Getting started with your Clip

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The best way of setting up your new Pebblebee Clip, Card, or Tag is by following our web setup guide. It allows us to check your device model and provide you with the best setup guide for you.

Our web setup guide can be accessed on your phone by scanning the QR code that comes attached to the product. You can use your phone's camera to scan the QR code.

To ensure a smooth experience, please follow the below recommendations:

  • Plug your Pebblebee device to charge before start.
  • Turn the Bluetooth of your phone ON.

Your Pebblebee Clip can be used with the Pebblebee, Apple Find My or Google's Find My Device (for Android model). If you are not sure which app to choose, we have made an article explaining the different features each app has to offer. Check here for more: Which app should I choose?

Using the Pebblebee Clip on either the Find My app, Google's Find My Device app or the Pebblebee app is free of cost. You will not be required to enter any payment method, and we do not request a credit card to set up your new item. You can only be using one network at a time.

Add your Clip to the Google's Find My Device app

Log in to Google's Find My Device app

  1. Go to Google Play and search for 'Find My Device'

Alternatively, click on this link on your phone to be redirected to the Find My Device page.

  1. Install the app or click to 'Update'.
  2. Hit 'Open' or click on the Find My Device app icon on your phone home page.
  3. Log in to the Find My Device page with your Google account.
  • You might want to select the checkbox that says "Don't ask again'.
  • If you have more than one account, your item will link to the primary account setup on your phone.
  1. You might be asked to allow some permissions. Review the terms and continue.

Double press your Pebblebee item

  1. Make sure your phone's Bluetooth is ON and you are connected to the Internet.
  2. Bring your Pebblebee item close to your phone.
  3. Double-press the Pebblebee item button, it is located below the bee logo. If you unit has been activated, it should beep and flash its lights.

PB Card and Pixel phone - pairing sheet

Note: There is no button on the Find My Device app to trigger the bottom sheet. It should automatically appear when you activate your unit close to the phone. Not seeing it? Check this other article: Can't connect my device with the Apple Find My app

Add your Clip to the Find My app

The Apple Find My™ app is a native app on iPhones and iPads. With OS version iOS 14.5, iPadOS 14.5, and macOS Big Sur 11.1 or above you can use it to locate your items.

To add your Pebblebee to the Find My app, please follow the below steps:

  • Make sure the Bluetooth of your phone is ON
  • Plug your Pebblebee device to charge.

  1. Open the Apple Find My™ app
  2. Tap to open the ‘Items’ tab
  3. Click on “Other supported item”
  4. On the Pebblebee device, double-press the button under the Pebblebee logo. Your item should beep and start flashing.
  5. A pop-up on the app will appear once the phone detects it.
  6. Follow the in-app instructions to name and link this item to your Apple ID.
  7. Tap on Finish.

Check here for more details: Add Clip, Card or Tag to the Find My app

Add your Clip to the Pebblebee app

If you are an Android user, or if you opt to use your Pebblebee Clip with the Pebblebee app, please follow the below steps:

  1. Install the Pebblebee app.
  1. Follow the in-app instructions to create and set up your account. 
  2. On the devices tab, click on the upper right corner on the + symbol
  3. Locate the button on the front of the device, under the Pebblebee logo.
  4. Press the button twice. Your item will beep and the app will detect it and connect.
  5. Click to 'Pair and accept'. (Your phone might have additional steps)
  6. Follow the in-app instructions.
  • Tap on your device’s name to change settings, enable features, and check its info.
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Check here for more details: Add Clip, Card or Tag to the Pebblebee app

On Android phones:

  1. In order to pair your unit you need to allow Pebblebee to connect to your new item over Bluetooth.
  2. Each phone model might offer different steps, but you are usually be requested to:
  • "Allow Pebblebee to access PB - Find My" on a pop-up dialog

and/or

  • Hit "Pair & connect" on the top or bottom of the screen.

Note, the pairing request only stays visible on the screen for a few seconds. If you missed it, please hit back and start again. If you don't see the pop-up to pair, please trying disabling the "Do not disturb" mode, check it under the phone notifications manager or go to your Bluetooth settings.

If your unit does not enter in pairing mode, please perform a factory reset to re-attempt How to reset a Clip, Card and Tag?

Learn more about your Pebblebee Clip

How to check your Clip battery How can I check the Clip and Card battery status?

How to factory reset your Clip Factory Reset your item

Clip video tutorials Clip - Video tutorials

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