How to Sync Google Health to Apple Health

Quick Answer

Google Health can now sync with Apple Health in both directions. As of the Google Health 5.05 update that rolled out on August 3, 2026, you can share data like your exercise records, steps, vitals and sleep from Google Health back into Apple Health, not just the other way around.

That means the connection now works in both directions:

Apple Health → Google Health

Google Health → Apple Health

Before this update, Google Health could only read your Apple Health data. You can still view your Apple Health metrics inside your Google dashboard by toggling on the connection in your app settings, and you can now push your Google Health, Fitbit or Pixel Watch data into Apple Health the same way, through the Partner apps menu. If you're tracking data across more platforms than just these two, apps like Sonar can help pull everything into one unified dashboard.

Can Google Health Sync to Apple Health?

Yes, now in both directions. Google Health has always been able to pull your Apple Health data in, and as of the version 5.05 update it can send data back out too. Here's an easier way to understand the current integrations:

A Few Requirements Before Starting

Before connecting Apple Health to the Google Health app, make sure:

• Your iPhone or iPad is connected to the internet

• Your device is running iOS 16.4 or higher

• You are signed in to the Google Health app with your Google Account

Google's App Store listing describes the current iOS app as Google Health, formerly Fitbit, and says it can sync with Fitbit, Pixel Watch, health tracking apps and medical records where supported.

How to Connect Google Health With Apple Health

Follow these steps:

1. Open the Google Health app

2. Tap Connections in the top left

3. Tap Apps and services

4. Under Add connections, tap Apple Health

5. Tap Get started

6. Review the consent page titled Sync Google Health with Apple Health

7. Tap Agree

8. Follow the prompts to authorise the connection

9. Choose whether to turn on all Health categories or only specific data types

10. Tap Done after permissions are granted

How to Send Google Health Data to Apple Health

This is new as of the version 5.05 update. To share your Google Health data into Apple Health:

1. Open the Google Health app

2. Tap your profile icon

3. Select Partner apps

4. Tap Apple Health

5. Follow the setup prompts to connect for the first time, or tap Review permissions if you're already connected and want to add new data types

6. Once permissions are granted, your Google Health data will start syncing into Apple Health

What Apple Health Data Can Google Health Read?

Google Health can read numerous Apple Health metrics, depending on the permissions you've granted. Current supported categories include:

Google Health can now write metrics like exercise records, steps, vitals and sleep to Apple Health. Google also says the app currently reads and displays three months of historical Apple Health data, with support for more history expected in a future update.

How to Manage Apple Health Permissions for Google Health

You have complete control over which Apple Health categories Google Health can access.

To manage permissions from the Google Health app:

1. Open Google Health

2. Tap Connections

3. Tap Apps and services

4. Under Connected, tap Apple Health

5. Tap Manage data and access

To manage permissions from Apple Health:

1. Open the Apple Health app

2. Tap Sharing

3. Scroll to Apps

4. Tap Google Health

5. Review or change the permissions

Apple also says you can manage data permissions by going to your profile in the Health app, tapping Apps under Privacy, selecting the app and toggling on the health categories you want that app to track.

If Your Apple Health Data Isn't Showing Up

There's a few common fixes:

• Update the Google Health app to the latest version.

• Try again, make sure you're using your WiFi connection and not cellular.

• Open Apple Health, check the Sharing tab and confirm Google Health still has active read permissions for the categories you expect to see.

• Look for a notification mentioning new data types in either app. Newly added Apple Health categories need a fresh permission grant before they show up in Google Health.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can Google Health send data back to Apple Health?

Yes. As of the version 5.05 update on August 3, 2026, Google Health can write data such as exercise records, steps, vitals and sleep back into Apple's Health app. Early users have reported that heart rate variability is an exception and doesn't sync over. You'll need to grant permission under Partner apps in the Google Health app first.

How do I turn on syncing from Google Health to Apple Health?

Update to Google Health version 5.05 or later, then tap your profile icon, select Partner apps and choose Apple Health. Follow the prompts to connect, or tap Review permissions if you're already connected and want to add new data types.

Does Health Connect work with Apple Health?

Not directly. Health Connect is Google's Android health data platform and Apple Health is the iPhone equivalent, so they don't talk to each other on their own. Google Health bridges the two separately instead, connecting to Health Connect on Android and to Apple Health on iOS, according to Google's support documentation.

How much Apple Health history shows up after I connect?

Around three months of your past data will sync initially. Google has said it plans to support a longer history window later in 2026, though has yet to confirm an exact timeline.