The account transition process initiated by Google after the purchase of Fitbit in 2021 was extended once again with the company’s new statement. In the information e-mail sent to Fitbit users, it was stated that the deadline for transportation is February 2, 2026. This date was withdrawn a year after the end of 2025 previously announced. With the decision, it is seen that users have earned some more time to switch to Google account.
The company emphasized once again that users must switch to Google account in order to continue using fitbit services. Otherwise, access to fitbit services will not be provided. This decision directly affects not only account access, but also the protection of user data. Google, after the specified date, the data that has not been moved clearly said.
Fitbit users will have to switch to avoid losing their data
In the announcement made by Google, all non -moved fitbit data will be deleted after February 2, 2026 said. This deletion will include all personal health and activity data, except for the data that is required to be legally kept. In other words, users should either introduce their data to a new account before this date or download them manually. In any case, the protection of the data is left to the user’s responsibility.
This development directly affects the future use of fitbit devices. Especially Pixel Watch 2 And Fitbit Charge 6 New generation devices such as can now be activated only with Google account. In addition, new users need to register directly to Fitbit service via Google account. Therefore, existing users have to adapt to this change.
Google also offers some tools to facilitate the transition process. Google Privacy Center Users can view health data and manage access permissions. However, such vehicles become available only for users who have switched. In spite of everything, there are some question marks about how much user -friendly google manages this process.
Fitbit’s switching to Google caused health data to be collected in a central system. This brings some concerns in terms of data privacy and management. Users no longer have to be aware that their data is not only Fitbit, but also by Google. On the other hand, it is still not clear how Google stores and analyzes this data.
The transition process is not technically complex for users, but requires attention in terms of timing. Since the accounts of users who do not switch to Google account will be completely deleted, this may have permanent consequences in terms of access to service. In order to actively use their devices, users have to make this transition. In addition to all these, although the time offered for data backup is extended, the deadline is clearly determined.
Fitbit’s health -oriented service structure combined with Google’s general service structure, a new frame has been formed. In this new framework, data is considered as a whole. For this reason, not only devices, but also user habits are integrated into the Google infrastructure. In spite of everything, the data of users who do not switch will be deleted in a way that cannot be reversed.
This transition represents a change of an ecosystem, not just a account. It is inevitable for Fitbit to switch to Google account in order to maintain access to service. However, in this process, it is critical for users to act consciously and protect their data. Google’s time may be the last opportunity to complete this preparation.