Resetting your Polar GPS watch can help resolve software problems, syncing errors, GPS issues, performance problems, and incorrect settings. A factory reset restores your device to its original settings and removes stored personal configurations.
You may need to reset your Polar GPS device when you experience:
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GPS not working
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Location not found errors
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Sync problems
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Frozen screen
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Software glitches
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Incorrect settings
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Device connection issues
This guide explains how to reset Polar GPS safely.
Before Resetting Your Polar GPS
A factory reset removes personal settings from your device. Before starting:
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Sync your activities with the Polar Flow app.
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Save important training data.
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Note your preferred settings.
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Make sure your Polar account details are available.
Your synced workout history remains stored in your Polar Flow account.
Method 1: Reset Polar GPS Watch From Device Settings
Most Polar watches can be reset through the watch menu.
Follow these steps:
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Press the Menu button on your Polar watch.
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Open Settings.
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Select General Settings.
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Choose About Your Watch or About Device.
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Select Reset All Data and Settings.
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Confirm the reset.
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Wait for the watch to restart.
After restarting, the watch will return to factory settings.
Method 2: Reset Polar GPS Using Polar Flow App
You can also remove the device connection through the Polar Flow app.
Steps:
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Open the Polar Flow app.
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Go to Devices.
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Select your Polar GPS watch.
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Remove the device from the app.
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Reset the watch from its settings menu.
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Pair the watch again.
This helps fix connection and synchronization problems.
Method 3: Reset Polar GPS Using Polar FlowSync
Some Polar devices can be reset through a computer.
Steps:
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Install Polar FlowSync on your computer.
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Connect your Polar watch using the USB cable.
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Open Polar FlowSync.
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Wait for device synchronization.
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Follow available device reset options.
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Complete the reset process.
How to Reconnect Polar GPS After Reset
After a factory reset:
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Turn on your Polar watch.
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Select your language.
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Set your basic information.
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Install the Polar Flow app.
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Enable Bluetooth.
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Pair your watch again.
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Sync your data.
Your device will be ready for use again.
Fixes After Resetting Polar GPS
A reset can help resolve:
Polar GPS Not Working
Resetting removes incorrect settings that may affect GPS performance.
After resetting:
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Update firmware.
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Sync GPS data.
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Test outdoors.
Polar GPS Not Connecting
A reset can fix Bluetooth and synchronization problems.
Try:
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Re-pairing the watch.
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Updating Polar Flow.
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Restarting your phone.
Polar GPS Location Errors
After reset:
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Go outdoors.
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Wait for GPS lock.
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Allow location detection.
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Start your activity.
Common Polar Reset Problems
Polar Watch Won't Reset
Possible causes:
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Frozen software
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Low battery
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System error
Solutions:
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Charge the watch.
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Restart the device.
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Try resetting again.
Polar GPS Still Not Working After Reset
Possible causes:
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Hardware issue
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Poor satellite visibility
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Firmware problem
Solutions:
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Update software.
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Test GPS outdoors.
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Contact Polar support if needed.
Tips Before Resetting Polar GPS
Follow these recommendations:
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Sync your watch first.
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Charge the battery.
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Update firmware if possible.
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Remove the device from Polar Flow.
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Keep your account login details ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does resetting Polar GPS delete my workouts?
No. Workouts synced to your Polar Flow account remain available, but unsynced data may be lost.
Will a reset fix Polar GPS problems?
A reset can fix software and settings-related issues but cannot repair hardware failures.
How often should I reset my Polar GPS watch?
A reset is only needed when troubleshooting problems or preparing the device for a new user.
Do I need to update Polar after resetting?
Yes. Installing the latest firmware and syncing your device is recommended after a reset.
Conclusion
Resetting your Polar GPS watch can resolve many software, GPS, and connection issues by restoring the device to default settings. Before resetting, always sync your data and ensure your watch is charged.
After the reset, reconnect your Polar device with the Polar Flow app, update the software, and test GPS outdoors to restore accurate tracking and navigation performance.