If your Apple Watch is lost or stolen, your personal data is at risk.
It’s essential to enable your Apple Watch’s privacy and security parameters.
Here are five crucial Apple Watch security parameters to check right now.
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TapPasscodeand enableUnlock With iPhone.
Alternatively, open theSettingsapp on your Apple Watch, tapPasscode, and then tapUnlock With iPhone.
To ensure Find My Apple Watch is enabled, initiate the Apple Watch app on your iPhone and tapMyWatch.
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TapAll Watchesand select theinformation icon (i)next to your watch.
If you seeFind My Apple Watchamong your options, it means you’re protected by Activation Lock.
If the situation is dire, you could also erase your Apple Watch data remotely.
If you’re selling or giving away your Apple Watch, turn off Activation Lock first.
To turn on Erase Data, openSettingson your Apple Watch, tapPasscode, and then turn onErase Data.
bring up the Apple Watch app on your iPhone and tapMyWatch.
SelectPrivacy, and then tapHeart Rateto turn the switch to off (white).
Next, tapFitness trackingto turn the switch to off (white) and stop sharing fitness data.
Check the other privacy controls to ensure you’re comfortable with the information your watch is sharing.
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