The deadline for switching from a Fitbit account to a Google Account has been moved again. Fitbit users now have until May 19, 2026 to complete the transition if they want to keep using their device and data.
This extends the original February 2 cutoff by more than three months. Google began notifying affected users via email this week, stating that access will be cut off if the move isn’t done in time. That includes syncing, viewing your historical health metrics, or using the Fitbit app. Importantly, even if your Fitbit login uses a Gmail address, you still need to complete the migration manually inside the app.
What changes and when
Fitbit has been phasing out its legacy login system ever since the company was acquired by Google. The plan has always been to consolidate everything under the Google Account framework, in line with company-wide policy changes. Until now, users were told they needed to switch over by early February. That date has now shifted to May 19, giving some breathing room to those who didn’t act in time.
A second key date has also emerged. According to Fitbit, users who don’t migrate by mid-July may see their data permanently deleted. That includes personal health history, fitness records and account settings. Once that process begins, there is no path to recover anything left behind.
Some users are confused as to what will change once they migrate. Nothing really – apart from the way you log into your Fitbit account. You will need to use your Google credentials.
How to migrate
The migration process is fairly straightforward. Everything is handled entirely inside the Fitbit app.
A prompt should appear for eligible users, offering a step-by-step walkthrough. If it doesn’t, head to the app’s settings menu and look for the migration option there. The transfer links your Fitbit data to a Google Account, allows for continued device use, and lets you sign in with your Google credentials moving forward.
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Users who already transitioned do not need to take further action. But anyone still logging in using a Fitbit username and password should update before the deadline. This also applies to users who log in using Gmail but haven’t formally moved to a Google Account under Fitbit’s new structure.
Why this matters
Google’s original intention was to simplify and unify its services, especially as Fitbit gets pulled deeper into the company’s broader health ecosystem. That includes tighter integration with Google Health, as well as enhanced privacy and security protections that come with the standard Google Account setup.
Still, the drawn-out migration process and staggered deadlines have left some users frustrated. This latest extension may help reduce support headaches and avoid a mass lockout event, but it also kicks the can down the road.
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