How do I unpair an Apple Watch from a previous iPhone?

I have the watch it was connected to my old phone, but I have a new Emil address and the watch won’t unpair



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iPhone 14, iOS 18

Posted on Mar 28, 2025 11:36 PM

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Mar 29, 2025 4:37 AM in response to HelppPlsssssss

Without knowing the Apple Account and the password that has been used to set up the watch, you can not pair it to another iPhone:

Unpair and erase your Apple Watch - Apple Support


However, if you have proof of purchase or ownership, as explained in this related article, the official Apple Support can disable the Activation Lock:

Additional Support - Activation Lock


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How do I unpair an Apple Watch from a previous iPhone?

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