How to unpair watch
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Original Title: Watch
How to unpair watch
[Re-Titled by Moderator]
Original Title: Watch
Posted on Sep 17, 2026 9:21 PM
Sep 17, 2026 11:23 PM in response to Ruthruthruthruth
You can unpair the Apple Watch by using the WatchApp on your paired iPhone, or erase the watch directly.
But, if you do that without the iPhone, the Activation Lock will not be removed.
Have a look at the related article:
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Unpairing erases your Apple Watch, restores it to factory settings, and removes Activation Lock. If you don't have the iPhone that's paired with your watch, you can erase the watch, but Activation Lock will remain.
8 . Type your Apple Account password to disable Activation Lock, then tap Unpair.
After it unpairs, you can set up your Apple Watch again or turn it off if you're selling it or giving it away.
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If you don't have your iPhone, erase your Apple Watch
This erases your Apple Watch and restores it to factory settings, but doesn't remove Activation Lock. If you're selling or giving away your Apple Watch, it's best to use your iPhone to unpair it
6 . Tap Erase All to confirm.
After it erases, you can set up your Apple Watch again. You'll need the Apple Account and password associated with the watch to turn off Activation Lock.
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copied from: Unpair and erase your Apple Watch - Apple Support
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256359462