Can I use any dongle for my Fitbit?
Any dongle will not do. You can sync via a compatible smartphone if you have one while you are looking for your dongle, or borrow a friend’s dingle, since any Fitbit dongle will sync any Fitbit.
Do I need the Fitbit dongle to sync?
You will need a fitbit wireless dongle to sync your Zip to a computer. You can purchase replacement dongles from the online store (see link at the top of this page). Alternatively, you can sync to a phone or tablet without a dongle as long as the phone or table is supported by fitbit.
What is the dongle for my Fitbit?
The wireless sync dongle is the small USB device that comes with most Fitbit trackers. The dongle allows your tracker and computer to communicate with one another.
Does a dongle come with a Fitbit?
Ozzie65. Hello @evet and @Annabel398 – The new Fitbit devices are not being shipped with dongles, although dongles can be used. They can be synced with any computer that has Bluetooth. Be sure to visit Fitbit help if more help is needed.
Does Fitbit Charge 2 need a dongle?
The reason why it doesn’t come with a dongle is that in the vast majority of cases, you don’t need it anymore. You can sync with: Most smartphones.
How do I use the Fitbit dongle?
Plug the USB dongle that came with your Fitbit into your computer, and place your tracker nearby. Once the devices are paired, your tracker will connect to your Fitbit account and your data will sync with your account via the Fitbit dongle when they’re near each other.
How do you use a Fitbit dongle?
To sync your Fitbit tracker to a PC, insert the Fitbit wireless dongle into your PC’s USB port. Place your tracker within 20 feet of the dongle. Then, look for the Fitbit Connect icon in the lower right corner of your PC screen, or open the app by clicking “All Programs,” then “Fitbit Connect.”
Can you use Fitbit without premium?
Do I need to pay for Fitbit Premium if I buy a new Fitbit? No, but Premium will unlock more of the health capabilities of the upcoming Fitbit Sense. The Sense includes an electrodermal activity sensor that you can press your palm against to get a reading of your overall stress.