Challenges on web Dashboard

Why can't I see my Challenges on my desktop dashboard?  That data is only available on the apps.

 

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535 Comments
mschrager
First Steps

It's been a year since FitBit commented on this post saying they were looking into adding challenges to the dashboard. What is the current status?

 

My phone is broken and because it was custom designed it will take a while to get a replacement to me. I can't see my challenges that I joined before my phone broke and I can't join or start new ones. PLEASE add challenge info to the online dashboard!

edunne
Jogger
Ricky,

Is there any update on this feature request?
There are hundreds of replies to the forum post (I know bcs I started it :)) all clamoring for Dashboard Challenges.
Seems like such a simple tweak with a huge customer satisfaction upside for FitBit.

Looking forward to an update,
Erin
bambii-fawn
Jogger

I urge everyone who has commernted on this post, to post to there facebook, instagram, pintrest what ever, & ask all yur friends to vote for this feature, I know I have been, I don't have a cell ph, so the challenges are useless to me, & that really sucks!

PureEvil
10K Racer

I've mentioned this before, but for the folks who missed it.  If you're running Windows 8.1 or Windows 10, the Windows Fitbit App allows you to participate on challenges.  You can run it on a desktop, laptop, or tablet...  And the Windows 10 version allows you to sync without the need for a dongle.

bambii-fawn
Jogger

Sorry, I have tried doing this, & it just don't work using win 10

bambii-fawn
Jogger

Sorry I hit enter to soon, what I mean to say is, that I can not start a challenge, there is no place that I see to start them

PureEvil
10K Racer

@bambii-fawn,

 

It looks a little different depending on the mode that it's in.  Here instructions for both:

 

In full dashboard mode:

fitbit-challenge-win10-full.jpg

 

In mobile dashboard mode:

fitbit-challenge-win10-mobile.jpg

 

After that simply invite your friends.

bambii-fawn
Jogger

TY Evil, that was helpful!

PureEvil
10K Racer

@bambii-fawn,

 

Since it seems like you're new to challenges.  You can click on the individual challenges (see Goal Day above) to get the leaderboard, chatter, and notifications.

 

Sadly, it still means that folks who have:

  • Earlier versions (pre-Windows 8.1) of Windows
  • Mac
  • Chromebook

Are not able to participate from their computer yet.  Though it seems that Fitbit is looking into it.

KathyFree
Jogger

We need to have the challenges on the website. Not everyone has a smart phone and to have all this information on the dashboard why wouldn't this show?   Please also put back the step tile please. I like the graph on that better. I don't want to have to view the activity chart. I just like to see my steps. Thank you for your consideration!

 

ARockStar
Base Runner

I agree with everything that you have stated @KathyFree!  Smiley Wink

 

geojoe
First Steps

Hello!

It would be very helpful if one could view Challenges in the browser, and not just in the app. I spent ages looking for Challenges on the Dashboard before finally realising that this feature wasn't there.

It seems like an odd choice to limit this to the app, not least beause not everyone has a smartphone/tablet, and many who do may prefer using a web browser for such things anyway (I fall into this category).

Hopefully you can get this sorted at some point soon

🙂

debnk9s
Jogger

My cell phone died today and I have to deal with Apple to get it replaced. I am not happy to learn I can't see the challenge I am in on my lap top (Macbook).  I can't understand why FitBit hasn't responded to the large number of requests I see here asking that the challenges be visible on the web app and I am adding my request for that to happen ASAP.

Smurfette54
First Steps

I am currently in a challenge from friends but can not see it on my desktop computer.

Is there a way to view it here or just on my phone/or tablet?  Thanks

verroccam
First Steps

My phone is down for the count and in the mean time I need to use my comuter for the next 4 months (I know crazy, but I cant afford a new one).  I have challenges all the time and I cant seem to accept them.  Plus I bought my kids and grandmas fitbits recently and they don't have smartphones.  The whole idea was to challange ourselfs and get the kids motivated to move and be active more.  Please oh please add this to online dashboard.

mayzee48
Jogger

please add challenges to the desktop/laptop dashboard


Mariekach
Jogger
Yo hi can only see your challenges in the phone app, it should be available online as well!!!!
PureEvil
10K Racer

If you're running Windows 10, you can install the Fitbit App and participate in challenges.  I'm currently in 3 challenges, this is what it looks like:

fitbit-win10-challenges.jpg

j_cab
Jogger
I would like to be able to see my challenges online and not just in the mobile app
AliceL
Recovery Runner

Please do add this feature!!!  It uses a ton of data just to check the stats of the challenge...

mlaccs
Tempo Runner

Another vote for Mac support.  Browser or in an app.  Windows people are good in that they generate money for the rest of us who need to be able to actually USE our computers.  🙂

irish_eyez
First Steps

Please make challenges available on the dashboard!  I can't challenge my Dad without it!  He's 70 years old and has become so active since getting the Fitbit from us for his birthday.. this would be another way for us to connect with us on a regular basis.

JellyBeaners
First Steps

I have numerous challenges going on at any given time. I would love the ability to view all my changes on the dashboard page of the Fitbit website. Sometimes my phone is not available and I'd like to see where my step count matches up to my friends...

 

I also think this would allow some who may not have a smart phone to join in on challenges as well!! Right now they are missing out 😞

 

Thank you!!!

Kroneg
Recovery Runner

Over a year later (one year and a week to be exact) and still nothing.  Yeah, they're "looking at it".  Riiiiight.

Aesthir
Stepping Up
Still no solution over a year later? The web interface is platform independent so there's a conscious effort somewhere to avoid support for Mac desktops/laptops. I suggest we all rate the Fitfit.app low stars on iTunes/Play Store. If inclined, also write a poor review due to unsolved challenge issues and false advertising on the box.
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