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Pairing the VIRB Ultra 30 to a Compatible Smartphone

NOTE: The VIRB® Mobile app has been discontinued from the Google Play Store and is no longer available to download for Android devices.


The free Garmin VIRB Mobile app allows you to control most functions of one or more VIRB cameras using a compatible mobile device.

A Detailed Video Tutorial is Available Below:


With the VIRB Mobile App you Can Control:

  • Video and photo recording
  • Change video and photo settings
  • View a real-time remote viewfinder
  • View battery and sensor status information
  • View recorded videos and photos,
  • Edit videos,
  • Add G-Metrix™ overlays
  • Share video clips on social media.

VIRB Mobile App Phone Requirements: 

  • Android version 6.0 or later
  • iPhone version 10.0 or later

For more information about the VIRB Mobile app, go to garmin.com/VIRBapp.


To Pair your VIRB Ultra 30 to the VIRB Mobile App:

  1. Open the VIRB Mobile app
  2. Power on your VIRB
  3. Tap on Wireless
  4. Tap on Wi-Fi
  5. Set status to on
  6. Press OK
  7. If desired, change the mode:
    • Create will allow the VIRB to create a Wi-Fi network for your phone to connect to
    • Connect will allow you to join an existing Wi-Fi network
      NOTE: To control the camera using an existing Wi‑Fi network, the network must be set up to allow connected devices to see and communicate with each other. You must also keep the camera and phone in the range of the same wireless network to communicate.
  8. Connect additional cameras to the Wi‑Fi access point or network if desired (optional)
  9. Join the Wi-Fi network on your phone to connect to the camera(s)
  10. On your mobile device, start the Garmin VIRB Mobile App. The app searches for cameras and connects automatically
  11. From the Garmin VIRB Mobile App, select an option:
    • Use the on-screen controls to control recording or change settings
    • Use the drop-down list to switch to another camera
      NOTE: This option is available only when multiple cameras are connected
    • Use the tabs to switch between recording and playback mode

For more information about the VIRB Mobile app, go to garmin.com/VIRBapp.