With your Apple Watch, you can control your iOS device and the Deezer app. You can listen to your favorite tracks, editorial playlists, and personal playlists. With Share options, Flow, and improved speed, the Deezer app is easier than ever to navigate on your Apple Watch!
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Requirements
To use Deezer on your Apple watch, you must:
- Have the Deezer app downloaded for your iOS device
- Have Bluetooth enabled and your iOS device paired with your Apple Watch
Note: Deezer on Apple Watch is an extension app and requires pairing with an iPhone via Bluetooth
Note: Deezer Free users will have the download feature blocked
How to download music on your Apple Watch
You can download all your Deezer playlist content on your Apple Watch. This includes your Favorites, editorial playlists, and any personal playlists you've created.
Note: To download music to your Apple Watch, you'll need to use your mobile network or be on the same network as your watch.
- If your phone is nearby, your phone's network will automatically handle the download and transfer the data to your watch via Bluetooth or WiFi
- If your phone is not nearby, in airplane mode, or turned off, the watch will only be able to handle the download if it is directly connected to the WiFi
Note: Depending on the space available and your Apple Watch model, you are able to download several gigabytes of data
How to get Deezer on your Apple Watch
Deezer on Apple Watch is an extension app and requires pairing with a compatible iOS device.
- Set up your Apple Watch and pair it with your iOS device
- On your iOS device, open the Apple Watch app and select the My Watch tab.
- Apps that you can install will appear in the Available Apps section. Scroll down to the Deezer app and select Install
Tip: On Apple Watch, make sure Show App
is turned on
How to use Deezer on your Apple Watch
To navigate and select options, you can use the Apple Watch's touchscreen or its Digital Crown. From the app homepage, you can access the following:
- Offline mode: Access your Downloaded music, including Favorite Tracks, Playlists, and editorial playlists
-
Flow: This tool plays your favorites and recommends songs that we think you'll love based on the songs that you've liked
Tip: You can learn about Flow here
- Favorites: See your library of content and add tracks to it with the Add Favorites button
How to browse and play music on your Apple Watch
When browsing playlists, the most recently updated playlists will appear at the top.
Note: Your playlists will be sorted according to your previous sorting option. For example, in manual order, A-Z, or by recently added songs.
To begin music playback, choose a playlist or album and select on a song to begin. You can adjust the volume level using the Apple Watch's Digital Crown.
Note: You can also select the Dislike button to skip tracks and help Flow understand your music taste better
How to shuffle songs
To shuffle all the songs in your music library, go to Favorites and then select the Shuffle
icon.
To shuffle just the songs in a playlist, select the playlist you desire and then select the Shuffle icon.
Common issues and solutions
We have compiled a list of common issues and their solutions:
- For large playlists: You may have storage limitations on your device, so breaking them down into smaller playlists will ensure they play successfully
- Ensure your headphones are paired directly with the watch in the watch's Bluetooth settings
- Make sure the content is fully downloaded before going offline. To listen to music on your Apple Watch without your phone, you'll need to:
- Make sure your content is downloaded to the watch while connected to WiFi/network
- Pair your Bluetooth headphones directly with your Apple Watch
- Use the mode in the Deezer watch app to access your downloaded music. If you're having trouble downloading, try creating smaller playlists or turning off Bluetooth on your iPhone during the download process for faster transfers
FAQ
Can downloaded content be listened to offline or without my iPhone nearby?
Yes, downloaded content can be listened to without any network connection or your phone
Does Deezer Family work with Deezer on Apple Watch?
Deezer Family is accessible on Apple Watch. Every member of your family can own an Apple Watch and connect their iOS device.
Note: You cannot switch Deezer Family accounts using Apple Watch. You'll need to do so from your iPhone.
Note: You can pair several watches to one iPhone. If you have multiple watches, be sure you've found and paired the correct watch when you are setting up the device.
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