Phone "Step Counter" is Not Counting

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Your health app shows zero steps even after a long walk.

Symptoms
  • Zero steps
  • Inaccurate distance
  • Activity not tracked
Possible Causes
  • Motion permissions disabled
  • Power saving mode
  • Accelerometer glitch

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Enable "Motion & Fitness"

Settings > Privacy > Motion & Fitness > Ensure "Fitness Tracking" is ON.

2

Disable Battery Saver

Low power modes often disable the low-power motion co-processor.

3

Check "Physical Activity" Permission (Android)

Settings > Apps > [Health App] > Permissions > Physical Activity.

When to See a Technician

Phones use a dedicated low-power chip for steps; if this chip hangs, a simple restart usually fixes it.

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