Change the date and time through the Fitbit app on your phone

The fastest way to fix the date on your Fitbit is to open the Fitbit app on your smartphone, go to your device settings, and let the app sync the correct date from your phone. Your Fitbit pulls the date and time from your phone's clock during this sync, so if your phone shows the right date, your Fitbit will update to match it.

Open the Fitbit app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. Select your device from the list, then tap the gear icon to open device settings. Scroll down and look for "Sync Now" or a similar sync button. Tap it and wait for the sync to complete — this usually takes less than a minute. Once the sync finishes, your Fitbit should display the correct date.

If the date still shows wrong after syncing, check that your phone's date and time are correct first. Go to your phone's settings, find Date and Time, and make sure it is set to automatic. Then return to the Fitbit app and sync again.

Key Takeaways

  • The Fitbit app syncs your device's date and time from your phone, so your phone's clock must be correct first.
  • Open the Fitbit app, tap your profile icon, select your device, tap the gear icon, and choose Sync Now to update the date.
  • If syncing does not work, restart your Fitbit by holding the button on the side for 10 to 15 seconds until you see the Fitbit logo.
  • Some older Fitbit models like the Charge 2 and Blaze have a manual date setting in the device menu that you can adjust without the app.

Restart your Fitbit if syncing does not fix the date

A restart often clears out the glitch that is keeping your Fitbit from accepting the correct date. Hold down the button on the side of your device for 10 to 15 seconds. You will see the Fitbit logo appear on the screen, and the device will vibrate. Release the button and wait for it to restart — this takes about 30 seconds.

Once your Fitbit has restarted, open the Fitbit app again and tap Sync Now. The restart usually forces your device to pull a fresh copy of the date and time from your phone. If the date is still wrong after the restart, the issue may be with how your phone is set up rather than your Fitbit.

Check your phone's date and time settings

Your Fitbit cannot show the correct date if your phone is showing the wrong one. Go to your phone's Settings app, search for "Date and Time," and open that menu. Look for a toggle or checkbox that says "Automatic date and time" or "Set automatically" — make sure it is turned on.

If automatic is already on, turn it off, wait a few seconds, and turn it back on. This forces your phone to fetch the correct date from your carrier or internet connection. Then go back to the Fitbit app and sync again. Your Fitbit should now pull the right date from your phone.

If you are in a different time zone than usual, your phone may have automatically updated to that zone. Check the time zone setting in the same Date and Time menu and change it back if needed.

Manually set the date on older Fitbit models

Some Fitbit models — including the Charge 2, Blaze, and Ionic — let you set the date directly on the device without using the app. On these models, swipe down from the top of the screen to open the quick settings menu. Look for a Settings or Gear icon and tap it.

Scroll through the menu until you find "Date and Time" or "Time." Tap it and use the buttons or swipes to change the date and time. The exact steps vary by model, but you will usually see plus and minus buttons or left and right swipes to adjust each number. Once you have set the correct date, exit the menu by swiping down or pressing the back button.

Newer Fitbit models like the Sense, Versa 3, and Inspire do not have a manual date setting on the device itself — they rely entirely on syncing with the app. If you own one of these and the date is wrong, syncing with your phone is your only option.

Make sure Bluetooth is on and your devices are paired

Your Fitbit cannot sync with your phone if Bluetooth is turned off. On your smartphone, go to Settings and turn on Bluetooth. Then open the Fitbit app and check that your device appears in the app's device list. If it does not show up, your Fitbit and phone are not paired.

To pair them, open the Fitbit app, tap your profile icon, and select "Set Up a Device." Follow the on-screen steps to pair your Fitbit with your phone. Once pairing is complete, the app will sync automatically and pull the correct date from your phone.

If your Fitbit was previously paired but has stopped syncing, try "forgetting" the device and pairing it again. In the Fitbit app, go to your device settings, scroll to the bottom, and tap "Remove This Device." Then set it up again from scratch. This usually fixes sync problems that have built up over time.

Update the Fitbit app if you have not done so recently

An outdated Fitbit app can sometimes cause syncing issues that prevent the date from updating. Open your phone's app store — the Google Play Store on Android or the App Store on iPhone — and search for "Fitbit." If an Update button appears instead of an Open button, tap Update and wait for the installation to finish.

After updating, close the app completely and open it again. Then sync your device. The newer version often fixes bugs that were preventing the date from syncing correctly. If you are not sure whether you have the latest version, updating will not hurt and takes only a minute or two.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does my Fitbit keep showing the wrong date after I sync it?

This usually means your phone's date is also wrong, or Bluetooth is disconnecting during sync. Check your phone's date and time settings first, make sure Automatic Date and Time is on, and try syncing again with Bluetooth enabled. If it keeps happening, restart both your phone and Fitbit.

Can I change the date on my Fitbit without using the app?

Only on older models like the Charge 2, Blaze, and Ionic. Newer models like the Sense, Versa 3, and Inspire require the app to sync the date from your phone. There is no manual date setting on the device itself for these newer models.

What if my Fitbit is not syncing at all?

First, restart your Fitbit by holding the side button for 10 to 15 seconds. Then make sure Bluetooth is on and the Fitbit app is up to date. If it still will not sync, try removing the device from the app and pairing it again from scratch. This usually solves persistent sync problems.

Does my Fitbit automatically update the date when I travel to a different time zone?

Yes, if your phone is set to automatic time zone detection. Your Fitbit syncs the time zone from your phone, so when your phone updates for a new time zone, your Fitbit will too. Make sure Automatic Date and Time is on in your phone's settings.