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How to Activate an inReach SE(+)/Explorer(+) or Mini
Before you can use the messaging and SOS functions on an inReach SE®, inReach SE+, inReach Explorer®, inReach Explorer+, or inReach® Mini satellite communicator, you must create an account and activate a service plan for the device. If you are having issues logging into your inReach account or creating a new account, see
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NOTE: Credit or debit card information needs to be provided in order to complete activation steps below. As of September 18, 2024, inReach subscriptions can be activated in the Earthmate® app as long as the app is up to date. For steps, see - Updating the Earthmate Application.
Activating an inReach Device
If you are activating a brand new device, proceed with the steps for your device below. If you have an inReach device that was acquired second-hand, it may need to be reset before proceeding with these steps. To reset the device, refer to your Owner's Manual.
inReach Mini
If you are pairing a new device, proceed with the steps below. If you have a device that was acquired second-hand, it may need to be reset before proceeding with these steps. To reset the device, see - Full Reset of the inReach Mini.
Select Create Account, then enter your name, email, and a password and select Next.
NOTE: If you already have a Garmin account or have previously used other Garmin apps such as Garmin Connect™ or Garmin Explore™ you can select Sign In (or Continue as ['username'], if prompted).
To enable cloud storage tap Enable Cloud Storage or Not Now to skip. This setting can be adjusted later by selecting (Android™) or More (iPhone®/iPad®), then Account and Sync > Data and Privacy > Cloud Storage.
2. Pairing the inReach Mini
On the inReach® Mini handheld, select Skip if you are prompted to activate.
From the home screen on the inReach Mini, arrow down until you reach the Bluetooth page, then press OK.
Select Pair Device or Pair Again.
In the Earthmate app, touch from the top of the Map page.
If you do not see the icon select More > Options > Pair Device.
Select Garmin inReach Mini.
Touch Connect.
Touch the inReach device once it appears in the list under Select An Accessory or Available Devices.
NOTE: It may take 1-2 minutes for the device to appear in the list.
Follow the prompts on your mobile device to enable permissions and finish pairing.
If an inReach plan has not yet been activated, continue with the steps below to activate. If an inReach plan was already activated previously, you will not be prompted to activate and the inReach Mini will be ready to use with the app.
3. Activating an inReach Plan
NOTE: Credit or debit card information needs to be provided in order to complete the activation steps below.
After completing the steps above for pairing, if necessary select (Android) or More (iPhone/iPad), then My inReach > Activate.
If prompted, sign in again.
Choose between inReach Essential, inReach Standard, and inReach Premium plans.
Tap Select This Plan for the chosen plan.
SOS step:
Read through the included SOS benefits, then click Next.
If desired, choose Add for one of the Search and Rescue (SAR) insurance plans. This is not required. Once finished, select Next or Skip.
Select the box to agree to automatic renewal, enter the names of the insured individual and beneficiary if SAR was added, then select Next.
Review the terms and conditions, then select Accept & Continue.
Enter your billing information, then select Next.
Enter your emergency information (or select the box for Same as Billing Info), then select Next.
Emergency Notes is a good place to add information of any known medical concerns. If you have additional coverage for medical evacuation or search and rescue, you can include that and how to get in contact with the company providing that service. Example:
Add Emergency contacts information, then select Next.
Review all entered information to confirm it is correct, then enter your payment information.
Check the box to authorize use of this payment method for future account charges, then select Complete Activation or Confirm Purchase.
Once the activation is processing you can select Close.
After completing the steps in the app, take the inReach Mini outside, ensure that it has a clear view of the sky, then follow the prompts on the inReach Mini to complete the activation. If this was skipped on the handheld previously, arrow down from the home screen, press OK on the Activation page, then proceed through the prompts until the device displays Sending Activation and wait for the activation to complete.
inReach Explorer®+
If you are pairing a new device, proceed with the steps below. If you have a device that was acquired second-hand, it may need to be reset before proceeding with these steps. To reset the device, see - Performing a Factory Reset on an inReach Explorer+.
Select Create Account, then enter your name, email, and a password and select Next.
NOTE: If you already have a Garmin account or have previously used other Garmin apps such as Garmin Connect™ or Garmin Explore™ you can select Sign In (or Continue as ['username'], if prompted).
To enable cloud storage tap Enable Cloud Storage or Not Now to skip. This setting can be adjusted later by selecting (Android™) or More (iPhone®/iPad®), then Account and Sync > Data and Privacy > Cloud Storage.
2. Pairing the inReach Explorer+
On the inReach® device, select Skip if you are prompted to activate.
On the inReach device, select Settings.
Select Bluetooth.
Select Pair Device.
Select Pair Device again.
NOTE: If previously paired, select Pair Again instead.
In the Earthmate app, touch from the top of the Map page.
Select your inReach model.
Touch Connect.
Touch the inReach device once it appears in the list under Select An Accessory or Available Devices. NOTE: It may take 1-2 minutes for the device to appear in the list.
Follow the prompts on your mobile device to enable permissions and finish pairing.
If an inReach plan has not yet been activated, continue with the steps below to activate. If an inReach plan was already activated previously, you will not be prompted to activate and the inReach Explorer+ will be ready to use with the app.
3. Activating an inReach Plan
NOTE: Credit or debit card information needs to be provided in order to complete the activation steps below.
After completing the steps above for pairing, if necessary select (Android) or More (iPhone/iPad), then My inReach > Activate.
If prompted, sign in again.
Choose between inReach Essential, inReach Standard, and inReach Premium plans.
Tap Select This Plan for the chosen plan.
SOS step:
Read through the included SOS benefits, then click Next.
If desired, choose Add for one of the Search and Rescue (SAR) insurance plans. This is not required. Once finished, select Next or Skip.
Select the box to agree to automatic renewal, enter the names of the insured individual and beneficiary if SAR was added, then select Next.
Review the terms and conditions, then select Accept & Continue.
Enter your billing information, then select Next.
Enter your emergency information (or select the box for Same as Billing Info), then select Next.
Emergency Notes is a good place to add information of any known medical concerns. If you have additional coverage for medical evacuation or search and rescue, you can include that and how to get in contact with the company providing that service. Example:
Add Emergency contacts information, then select Next.
Review all entered information to confirm it is correct, then enter your payment information.
Check the box to authorize use of this payment method for future account charges, then select Complete Activation or Confirm Purchase.
Once the activation is processing you can select Close.
After completing the steps in the app, take the inReach Explorer+ outside, ensure that it has a clear view of the sky, then follow the prompts on the inReach Explorer+ to complete the activation. If this was skipped on the handheld previously, select Activation from the home screen, then proceed through the prompts until the device displays Sending Activation and wait for the activation to complete.
inReach SE®+
If you are pairing a new device, proceed with the steps below. If you have a device that was acquired second-hand, it may need to be reset before proceeding with these steps. To reset the device, see - Performing a Factory Reset on an inReach SE+.
Select Create Account, then enter your name, email, and a password and select Next.
NOTE: If you already have a Garmin account or have previously used other Garmin apps such as Garmin Connect™ or Garmin Explore™ you can select Sign In (or Continue as ['username'], if prompted).
To enable cloud storage tap Enable Cloud Storage or Not Now to skip. This setting can be adjusted later by selecting (Android™) or More (iPhone®/iPad®), then Account and Sync > Data and Privacy > Cloud Storage.
2. Pairing the inReach SE+
On the inReach® device, select Skip if you are prompted to activate.
On the inReach device, select Settings.
Select Bluetooth.
Select Pair Device.
Select Pair Device again.
NOTE: If previously paired, select Pair Again instead.
In the Earthmate app, touch from the top of the Map page.
Select your inReach model.
Touch Connect.
Touch the inReach device once it appears in the list under Select An Accessory or Available Devices. NOTE: It may take 1-2 minutes for the device to appear in the list.
Follow the prompts on your mobile device to enable permissions and finish pairing.
If an inReach plan has not yet been activated, continue with the steps below to activate. If an inReach plan was already activated previously, you will not be prompted to activate and the inReach SE+ will be ready to use with the app.
3. Activating an inReach Plan
NOTE: Credit or debit card information needs to be provided in order to complete the activation steps below.
After completing the steps above for pairing, if necessary select (Android) or More (iPhone/iPad), then My inReach > Activate.
If prompted, sign in again.
Choose between inReach Essential, inReach Standard, and inReach Premium plans.
Tap Select This Plan for the chosen plan.
SOS step:
Read through the included SOS benefits, then click Next.
If desired, choose Add for one of the Search and Rescue (SAR) insurance plans. This is not required. Once finished, select Next or Skip.
Select the box to agree to automatic renewal, enter the names of the insured individual and beneficiary if SAR was added, then select Next.
Review the terms and conditions, then select Accept & Continue.
Enter your billing information, then select Next.
Enter your emergency information (or select the box for Same as Billing Info), then select Next.
Emergency Notes is a good place to add information of any known medical concerns. If you have additional coverage for medical evacuation or search and rescue, you can include that and how to get in contact with the company providing that service. Example:
Add Emergency contacts information, then select Next.
Review all entered information to confirm it is correct, then enter your payment information.
Check the box to authorize use of this payment method for future account charges, then select Complete Activation or Confirm Purchase.
Once the activation is processing you can select Close.
After completing the steps in the app, take the inReach SE+ outside, ensure that it has a clear view of the sky, then follow the prompts on the inReach SE+ to complete the activation. If this was skipped on the handheld previously, select Activation from the home screen, then proceed through the prompts until the device displays Sending Activation and wait for the activation to complete.
inReach Explorer
NOTE: If you have a device that was acquired second-hand, it may need to be reset before proceeding with these steps. To reset the device, see - Performing a Factory Reset on an Explorer.
If you are prompted to activate the inReach Explorer as soon as it is powered on, and therefore unable to pair it with Earthmate, the inReach Explorer can be activated online through our website first before following the steps below to pair it in the Earthmate app. For instructions, see - How to Activate an inReach Device on the Garmin Explore Website.
Select Create Account, then enter your name, email, and a password and select Next.
NOTE: If you already have a Garmin account or have previously used other Garmin apps such as Garmin Connect™ or Garmin Explore™ you can select Sign In (or Continue as ['username'], if prompted).
To enable cloud storage tap Enable Cloud Storage or Not Now to skip. This setting can be adjusted later by selecting (Android™) or More (iPhone®/iPad®), then Account and Sync > Data and Privacy > Cloud Storage.
2. Pairing the inReach Explorer
On the inReach® device, select Settings.
Select Bluetooth.
Select Pair inReach.
Select Pair inReach again.
NOTE: If previously paired, select Pair Again instead.
In the Earthmate app, touch from the top of the Map page.
Select your inReach model.
Touch Connect.
Touch the inReach device once it appears in the list under Select An Accessory or Available Devices.
NOTE: It may take 1-2 minutes for the device to appear in the list.
Follow the prompts on your mobile device to enable permissions and finish pairing.
If an inReach plan has not yet been activated, continue with the steps below to activate. If an inReach plan was already activated previously, you will not be prompted to activate and the inReach Explorer will be ready to use with the app.
3. Activating an inReach Plan
NOTE: Credit or debit card information needs to be provided in order to complete the activation steps below.
After completing the steps above for pairing, if necessary select (Android) or More (iPhone/iPad), then My inReach > Activate.
If prompted, sign in again.
Choose between inReach Essential, inReach Standard, and inReach Premium plans.
Tap Select This Plan for the chosen plan.
SOS step:
Read through the included SOS benefits, then click Next.
If desired, choose Add for one of the Search and Rescue (SAR) insurance plans. This is not required. Once finished, select Next or Skip.
Select the box to agree to automatic renewal, enter the names of the insured individual and beneficiary if SAR was added, then select Next.
Review the terms and conditions, then select Accept & Continue.
Enter your billing information, then select Next.
Enter your emergency information (or select the box for Same as Billing Info), then select Next.
Emergency Notes is a good place to add information of any known medical concerns. If you have additional coverage for medical evacuation or search and rescue, you can include that and how to get in contact with the company providing that service. Example:
Add Emergency contacts information, then select Next.
Review all entered information to confirm it is correct, then enter your payment information.
Check the box to authorize use of this payment method for future account charges, then select Complete Activation or Confirm Purchase.
Once the activation is processing you can select Close.
After completing the steps in the app, take the inReach Explorer outside, ensure that it has a clear view of the sky, then follow the prompts on the inReach Explorer to complete the activation.
inReach SE
NOTE: If you have a device that was acquired second-hand, it may need to be reset before proceeding with these steps. To reset the device, see - Performing a Factory Reset on an inReach SE.
If you are prompted to activate the inReach SE as soon as it is powered on, and therefore unable to pair it with Earthmate, the inReach SE can be activated online through our website first before following the steps below to pair it in the Earthmate app. For instructions, see - How to Activate an inReach Device on the Garmin Explore Website.
Select Create Account, then enter your name, email, and a password and select Next.
NOTE: If you already have a Garmin account or have previously used other Garmin apps such as Garmin Connect™ or Garmin Explore™ you can select Sign In (or Continue as ['username'], if prompted).
To enable cloud storage tap Enable Cloud Storage or Not Now to skip. This setting can be adjusted later by selecting (Android™) or More (iPhone®/iPad®), then Account and Sync > Data and Privacy > Cloud Storage.
2. Pairing the inReach SE
On the inReach® device, select Settings.
Select Bluetooth.
Select Pair inReach.
Select Pair inReach again.
NOTE: If previously paired, select Pair Again instead.
In the Earthmate app, touch from the top of the Map page.
Select your inReach model.
Touch Connect.
Touch the inReach device once it appears in the list under Select An Accessory or Available Devices.
NOTE: It may take 1-2 minutes for the device to appear in the list.
Follow the prompts on your mobile device to enable permissions and finish pairing.
If an inReach plan has not yet been activated, continue with the steps below to activate. If an inReach plan was already activated previously, you will not be prompted to activate and the inReach SE will be ready to use with the app.
3. Activating an inReach Plan
NOTE: Credit or debit card information needs to be provided in order to complete the activation steps below.
After completing the steps above for pairing, if necessary select (Android) or More (iPhone/iPad), then My inReach > Activate.
If prompted, sign in again.
Choose between inReach Essential, inReach Standard, and inReach Premium plans.
Tap Select This Plan for the chosen plan.
SOS step:
Read through the included SOS benefits, then click Next.
If desired, choose Add for one of the Search and Rescue (SAR) insurance plans. This is not required. Once finished, select Next or Skip.
Select the box to agree to automatic renewal, enter the names of the insured individual and beneficiary if SAR was added, then select Next.
Review the terms and conditions, then select Accept & Continue.
Enter your billing information, then select Next.
Enter your emergency information (or select the box for Same as Billing Info), then select Next.
Emergency Notes is a good place to add information of any known medical concerns. If you have additional coverage for medical evacuation or search and rescue, you can include that and how to get in contact with the company providing that service. Example:
Add Emergency contacts information, then select Next.
Review all entered information to confirm it is correct, then enter your payment information.
Check the box to authorize use of this payment method for future account charges, then select Complete Activation or Confirm Purchase.
Once the activation is processing you can select Close.
After completing the steps in the app, take the inReach SE outside, ensure that it has a clear view of the sky, then follow the prompts on the inReach SE to complete the activation.
You can no longer add additional users to Consumer Plan inReach accounts. You need a Professional Flex Plan to have multiple users with assigned devices on a single account.
Your inReach is registered automatically during activation of service to the device, or adding it to your Garmin Explore™ account.
The inReach Mini receives software updates through the Garmin Express™ program. Adding these devices to the Garmin Express program to update them will also register them. For more information, see - Updating the Software on Your inReach Mini.
(Android™) or More (iPhone®/iPad®), then Account and Sync > Data and Privacy > Cloud Storage.
from the top of the Map page.
