GPS

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Which devices have built-in GPS?

• Currently, Fitbit Ionic and Charge 4 devices have built-in GPS. 
• Fitbit Versa Series, Inspire HR, Charge 3, Charge 2 and Blaze have connected GPS which means they use the sensors on your nearby phone to capture GPS data. Keep your phone close to your device during an activity and use the Fitbit app to record GPS data.
  

What activities offer GPS tracking?

Only activities where you cover physical distance outdoors, like a run, walk, hike, bike, interval workout, and golf offer GPS tracking. Capture your route, distance, pace, and more using the GPS sensors on your phone. Your Fitbit device calculates your steps taken, active minutes, and calories burned during the activity.

GPS tracking on a bike ride 

Enable GPS tracking is dependent on your device. Specific instructions are here on our help site.

GPS not working

Explore requirements on our help site which vary based on whether you're using Connected GPS or built-in GPS. Some immediate tips:

• Make sure that you have a clear view of the sky when you start the exercise. 
• Check the type of exercise you're tracking offers GPS tracking
• Check that GPS is turned on for the exercise in your settings
• Ensure your device is charged
• Ensure syncing is working
• For Connected GPS, make sure that your phone is within 30 feet of your device
• Confirm that the Fitbit app can run in the background on your phone, track your location and that the Fitbit app is set up to use your phone's GPS sensors.
  

Turn off GPS

Explore how to turn on GPS for your device, usually in exercise settings. For Connected GPS, make sure the Fitbit app is set up to use your phone's GPS sensors.

How accurate is GPS tracking? 

A weak GPS signal might affect the accuracy of your route and other activity data. Learn more on our help site here.

Need more information?

Explore our help articles on various topics:

• How do I use GPS on my Fitbit device?
  • Does my Fitbit device have GPS?
  • What are some tips for using GPS on my Fitbit device?
  • How do I start a workout with GPS on my Fitbit device?
  • How do I see GPS data captured by my Fitbit device?
  • How do I turn on GPS for an exercise on my Fitbit device?
  • How do I use the Fitbit app to capture GPS data?
  • How do I allow the Fitbit app to use my phone's GPS sensors?
  • How accurate is my GPS data?
  • Can I download my GPS data?
  • Why isn't GPS working on my Fitbit device?
• How do I capture GPS data with my device?