing" to be able to link your Fitbit Surge with your account.
4. Now turn on the tracker. You may need to allow the app to communicate with the tracker.
5. Then select your tracker from the list and tap on the entry to start the pairing.
6. Wait for the pairing to complete. You can then get started immediately.

Set up Fitbit Surge - first settings after pairing

1. Once you have successfully set up the tracker, you should first set your goal in the dashboard.
2. Also indicate there whether the information should be in steps or kilometers.
3. You can also use the tracker to sleep. To do this, tap the tracker until it vibrates. You leave the so-called sleep mode again in the same way.
4. Don't forget to regularly sync your results between the app and the tracker. This works directly in the Fitbit app.

If you want an individual tracker, you can change the Fitbit Surge bracelets.