Pairing Your Phone

To use the connected features on your watch, you must pair it directly through the Garmin Connect™ app, instead of from the Bluetooth® settings on your phone.

  1. Select an option:
    • During the initial setup on your watch, select Check mark when you are prompted to pair with your phone.

    • If you previously skipped the pairing process, from the watch face, hold Middle-left button, and select Watch Settings > Connectivity > Pair Phone.

    • If you want to pair a new phone, from the watch face, hold Middle-left button, and select Watch Settings > Connectivity > Phone > Pair Phone.

  2. Scan the QR code with your phone, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the pairing and setup process.
  3. To use the LTE and satellite connected features of your fēnix® 8 Pro watch, download and install the Garmin Messenger™ app using your phone (Garmin Messenger App), and follow the on-screen instructions to activate an inReach® service plan.
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November 2025