Garmin

Take all your Deezer music with you on your Garmin watch. Enjoy Deezer’s catalogue of 56+ million songs and bespoke Garmin playlists:

• Why I run: solitude
• Ride with Rusch
• Self-care soundtrack

We explain what you’ll need to get started and content limits for your device. 

Note: iOS users (who have recently upgraded their phone to iOS 13) can get help here

Compatible devices

Garmin first included Deezer preloaded on its Forerunner 245 Music and Forerunner 945.  All models produced in May of 2019 or later now include Deezer preloaded and do not require users to download the app from the Garmin Connect Mobile store.

•  fēnix® 5/5S/5X Plus (fēnix 5 Plus Series)
• fēnix® 6 Pro/ Sapphire/6S Pro/6S Sapphire/6X Pro/6X Sapphire/6X Pro Sola
• vivoactive 3 Music 
• vivoactive 4 or Venu Series
• Legacy Saga series: Darth Vader and Rey
• Legacy Heroes series: Captain Marvel and First Avenger
• Venu
• Forerunner 245 Music, 645 Music, and 945
• D2 Delta / S / PX
• MARQ™ Adventurer/Athlete/Aviator/Captain/Captain: American Magic Edition/ Commander/Driver/Expedition/Expedition
• tactix® Delta Sapphire

Requirements

• Android  5.0 and above
• iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch running on iOS  12.0 or above
• Deezer Premium or Deezer Family subscription*
• Garmin Connect 
• Bluetooth Headphones (more info)
• Garmin watch needs to be set up to connect to WiFi

*At this time, only the main account holder of a Deezer Family account can be linked to Garmin

Note: Although Deezer HiFi can be used with Garmin, it is not possible to listen to FLAC quality music

Content limits

• 100-250 songs
• Playlists with more than 150 songs may result in problems syncing
• If an error message appears notifying you that your device does not have sufficient storage space, please remove content to free up space

Note: At this time, it is not possible to listen to live radio or podcasts using Deezer

How to download Deezer on your Garmin watch

1. Open the Garmin Connect app on your smartphone and tap the hamburger menu bar located in the top-left corner (on iOS devices you will need to select More first)
2. Select the Connect IQ Store
3. Search for the Deezer  app
4. Select the app and download

If you're having trouble setting up your watch, check that your device is connected to a charger and the battery isn't running low. Turn your Garmin's WiFi off and on and then try to sync again. If this doesn't work, please contact Garmin support.

How to connect your Deezer account to Garmin

The steps below are for Garmin smartwatches with physical buttons. Steps vary for Garmin smartwatches that use a touchscreen.

1. A message should appear, after syncing, informing you that a music provider has been added
2. Confirm OK
3. Go to Manage  settings
4. Select Manage  using top-right crown
5. Select Music Providers
6. Select Deezer
7. You'll be prompted to open the Garmin Connect  app on your smartphone
8. Select Next
9. Follow the steps to sign in to your Deezer account (or sign up to an account*)
10. Once you have logged in, that's it. Your Garmin is ready to be filled with music

Note: Having multiple Garmin smartwatches paired to one account may cause issues with pairing and syncing. For steps on how to remove a Garmin device from the Garmin Connect app, click here.

Redeeming Garmin gift vouchers

Once you've finished connecting your Deezer account with Garmin, you'll also be notified if you're eligible for any special offers.

1. If you are eligible, please visit our special offer gift page
2. Enter the voucher code displayed on your Garmin. If you're having trouble redeeming your offer, please double check you have entered your voucher code correctly. If you are still having issues, contact us.
3. Click Redeem
4. Finally, enter payment details.

Note: At the end of the period, you'll automatically be charged for the monthly renewal of your subscription, unless you choose to cancel and revert back to Deezer Free

How to unlink your Deezer account from Garmin

1. Open Manage  settings from your Garmin watch
2. Select Manage  using top-right crown
3. Select Music Providers
4. Select Deezer
5. Go to Options and then Log Out
6. Select Yes

Once you successfully unlink your Deezer account, all previously stored music will be removed from your device.

Downloading music to your Garmin

If you're new to Deezer, take a moment to add some songs to your Favorites and/or to a playlist or two via our music app, before you attempting to sync your Garmin

1. Open Manage  settings from your Garmin watch
2. Select Manage  using top-right crown
3. Select Music Providers
4. Choose Deezer
5. Select My Playlists to choose playlists you'd like to download
6. Press START to select the playlists
7. Now, press UP until you reach Done and then press START
8. Press BACK until the"Ready to sync?" notification appears and confirm sync

Note: If your Garmin stops syncing during the transfer process, it may be because the Wi-Fi connection has been lost. In that case, check your internet connection to your Garmin.

Why did my Deezer playlists disappear from my Garmin?

If your playlists disappear from your Garmin watch, it may be because your Deezer subscription has expired or you've exceeded your limit of offline devices. Make sure your Garmin is charged and in range of your Wi-Fi network to verify your account status at least once every 15 days.

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