# How to Turn Off Your Buddy Watch or Buddy Secure

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## Follow these steps to turn off your Buddy Watch or Buddy Secure:

### Step 1: Activate the Screen

* Press either of the buttons on the side of the watch for a second to activate the screen.

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How to charge your Adult Buddy Watch?

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[charging](https://docs.mybuddygard.com.au/buddy-docs/buddy-trackers/setup-adult-watch/charging)
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### Step 2: Access the Settings Menu

* Swipe **left** on the screen until you find the **Settings** menu.

### Step 3: Enter Settings

* Tap on **Settings**.

### **Step 4**: Find the Shutdown Option

* Scroll down in the settings menu until you see **Shutdown**.

### Step 5: Confirm Shutdown

* Tap **Shutdown**. When asked if you want to shut down the watch, click **OK**.

### Step 6: Watch Powers Off

* The watch will show the My Buddy Gard logo and then power off.

And that's it! Your Buddy Watch or Buddy Secure is now turned off.

Have a great day!

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