So, you're ready to part ways with your Apple Watch? Whether you're upgrading, selling it, or just taking a tech break, disconnecting it properly is crucial. Here’s your quick guide:
**The Easiest Way: Through Your iPhone**
1. **Open the Watch App:** Find the Watch app on your iPhone (the one you used to pair it in the first place).
2. **Go to 'My Watch':** Tap the 'My Watch' tab at the bottom.
3. **All Watches:** Select 'All Watches' at the top.
4. **Unpair:** Tap the 'i' icon next to the watch you want to disconnect and choose 'Unpair Apple Watch'.
5. **Confirm:** You'll likely need to enter your Apple ID password. This removes Activation Lock, crucial if you plan to sell or give away the watch.
**Why This Matters:** Properly unpairing erases your personal data from the watch and prevents the new owner (or even you, if you're just resetting it) from using it without your permission. Skipping this step can lead to headaches later!
**Pro Tip:** If your iPhone isn't available, you *can* erase the watch directly from the device settings, but this is less ideal as it might not remove the Activation Lock. Always prioritize unpairing via the iPhone.
