It can be a nuisance when your WHOOP isn’t working properly. After all, we rely so heavily on them for tracking our health metrics 24.7

An issue with your WHOOP can result in missed workouts, incomplete data collection, which nobody wants.

In thisn article we’ll cover how to reset your WHOOP 4.0, as well as how to erase all the data on your device.

Feel free to use the infographic below for a quick fix, or continue reading for more depth.

Reasons to Reset WHOOP Strap

The first thing to understand is why you might need to reset your WHOOP strap. It could be due to syncing issues, it being unresponsive, or your WHOOP won’t charge properly.

Sometimes, like any electronic device, it just needs a good old-fashioned reset to clear any bugs and get it back to working order.

1. Syncing Issues

A common reason to reset WHOOP is when it stops syncing data to your smartphone. This can be frustrating, especially when you are relying on that data to track your performance.

Resetting can often solve this issue by forcing the strap to reconnect with your device and update the data correctly.

2. Unresponsive Strap

Another reason to reset WHOOP is when the strap becomes unresponsive. It might not react to your touch or fail to deliver notifications as expected.

If you’ve experienced this, a reset could be the perfect solution.

3. WHOOP Not Charging

Sometimes, your WHOOP strap might refuse to charge, which can be incredibly inconvenient, especially if you rely on it for your daily workouts and sleep tracking.

Resetting the WHOOP can potentially resolve this charging issue, as it clears out any software glitches that may have been causing the problem.

How to Reset WHOOP Strap

Resetting the WHOOP strap is a straightforward process. To reboot your WHOOP, follow these instructions:

1. Open the WHOOP app.

2. On the bottom pane, select “More”.
   

3. Choose “Device Settings“.

4. Tap “Advanced“. It is in small letters beneath the name of your WHOOP.

5. Scroll down and select “Reboot Device“. 

6. A screen will pop up asking you to confirm. Select “Reboot“.

It’s important to note that this restart will not erase data from your device. To do that, you’ll need to follow the instructions below.

How to Erase All WHOOP Data

In this section, I’ll cover how to clear all the data on your WHOOP strap, as well as discuss how long the WHOOP will store your data locally.

Erase All WHOOP Data

1. Open the WHOOP app.
2. On the bottom pane, select “More”.
   
3. Choose “Device Settings“.
4. Tap “Advanced“. It is in small letters beneath the name of your WHOOP.
5. Scroll down and select “Erase Device Data“.
6. A screen will pop up asking you to confirm. Select “Erase All Data“.

How Does the WHOOP Store Data?

The WHOOP strap will store your data locally on the strap for up to 3 days.

So, when you reset your WHOOP data, it will only delete the data that is stored on it locally since the last sync.

Erasing all data on your WHOOP strap will not erase the data you have stored on your app.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I reset my WHOOP 4.0 band

To reset your WHOOP 4.0 band, start by opening the WHOOP app, then select ‘More’ and head to ‘Device Settings’. In this menu, tap on ‘Advanced’, then choose ‘Reboot Device’.

How do I reset my Bluetooth WHOOP

To reset your Bluetooth WHOOP, you need to open the WHOOP app, choose ‘More’ and go to ‘Device Settings’. In the settings, select ‘Advanced’ and finally tap on ‘Reboot Device’. This will also reset the Bluetooth connection.

How do I delete all data from WHOOP

If you wish to delete all data from your WHOOP, go to the WHOOP app and select ‘More’, then ‘Device Settings’. Under ‘Advanced’, choose ‘Erase Device Data’. Be aware, this action will erase all stored data since your last sync, so make sure to back up any important information.

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