Apple Watch not tracking steps

My Apple Watch stopped tracking my steps, what can I do to fix that?

Apple Watch Series 3, watchOS 8

Posted on Dec 3, 2022 11:33 AM

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Posted on Dec 6, 2022 8:34 AM

Greetings Lashanriver,


Welcome to Apple Support Communities. We suggest calibrating your Apple Watch to improve the accuracy of the steps taken. To do so:


1.While wearing your Apple Watch, go to a flat, open outdoor area that offers good GPS reception and clear skies. 
2.If you have Apple Watch Series 2 or later, you just need your Apple Watch. If you have Apple Watch Series 1 or earlier, bring your iPhone for GPS. Hold your iPhone in your hand, or wear it on an armband or waistband.
3.Open the Workout app. To start, tap Outdoor Walk or Outdoor Run. To set a goal before starting, tap the ... icon.
4.Walk or run at your normal pace for about 20 minutes.


Complete details on calibrating your Apple Watch are found in the Apple Support article:


Calibrating your Apple Watch for improved Workout and Activity accuracy - Apple Support


Let us know if you have any questions.


Have a great day!



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Dec 6, 2022 8:34 AM in response to Lashanriver

Greetings Lashanriver,


Welcome to Apple Support Communities. We suggest calibrating your Apple Watch to improve the accuracy of the steps taken. To do so:


1.While wearing your Apple Watch, go to a flat, open outdoor area that offers good GPS reception and clear skies. 
2.If you have Apple Watch Series 2 or later, you just need your Apple Watch. If you have Apple Watch Series 1 or earlier, bring your iPhone for GPS. Hold your iPhone in your hand, or wear it on an armband or waistband.
3.Open the Workout app. To start, tap Outdoor Walk or Outdoor Run. To set a goal before starting, tap the ... icon.
4.Walk or run at your normal pace for about 20 minutes.


Complete details on calibrating your Apple Watch are found in the Apple Support article:


Calibrating your Apple Watch for improved Workout and Activity accuracy - Apple Support


Let us know if you have any questions.


Have a great day!



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