Step-by-Step: Activation & App Setup

Follow these simple steps to get your EmojiKidz smartwatch connected and ready to use. Click any step to expand details.

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Activate Service

Your EmojiKidz smartwatch comes with a pre-installed SIM card. Start by activating cellular service, choosing your mobile plan, and getting the phone number assigned to your child's watch.

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Your watch needs active cellular service before it can be connected to the Monitor GPS app.

  1. Locate your SIM number: Find the SIM number provided with your EmojiKidz smartwatch or product packaging.
  2. Open the EmojiKidz Activation Portal: Go to the activation portal and select Activate Your Watch.
  3. Enter your information: Follow the prompts to enter your SIM and account information.
  4. Choose your mobile plan: Select your preferred service plan and complete activation.
  5. Save your watch phone number: After activation, check your email for the phone number assigned to your smartwatch. Save this number—you'll need it when you pair your watch with Monitor GPS.
  6. Restart your watch: If your watch was powered on during activation, turn it off and back on after activation is complete so it can establish its LTE network connection.
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Download Monitor GPS

Monitor GPS is the parental control mobile app used to connect and manage your child's EmojiKidz smartwatch. Download the app to your iPhone or Android phone before continuing setup.

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Once your watch service is activated, install the app on the parent or main caregiver's smartphone.

  1. Choose your device: Download the Monitor GPS app from:
    Download on the App Store GET IT ON Google Play
  2. Install Monitor GPS: Follow the normal installation prompts on your phone.
  3. Open the app: Once installation is complete, open the app. You'll create your primary user account in the next step.
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Create Account & Pair Watch

Create your admin account in the Monitor GPS app, log in, and pair your child's smartwatch using its REG CODE and assigned watch phone number.

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Follow these steps to register your parent account and pair your physical smartwatch:

Part 1: Create Your Parent Account
  1. Open Monitor GPS: Launch the app on your smartphone and select Sign Up.
  2. Enter details: Enter your email address, create a password, and complete verification.
  3. Finish sign up: Accept the User Agreement and Privacy Policy, then log in using your registered credentials.
Part 2: Pair Your Smartwatch

Option A (Scan QR Code): Tap the scan control beside the Device ID field in the app and scan the REG CODE QR code on your smartwatch screen or packaging.

Option B (Manual Entry): Manually type the watch's 15-digit REG CODE into the Device ID field if scanning is unavailable.

Part 3: Complete Watch Information
  1. Enter nickname & role: Set a smartwatch nickname (e.g., Alex's Watch) and select your family relationship (e.g., Mom or Dad).
  2. Enter Watch Phone Number: Enter the smartwatch cellular phone number assigned during activation.
REG CODE vs. Phone Number: The REG CODE identifies and pairs your smartwatch. The Device Phone Number is the cellular number assigned to the watch during service activation.
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Configure Safety Features

Personalize the app's safety settings. Set up emergency contacts, approved callers, geofence safe zones, notifications, classroom silence schedules, and additional user access.

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Now that your watch is connected, configure the app's safety features below:

Add the phone numbers you want contacted in an emergency:

  1. From the app Home Screen, go to Settings.
  2. Select SOS Numbers.
  3. Add up to three priority emergency contact numbers.
  4. Tap Save.

Add trusted contacts who are approved to communicate with your child's smartwatch:

  1. From the app Home Screen, go to Settings.
  2. Select Contacts.
  3. Tap Add.
  4. Optional: Select a profile icon.
  5. Enter the contact name and cellphone number.
  6. Tap Save.

Prevent unapproved callers from contacting your child's smartwatch:

  1. From the app Home Screen, select Block Unknown Calls.
  2. Activate Reject Unknown Callers. When enabled, calls from unapproved numbers will be automatically rejected.

Choose which SMS safety alerts you want to receive from the smartwatch:

Go to: Settings → SMS Alerts

  • Low Battery Alert
  • SOS Alert

Create important locations such as home, school, or other frequently visited locations and configure a Safe Zone fence around the location.

From the app home screen: Click on GEOFENCE → +. Choose the location, set the desired radius, give your Safe Zone a name, and click Save.

Set recurring quiet periods for school, study time, or bedtime to help reduce distractions:

  1. From the app Home Screen, go to Settings.
  2. Select Do Not Disturb / Classroom Mode.
  3. Set the time period for Silence Mode.
  4. Select the day(s) you want the schedule to repeat and set start/end times.
  5. Tap Save.

Add trusted contacts who can communicate with your child's smartwatch:

  1. From the app Home Screen, go to Settings.
  2. Select Contacts.
  3. Tap Add. Optional: Add a profile photo.
  4. Enter contact name and mobile number. Tap Save.
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Test Your Watch

Complete a quick final check to make sure your child's watch is connected and ready to use. Find common troubleshooting steps and additional support here.

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Before your child starts using the watch, complete these quick checks:

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Check Cellular Connection: Make sure the smartwatch is powered on and displaying a cellular signal.
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Make a Test Call: Place a test call to confirm service is active and working.
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Check App Connection: Open the app and make sure your child's smartwatch appears in your account.
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Check Location: Open the app and click map, tap refresh to see location details.

Note: GPS location accuracy may vary based on signal strength, interior walls, and movement.

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Check Approved Contacts: Confirm contacts you want your child communicating with are properly configured.
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Test SOS: Review SOS contacts and confirm correct numbers are entered. Push the SOS button on the watch to initiate the alert.
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Review Geofence Safe Zones: Make sure Safe Zones are set up correctly and you receive arrival/exit notifications.

Note: Alerts may occur slightly before or after a boundary is crossed due to signal conditions.

ACTIVATION & APP SETUP

Get Your EmojiKidz Watch Connected in Minutes

Activate service, set up the Monitor GPS app, and configure safety features — all in one place.

EmojiKidz kids smartwatch setup with Monitor GPS app showing location tools, SOS safety features and parent-managed watch controls
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GPS Tracking
& Safe Zones
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Approved Contacts
& Calling
SOS Alerts Icon
SOS Alerts
& Safety Tools
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Parent Control App
Monitor GPS
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Watch the Setup Videos

Short, step-by-step videos to help you get up and running quickly.

EmojiKidz kids smartwatch SIM card activation guide for starting watch service and selecting a mobile plan
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Activate Your Watch

How to activate your SIM card and choose a plan.

Monitor GPS app download and account registration guide for setting up an EmojiKidz kids smartwatch
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Download & Register

How to create your Monitor GPS account.

Pair an EmojiKidz GPS smartwatch with the Monitor GPS app using the watch registration code
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Pair Your Watch

How to scan or enter the REG CODE.

EmojiKidz parent app guide for setting up important kids GPS smartwatch safety features and location controls
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Important Features

Set up important safety features.

Configure Key Safety Features

Learn how to set up each feature in the Monitor GPS app.

SOS

Emergency SOS Numbers

Add up to 3 priority emergency contacts.

  1. Open the Monitor GPS App.
  2. Go to Settings > SOS/Family Number.
  3. Enter up to 3 emergency contact numbers.
  4. Tap Save.

How SOS Works: Press and hold the watch SOS button for 3-5 seconds. The watch will begin calling your saved SOS contacts in order until a call is answered.

Monitor GPS app screens for adding three SOS emergency contacts to an EmojiKidz smartwatch

SMS Alerts

Stay informed about important watch activity.

  1. Open the Monitor GPS App.
  2. Go to Settings > SMS Alerts.
  3. Enter the mobile number that should receive alerts.
  4. Turn on Low Battery Alert, SOS Alert, or both.
  5. Tap Save.

You can receive an SMS alert when SOS is activated or when the watch battery is low.

EmojiKidz SMS Alerts settings for low battery warnings and SOS text notifi cations

Approved Contacts

Add approved callers & block unknown calls.

  1. Go to Settings > Contacts.
  2. Tap Add and enter the trusted contact's name and mobile number.
  3. Tap Save.
  4. Return to the Home screen and tap Block Unknown Calls.
  5. Enable Reject Unknown Callers.

Once enabled, only saved contacts can call the smartwatch.

EmojiKidz approved contacts screen showing trusted phone numbers and automatic blocking of unapproved callers

Classroom Silence Mode

Reduce distractions during school, study, or bedtime.

  1. Open the Monitor GPS App.
  2. Go to Settings > Do Not Disturb / Classroom Mode.
  3. Tap Add to create a schedule.
  4. Select the days and start/end times.
  5. Tap Save.

During scheduled Classroom Silence Mode, watch distractions are limited while SOS safety functionality remains active.

EmojiKidz Classroom Silence Mode settings for scheduling distraction-free school hours while keeping SOS available

Safe Zones (Geofencing)

Create locations and receive arrival and exit alerts.

  1. Open the Monitor GPS App and tap Map.
  2. Tap the Geofence / Safe Zone icon.
  3. Tap the plus sign + to add a new Safe Zone.
  4. Choose the location and adjust the zone size.
  5. Enter a name for the zone.
  6. Tap Save.

You'll receive alerts when the smartwatch enters or leaves the Safe Zone. Recommended: Set the radius of 1,000 feet or greater to help reduce false alerts.

EmojiKidz Safe Zones map showing geofence boundaries and entry or exit alerts for a child’s saved locations

Live Location & Tracking History

See your child’s current location and review where their watch has been.

View Live Location:

  1. Open the Monitor GPS App.
  2. Tap Map.
  3. View the watch’s current reported location.
  4. Tap Refresh to request an updated location.

View Tracking History:

  1. From the Home screen, tap Tracking History.
  2. Select the date and time period you want to review.
  3. View the watch’s recorded location history and playback on the map.

Screens to Show:
Home → Map → Refresh → Tracking History → History Playback → Settings → Tracking Frequency → 1 Hour → Save

EmojiKidz live location and tracking history screens for viewing a child’s current watch location and past routes

How GPS Tracking Works

Your child’s EmojiKidz watch uses GPS, Wi-Fi, and cellular positioning (LBS) to provide location updates. Location accuracy can vary based on signal, surroundings and device settings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about activation, setup and using the Monitor GPS app.

Can strangers call or text my child’s watch?

No. The EmojiKidz smartwatch is built with strict whitelist protection. Only phone numbers approved in the Monitor GPS parent app are allowed to call or text the watch. All unknown or unapproved callers are automatically blocked.

How does Classroom Silence Mode work?

Classroom Silence Mode allows parents to set scheduled quiet hours (e.g., during school hours). When active, touchscreen functions and incoming call sounds are disabled so your child stays focused, while emergency SOS functionality remains active.

Where do I find the REG CODE?

The 15-digit REG CODE can be found inside the smartwatch menu under System Settings > QR Code / Reg Code. It is also printed on a sticker on the back of the watch unit or the original packaging box.

How do I add another parent or caregiver?

The primary account holder can authorize additional caregivers by going to Settings > Family Members in the app. Have the second parent download the Monitor GPS app and scan the primary admin's authorization QR code.

Why isn’t the GPS location updating?

Location updates rely on cellular data and signal strength. Ensure that your cellular plan is active, the SIM card has data remaining, and the watch is turned on with sufficient signal. You can manually refresh location inside the Monitor GPS map view.

How long does the battery last?

Under normal usage (including GPS tracking, occasional calls, and messaging), the battery lasts approximately 1 to 2 days on a single full charge. You can optimize battery life by adjusting location refresh intervals in the app.