How to Access Health Connect:
For Android 28 and Up:
Open Settings.
Tap Security and privacy > Privacy Controls > Health Connect.
Tap Open.
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Connecting Health Connect to Stridekick:
Open Health Connect on your device.
Tap Get Started.
Under Permissions and data, select App permissions.
Enable Stridekick you want to sync with Health Connect.
Enable all.
Tap Allow.
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How to make sure your step data is syncing to Stridekick:
Open Health Connect.
Go to Permissions and data > Data and access.
Tap Browse data and select a category (e.g., Steps, Distance, and Active Minutes).
Viewing Data Type Access:
Open Health Connect.
Go to Permissions and data > Data and access.
Tap a data category (e.g., Steps, Distance, and Active Minutes).
View apps with permission to read or write this data type.
FAQ
1. How do I start using Health Connect?
Ensure you have Android 28 or higher, or download the app from the Play Store for older versions. Then follow the setup steps outlined above.
2. Can I choose which data to share with an app?
Yes. When connecting an app, you can select specific data types that you want to share.
3. Where is my Health Connect data stored?
All Health Connect data is stored locally on your device.
4. Can I remove an app's access to my data?
Yes. You can revoke an app’s permissions at any time from the App permissions section in Health Connect.
5. What happens to my data if I uninstall an app?
Uninstalling an app does not automatically delete data stored in Health Connect. You can manually delete it within the Health Connect app.
6. How do I completely disconnect all apps from Health Connect?
Go to Permissions and data > App permissions, then tap Remove access for all apps.
7. Are there any security concerns with using Health Connect?
Health Connect prioritizes privacy by storing all data locally and allowing you full control over permissions. Apps can only access data if granted explicit permission.