Pairing Your Phone and Activating the Device
Before you can use the inReach® features of your satellite communicator, including messaging, SOS, tracking, and inReach Weather, you must have an active satellite subscription. You must have a valid, unique phone number that can receive a text message to complete activation and pairing with the Garmin Messenger™ app. VOIP numbers are not supported. Always test your satellite communicator outdoors before using it on a trip.
Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communications devices. It is the responsibility of the user to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used.
The inReach Mini 3 satellite communicator works best when it is paired with the Garmin Messenger app. The app allows you to compose and send messages using your phone, and to sync inReach data with your satellite communicator.
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During the initial setup on your satellite communicator, scan the QR code with the camera on your phone to download and install the
Garmin Messenger app.
NOTE: If you previously skipped the pairing process, you can press
or 
and select Activation. If you activate the device through the Garmin Explore™ web interface instead of the Garmin Messenger app, voice notes can be sent but
not received from your inReach Mini 3 Plus satellite
communicator and group messages cannot be sent or
received.
After the satellite communicator and phone are paired, they connect automatically when they are turned on and within range.