How do I stop iPhone from asking to pair with Apple Watch as I don't have one?

Frequently I get an alert to pair my Apple Watch. I don’t have an Apple Watch. How do I stop that from asking to pair?


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iPhone 14 Pro, iOS 18

Posted on Dec 26, 2024 05:07 PM

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Posted on Dec 26, 2024 07:32 PM

Are you still logged on to the original owner's Apple ID

Log out from the Apple ID and log back in with your own Apple ID.


it's possible that the Apple ID associated with your iPhone was previously linked to an Apple Watch. This could cause your iPhone to prompt you to pair an Apple Watch if it detects one nearby or due to residual settings from the previous pairing. To address this, you can try the following steps:

Check Your Apple ID for Linked Devices:

  • Go to Settings > [Your Name].
  • Scroll down to see the list of devices associated with your Apple ID.
  • If you see an Apple Watch listed, tap on it and select "Remove from Account."


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Dec 26, 2024 07:32 PM in response to CraigT54

Are you still logged on to the original owner's Apple ID

Log out from the Apple ID and log back in with your own Apple ID.


it's possible that the Apple ID associated with your iPhone was previously linked to an Apple Watch. This could cause your iPhone to prompt you to pair an Apple Watch if it detects one nearby or due to residual settings from the previous pairing. To address this, you can try the following steps:

Check Your Apple ID for Linked Devices:

  • Go to Settings > [Your Name].
  • Scroll down to see the list of devices associated with your Apple ID.
  • If you see an Apple Watch listed, tap on it and select "Remove from Account."


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