How to Set a Passcode for the Apple Watch

Passcodes on the Apple Watch are a simple but effective method of securing your device against thieves. Passcodes can be enabled and disabled from both the connected iPhone and the watch itself, but both methods require the watch to be present while setting the passcode.

Method 1: Apple Watch

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Scroll down near the bottom and open the Password settings
3. Tap “Turn Passcode On”
4. Enter a 4 digit passcode, then enter it in again to confirm it.
5. Your Apple Watch should now be passcode protected

Method 2: iPhone’s Watch App

1. Open the Watch app on a connected iPhone device.
2. Scroll down and open the Password Settings
3. Tap “Turn Passcode On”
4. Enter a 4 digit passcode, then enter it in again to confirm it.
5. Your Apple Watch should now be passcode protected