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Samsung Galaxy Watch7
Replace Existing Device

2026-10-02 11:12:45.711

Samsung Galaxy Watch7
Replace Existing Device

Follow these steps to activate your Galaxy Watch7 if you've recently replaced your watch or have reset the network settings.

Before you begin

The steps below only apply when a watch has been replaced. If you're pairing an existing watch with a new Android™ smartphone refer to Switched Paired Phone.
The Galaxy Watch7 can be set up via Number Share. To set up with Number Share, the companion smartphone must be activated on the same Verizon account as the watch.
Before completing the steps, verify:

Steps

  1. Open the
    Galaxy Wearable app
    on the companion Android smartphone.
  2. If possible, back up the data on your original Galaxy Watch7.
  3. Tap the
    All Devices icon
    .
  4. Tap the
    3-dot Menu icon
    then tap
    Remove devices
    .
  5. Select the applicable watch then tap
    Remove
    .
    Once removed, the watch must be reset before it can paired to another device.
  6. Tap the
    Add icon
    .
  7. From the Pick your device screen, tap
    Galaxy Watch8
    .
  8. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete activation; refer to one of the following, if needed.