APIPartner/business only · 10/25 points
Activities are standard FIT files you can copy over USB. Gadgetbridge supports the fēnix 8 without Garmin Connect. The official Health/Activity APIs need business approval. Garmin Connect+ is optional.
🔌 Official API
- Garmin Connect Developer Program (Health API, Activity API): business/partner approval only. Individuals can't self-register for their own data.
- Approved apps such as Strava and TrainingPeaks get your data via Connected Apps in Garmin Connect.
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