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Samsung Galaxy Watch3 - Set Up as a Standalone Device

2026-10-05 07:25:36.036

Samsung Galaxy Watch3 - Set Up as a Standalone Device

Here's how to set up your Galaxy Watch3 as a standalone device.
  • While used with a standalone plan, the Galaxy Watch3 won't require an Android™® smartphone or Apple® iPhone®to function after initial activation but does require the phone for certain options (e.g., software updates, email, etc.).
  • Standalone mode can't be used with Number Share and provides limited functionality.
    Continue to use in conjunction with a companion smartphone for maximum functionality.
  1. Ensure your Galaxy Watch3 has been set up using a QR code with an Android smartphone or Apple iPhone.
    If you're upgrading or replacing your Galaxy Watch3, refer to Replace Existing Device.
  3. If necessary, press the
    Home button
     to begin.
    Press the Home button
  4. From the 'Let's go' screen, swipe up.
    Swipe up
  5. Tap
    More info
     to continue.
    May require scrolling to the bottom of the page.
    If no mobile network has been set up, 'More info' will be replaced with a question mark icon Question icon.
    More Info
  6. Scroll to the bottom, then tap
    here
     (underlined, in white).
    Tap here
  7. Review the notice tap
    Continue
    .
    Continue
  8. Review the End User License Agreement and Privacy Policy, tap
    Agree
    .
    Tap Agree
  9. To continue, review and agree (check) to the following then tap
    Next
    :
    • HERE platform Service Terms and Privacy Policy
    • Send diagnostic data
    • Information Linking
    Tap Next
  10. From the 'Samsung account' screen, tap
    Next
    .
    If you choose 'Skip', you can add a Samsung account after setup is complete.
    Tap Next
  11. From the 'Connect to mobile' screen, tap
    NEXT
    .
    If you chose 'Not now', the watch will not be connected to cellular service. Skip to step 14.
    Tap Next
  12. From the 'Select mobile plan' screen, tap the desired plan set up in step 1 then tap
    NEXT
    .
    Options will vary.
    Select the plan then tap NEXT
  13. If prompted, tap
    Next
     from the 'Now you can call and text on your watch' screen.
  14. From the 'Create PIN' screen, tap
    Next
    .
    Tap Next
  15. Enter a 4-digit PIN then enter the 4-digit PIN again to confirm.