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AngelusGB
User level: Level 1 (4 points)

How to unpair Apple Watch from IPhone?

How do I unpair my Apple Watch Ultra 3 from my old iPhone (16 Pro), so I can then connect it to my new iPhone (18 Pro)? TIA

Posted on Oct 30, 2026 2:26 PM

1 reply

Phil0124
User level: Level 10 (242,520 points)

Oct 30, 2026 2:30 PM in response to AngelusGB

Hello,


See the following support document for steps.

click here ➜ Unpair and erase your Apple Watch - Apple Support

  1. Keep your Apple Watch and iPhone close together.
  2. On your iPhone, open the Apple Watch app.
  3. Go to the My Watch tab and tap All Watches.
  4. Tap the info button next to the watch that you want to unpair. 
  6. Tap Unpair Apple Watch. 

  9. Tap Unpair [your Apple Watch name].


Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256386136