Change the time through the Fitbit app on your phone

The fastest way to change the time on your Fitbit Versa 2 is through the Fitbit app on your smartphone. Open the Fitbit app, tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner, select your Versa 2 from the list of devices, then tap the gear icon to open device settings. Scroll down to find "Time Zone" or "Time" and select your new time zone. The watch will sync within a few seconds.

This method works whether you need to adjust for daylight saving time, travel to a different zone, or correct a time that drifted. The app handles the sync automatically once you confirm your choice, so you do not need to manually enter hours and minutes.

Key Takeaways

  • The Fitbit app on your phone is the primary way to change the time — you cannot set it directly on the watch itself.
  • Open the app, go to your profile, select your Versa 2, tap the gear icon, and choose your time zone from the settings menu.
  • The watch syncs the new time automatically once you save the change in the app.
  • If the time does not update after a few seconds, restart the watch by holding the back button for 10 seconds.

What happens if your watch and phone are not synced

Your Fitbit Versa 2 relies on your phone to receive time updates. If your watch and phone have not communicated recently, the time on your watch may lag behind the actual time. Check that Bluetooth is turned on for both devices and that the Fitbit app is allowed to run in the background on your phone.

Open the Fitbit app and look at the top of the screen — if you see a green checkmark next to your device name, the connection is active. If the checkmark is missing or red, tap it to reconnect. Once connected, the time zone change will push to your watch within seconds.

Restarting your watch if the time does not update

Occasionally the time change does not appear on your watch right away, even after the app shows it has synced. Hold down the back button (the one on the left side of the watch) for about 10 seconds until you see the Fitbit logo appear on the screen. Release the button and let the watch restart — this usually takes 30 seconds to a minute.

After the restart completes, check the time on your watch face. If it still shows the old time, open the Fitbit app again and confirm that your time zone setting was saved. Some users find that closing the Fitbit app completely and reopening it forces a fresh sync.

Changing time zone while traveling

When you travel across time zones, your Fitbit Versa 2 will automatically update if your phone updates first. Most phones switch time zones automatically when you cross into a new region, and your watch will follow once it syncs with the app.

If your phone does not auto-update or you want to manually control the change, open the Fitbit app, go to your device settings, and select the new time zone before you arrive at your destination. This prevents your watch from showing the wrong time during your trip and keeps your activity log aligned with local time.

Manual time entry is not available on the Versa 2

Unlike some older Fitbit models, the Versa 2 does not have a way to set the time directly on the watch itself. You cannot use the touchscreen or buttons to enter hours and minutes manually. The watch is designed to pull the time from your phone through the Fitbit app, which means you always need your phone nearby to make time changes.

This design choice keeps the watch simpler to use and prevents the time from drifting out of sync with your phone. If you need to change the time and your phone is not available, you will need to wait until you can access the Fitbit app to make the adjustment.

Daylight saving time adjustments

Your Fitbit Versa 2 should adjust automatically when daylight saving time begins or ends, as long as your phone updates first. Most smartphones handle this change automatically, and your watch will sync the new time the next time it connects to the app.

If you notice your watch is still showing the old time after daylight saving time has changed, manually update your time zone in the Fitbit app settings. This forces an when ready sync rather than waiting for the automatic update to occur.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I set the time directly on the Versa 2 without using the app?

No. The Versa 2 does not have a built-in time-setting feature on the watch itself. You must use the Fitbit app on your phone to change the time zone, and the watch will sync automatically.

Why does my watch show the wrong time even after I changed it in the app?

The watch and phone may not be connected. Check that Bluetooth is on for both devices and that the Fitbit app is running. If they are connected, restart your watch by holding the back button for 10 seconds. If the time still does not update, close and reopen the Fitbit app to force a fresh sync.

Will my Versa 2 update automatically when I travel to a new time zone?

Yes, if your phone updates automatically. Most phones switch time zones on their own, and your watch will sync the new time once the app connects. If your phone does not auto-update, you can manually change the time zone in the Fitbit app before you travel.

What if I cannot connect my watch to the app to change the time?

Restart both your phone and your watch. On the watch, hold the back button for 10 seconds until the Fitbit logo appears. On your phone, close the Fitbit app completely and reopen it. Then try changing the time zone again. If the problem persists, check that your phone's Bluetooth is on and that the Fitbit app has permission to use Bluetooth in your phone's settings.