Step count accuracy

[JzRambo]

I can sit here in my chair watching tv

or work on my pc and the fitbit will add steps - a lot over a period of time.

Any thoughts?

Moderator edit: Subject for clarity 

[RicardoFitbit]

Hello @JzRambo welcome to our Community Forums, I'm happy to give you a hand with your Charge 2.

Let me share with you that our Fitbit devices have a finely-tuned algorithm for step counting. The algorithm is designed to look for intensity and motion patterns that are most indicative of people walking and running. When working at a desk, cooking, or performing other activities with arm movements, a device on your wrist may add some steps. When you’re doing activities that involve arm movement—such as working or cooking—you often walk a few steps in-between stationary periods as well, so the device tries to give you credit for those steps. For most users, the number of extra steps added by arm-based movement isn’t significant when compared to your overall stats. For more information, see How does my Fitbit device count steps?.

I recommend you to restart your device to refresh its performance too. 

I'll be here if you need anything else. Let me know if you have any additional questions.