Troubleshooting missing WHOOP activity data

Why isn't my WHOOP activity syncing to Paceline?

If your WHOOP activity isn't appearing in Paceline, don't worry. It's usually a simple timing, permissions, or connection issue. This guide walks through what's normal, a few quick fixes, and deeper troubleshooting if you need it.

What to expect

Small differences between the WHOOP app and Paceline are normal and don't need any action.

• Paceline uses WHOOP's data as-is. Steps, elevated heart rate (eHR) minutes, sleep, and workouts come straight from WHOOP. We don't recalculate or adjust them, so a gap of a few steps or a minute usually comes from rounding or timing on WHOOP's side.
• Your data may update after Paceline syncs. The WHOOP app can keep adjusting totals after Paceline has already received them. The next sync usually brings them in line.
• Workouts can take time to arrive. Workouts typically sync to Paceline within the same day, but timing depends on when WHOOP sends the data to us, so a workout may not appear right away.
• WHOOP workouts finalize after you sleep. WHOOP activity data is tied to your daily activity summary, which typically closes after your next sleep. If your workout just ended, wait until after you sleep and then refresh the Activity tab.
• Weeks may be counted differently. Paceline weeks run Monday 00:00 → Sunday 23:59 (your local time). Some devices default to Sunday–Saturday, so weekly totals won't match unless you update your week start in your device's app settings.
• Not every workout is detected automatically. Check which workouts your device can auto-sense and which need to be manually started.
• Coming back after a break? If you haven't opened Paceline in a while, your first sync will take longer than usual since there's more data to bring over.

Keep your data syncing smoothly

• Keep the Paceline app updated to the latest version
• Keep the WHOOP app installed and up to date
• Leave Bluetooth ON so your WHOOP stays synced with your phone
• Open the WHOOP app regularly so your latest activity syncs before Paceline pulls it
• Open Paceline at least once a week. The more often you open it, the more reliably we can sync your data and maintain syncing permissions

If a full day of activity or a workout is missing, start with the quick fixes below.

Quick fixes

1. Update your WHOOP app, WHOOP firmware, and phone software to the latest versions

2. Confirm the following settings are enabled:

   iPhone:

   • Settings → Bluetooth → ON

     Why: Your WHOOP syncs to the WHOOP app via Bluetooth before syncing data to Paceline.

   • Settings → General → Background App Refresh → Paceline → ON

     Why: Ensures Paceline can update and import your activity data smoothly, even when the app isn't open.

   Android:

   • Settings → Bluetooth → ON

     Why: Your WHOOP syncs to the WHOOP app via Bluetooth before syncing data to Paceline.

   • Settings → Apps → Paceline → Battery → Allow background activity

     Why: Ensures Paceline can update your activity data, even when the app isn't open.

3. Open the WHOOP app and confirm your band has synced recent activity

4. Open Paceline and keep it open in the foreground for 3–5 minutes on a strong Wi-Fi or cellular connection (this is important)

5. On the Activity tab, tap and pull down to refresh the data. If your activity appears, you're good to go. If not, continue below

Advanced troubleshooting

1. Delete and reinstall the Paceline app on your phone
2. Re-enable all settings from Quick fixes
3. Make sure your phone and WHOOP band are charged to at least 50% battery
4. Reconnect WHOOP to Paceline: Profile → Linked Fitness Devices → WHOOP → tap to Unlink → Re-link → sign in → allow all permissions
5. Open Paceline and let it sit in the foreground for several minutes to complete a sync
6. On the Activity tab, tap and pull down to refresh the data

Still missing data after 24 hours?

A difference of a few steps or minutes doesn't need any action. Contact Paceline Support if:

• A full day of activity is missing
• A workout still isn't showing 24 hours after it should have synced
• Your data hasn't synced within 24 hours of opening Paceline after a long break

Contact us and include:

• The dates where you see the difference
• A screenshot from the WHOOP app for those same dates showing your Strain or Workouts

Since we don't have your device in hand, this helps us find where the sync is getting stuck so we can get you back on track.