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moto watch ultra
Activate / Set Up Device

2026-10-15 08:45:15.105

moto watch ultra
Activate / Set Up Device

Activate your moto watch ultra to get started. This ensures you can make calls, send messages, and connect to the internet.

Before you begin

If the moto watch ultra was purchased outside of Verizon, contact us to start a line of service for your device.
The moto watch ultra isn't compatible with Apple® devices.
The moto watch ultra 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.
If you're pairing an existing moto watch ultra with a new Android™ smartphone, refer to Switch Paired Phone.
Install the Moto Watch app on the companion Android smartphone via the Google Play™ Store.
Verify that your companion Android smartphone has a cellular or Wi-Fi connection, you're in a Verizon coverage area and your eSIM activation has been processed.
Ensure the watch is charged and powered on.

Steps

  1. Open the
    Moto Watch app
    .
  2. Tap
    Get started
    .
  3. Follow the onscreen prompts to review and accept the authorizations and permissions.
  4. Tap
    Pair a watch
  5. Tap
    moto watch ultra
    .
  6. Ensure the passkey matches what's displayed on the moto watch ultra then tap
    Pair
    .
  7. Tap
    Continue
    then follow the onscreen steps to sign in to your Moto account.
  8. To sign in to your Google account, tap
    Sign in
    then follow the onscreen steps.
  9. Follow the onscreen prompts to review and accept the Google Services options (e.g., Location, Automatic updates, etc.).
  10. Set the watch orientation and wrist placement then tap
    Next
    .
  11. Add your biometric data then tap
    Next
    .
  12. If your watch is activated on a cellular plan, tap
    Add eSIM
    or tap
    Not now
    .
  13. Set up a pattern or PIN screen lock to secure your device.