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How to Pair Shokz Headphones? Official Guides!

Pairing your Shokz headphones should be simple and fast — whether you’re setting them up for the first time or reconnecting to a new device. Below you’ll find easy step-by-step instructions for each Shokz series, so you can start enjoying your open-ear sound experience in seconds.

And you can watch Shokz official videos on Shokz pairing.

Pairing Your Shokz Headphones

For OpenRun Pro 2 / OpenRun Pro / OpenRun / OpenMove / OpenSwim / OpenComm Series

  1. Start with your headphones turned off.

  2. Enter pairing mode – Press and hold the Volume + button for 5–7 seconds until the LED flashes red and blue. Audrey will say “Welcome to Shokz.”

  3. Open your device’s Bluetooth settings and select AfterShokz or Shokz from the list.

  4. Audrey will say “Connected.” Your headphones are now paired and ready to use.

For OpenFit Air / OpenFit

First-Time Pairing

  • Simply open the charging case — the earbuds will automatically enter pairing mode, and the indicator lights will flash orange and green.

  • Go to your device’s Bluetooth list and select “OpenFit by Shokz.”

For Subsequent Pairings

  1. Place both earbuds into the charging case.

  2. Press and hold the touch area of both earbuds with two fingers until the indicator lights flash orange and green.

  3. Enable Bluetooth on your device and select “OpenFit by Shokz.”

For OpenFit 2

First-Time Pairing

  • Open the charging case — the earbuds will automatically enter pairing mode, with the indicator flashing orange and green.

For Subsequent Pairings

  1. Place both earbuds into the charging case.

  2. Press and hold the button on the charging case for 3 seconds until the indicator lights flash orange and green.

  3. Turn on Bluetooth and select “OpenFit 2 by Shokz.”

For OpenMeet

Pairing to a Mobile Device

  1. Make sure the headset is turned off.

  2. Press and hold the Multifunction Button until the LED flashes red and blue.

  3. On your phone’s Bluetooth list, select “OpenMeet by Shokz.”

Pairing to a PC

  1. Turn on your headset.

  2. Plug the included wireless adapter into a USB port on your PC.

  3. The LED on the adapter will turn solid cyan when connected.

FAQs about Shokz Headphones Pairing

Q1. Can Shokz be paired with multiple devices?

A1. Yes! Most Shokz headphones support multi-point pairing, which allows you to connect to two Bluetooth devices at the same time — for example, your phone and your laptop. You can easily switch between them without needing to disconnect and re-pair. (Note: some headphones may vary; please check your product manual for details.)

Q2. Why can't I get my Shokz to pair?

A2. If your headphones aren’t entering pairing mode or aren’t showing up in your Bluetooth list, try these steps:

  1. Make sure your Shokz is fully charged.
  2. Turn off your headphones, then re-enter pairing mode by holding the Volume + or Multifunction button (depending on your model) until the LED flashes red and blue.
  3. Forget any previous Shokz connections from your device’s Bluetooth settings before reconnecting.
  4. Move your device and headphones closer together to avoid signal interference.

Q3. How to reset Shokz Bluetooth?

A3. Steps as following:

  1. Start with your headphones powered off.
  2. Enter pairing mode by pressing and holding the Volume + button for 5–7 seconds. The headphones will turn on, and the LED light will flash red and blue.
  3. Press and hold the Multifunction, Volume +, and Volume – buttons simultaneously for 3–5 seconds. You’ll hear beeps or feel vibrations — this may take several attempts.
  4. Turn your headphones off.
  5. Your headphones are now reset and ready to be re-paired with your device.

Tip: For the best results, we recommend also restarting your phone or Bluetooth device before reconnecting.

Conclusion

Pairing Shokz headphones takes just a few steps. Once connected, you’re ready to enjoy open-ear comfort and premium sound. If you run into issues, try a quick manual reset — it solves most connection problems in seconds. 

For more tips, care guides, and product support, visit the official Shokz Help Center.

NIKI Jane
NIKI Jane is a writer for Shokz. When not creating content, she’s usually out with her OpenRun Pro 2—cycling, hiking, and running wherever the road takes her.

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