To use Health Connect with GoChallenge, you'll first need to set up Health Connect on your Android device.
Health Connect is an Android app that securely manages and shares health data between different apps. Think of it as a hub – it gathers data like steps and distance from tracking apps like Google Fit or Samsung Health and shares it with GoChallenge.
For our app to work with Health Connect, you'll need to:
Set up Health Connect and sync your chosen tracker (e.g., Google Fit, Samsung Health).
Choose Health Connect and grant the necessary permissions in the GoChallenge onboarding flow.
Step 1: Open or download Health Connect
The setup process depends on your Android version:
For Android 14 and above:
Health Connect is built directly into Android 13 and newer versions. You don’t need to download it separately.
Open your phone’s settings.
Navigate to Apps > Health Connect.
If Health Connect isn’t visible, ensure your device is updated to the latest Android version.
Handy little tip.
For Android 13 and below:
If you’re using an older version of Android, you’ll need to download Health Connect:
Open the Google Play Store on your phone.
Search for Health Connect by Google and install it.
Once installed, open the app to proceed.
Step 2: Connect a tracker to Health Connect
The simplest way to connect your tracker is through the Health Connect app itself. This gives you a centralized view of all connected apps and allows you to manage permissions easily.
To do this:
Open the Health Connect app (or go to Settings > Apps > Health Connect).
Tap App permissions.
Select your chosen tracker (e.g., Google Fit, Samsung Health, Fitbit) in the list of supported apps.
Follow the prompts to connect the tracker and grant the necessary permissions for Steps and Distance.
Once connected, Health Connect will begin syncing data from the tracker.
Step 3: Return to the GoChallenge app
Now everything’s synced, choose Health Connect during the GoChallenge onboarding set up. You’ll be prompted to grant permissions for GoChallenge to gather Steps and Distance data.
That’s it – you’re good to go!
Frequently asked questions
Which trackers does Health Connect work with?
Health Connect works with many popular fitness and health tracking apps. Choose a tracker that you already use or would like to use.
Google Fit (you can also connect directly to this tracker)
Samsung Health
Fitbit (you can also connect directly to this tracker)
MyFitnessPal
Oura
Polar Flow
Strava
Nike Run Club
Huawei Health
+ More
Can I use multiple trackers with Health Connect?
Yes, but we don’t recommend this. To avoid duplicate or conflicting data, it’s best to pick one tracker as your primary source.
Is my data secure?
Absolutely! Health Connect securely stores your data and only shares it with apps you’ve given explicit permission to access. You can change this at any time, but keep in mind it may affect GoChallenge’s ability to read your data accurately. Check with Google for further information on how they store and process your data.