unpair watch with iphone

If you still have access to your old iPhone, open the WatchApp, tap on -> My Watch -> All Watches -> tap in the " i " behind your watch -> scroll down the next screen -> Unpair Apple Watch.

If you do not have your old iPhone at hand, you can erase the watch directly:

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1. On your Apple Watch, open the Settings app.
2. Tap General, then tap Reset.
3. Tap Erase All Content and Settings.
4. Type your passcode, if prompted.
5. If your watch has a cellular plan, choose whether to keep or remove it.

• • If you'll pair your watch and iPhone again, keep your plan.
  • If you're selling or giving away your watch, remove your plan. Contact your carrier if you want to cancel your cellular subscription.

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

How to Unpair Your Apple Watch from Your Old iPhone and Pair It with a New One

You can transfer your Apple Watch to your new iPhone in a few steps. If you still have your old iPhone, it's best to unpair the watch from there first. This also creates a backup that you can restore during setup.

Before You Start

Make sure you have the following ready:

Your old and new iPhones, if available.

Your Apple Account password and Apple Watch passcode.

A Wi-Fi connection for your iPhones.

At least 50% battery on your Apple Watch and new iPhone.

The latest available software updates, if possible.

For Apple's complete instructions, see Pair your Apple Watch with a new iPhone.

Step 1: Unpair Your Apple Watch from Your Old iPhone

1. Keep your Apple Watch and old iPhone close together.
2. Open the Watch app on your old iPhone.
3. Tap My Watch, then All Watches at the top.
4. Tap the ⓘ (info) button next to your watch.
5. Select Unpair Apple Watch, then confirm.
6. If your watch has a cellular plan, choose to keep it if you're transferring the watch to your new iPhone.
7. Enter your Apple Account password if prompted.

Your watch will be erased and restored to factory settings. Unpairing through your old iPhone also removes Activation Lock and creates a backup for restoring your watch.

Apple Support: Unpair and erase your Apple Watch

Step 2: Pair Your Apple Watch with Your New iPhone

1. Turn on your new iPhone and sign in with your Apple Account.
2. Turn on your Apple Watch and keep it close to your new iPhone.
3. When the pairing message appears, tap Continue.
4. If no message appears, open the Watch app on your new iPhone and tap Add Watch.
5. Select Set Up for Myself and follow the on-screen instructions.
6. Choose Restore from Backup and select the most recent backup, if available. Otherwise, set up your watch as new.
7. Keep both devices close together until syncing is complete.

Apple Support: Pair your Apple Watch with a new iPhone

Troubleshooting: If Something Goes Wrong

1. You no longer have your old iPhone

You can erase the watch directly:

1. On your Apple Watch, open Settings.
2. Go to General >> Reset.
3. Tap Erase All Content and Settings.
4. Enter your passcode if prompted and confirm.
5. If asked about your cellular plan, choose the appropriate option.
6. Pair the watch with your new iPhone.

Important: Erasing the watch directly does not remove Activation Lock. You may still need the Apple Account credentials previously associated with the watch.

Apple's instructions: Unpair and erase your Apple Watch

2. Your new iPhone won't pair with the watch

Try these steps:

Make sure Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are enabled on your iPhone.

Keep your watch unlocked and close to your iPhone.

Restart both devices and try pairing again.

If the watch is stuck on the Apple logo during pairing, follow Apple's specific reset instructions.

For additional help, see If you can't pair your Apple Watch with a new iPhone.

3. Your watch asks for the previous Apple Account

This usually means Activation Lock is still enabled. Sign in with the Apple Account previously associated with the watch.

If you cannot access the paired iPhone, visit iCloud Find Devices, sign in to your Apple Account, select the watch, and follow the available removal instructions.

For more information, see How to remove Activation Lock.

4. Your watch doesn't appear in the Watch app

Open the Watch app on your new iPhone, tap All Watches, and check whether your watch is listed as awaiting completion. If you see Finish Pairing, tap it and follow the instructions.

If the watch is still paired with your old iPhone, unpair it first if possible.

More help: Apple Watch pairing troubleshooting.

5. Your Health or Activity data is missing

Make sure Health is enabled in your iCloud settings on your new iPhone and that you're signed in to the same Apple Account. If you use a computer backup instead, an encrypted backup is needed to preserve Health and Activity data.

See Apple's guide: Pair your Apple Watch with a new iPhone.

My recommendation: If you still have your old iPhone, unpair the watch using the Watch app before setting it up on your new phone. It's the simplest way to transfer your watch, preserve a backup, and avoid Activation Lock issues.