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Does Pokemon GO Have to Be Open to Count Steps?

Does Pokemon GO Have to Be Open to Count Steps?
Diego Kafie

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Ever wondered if you need to keep Pokemon GO open on your phone to rack up those steps? Well, you’re not alone. Many trainers ask themselves this very question as they aim to hatch eggs and earn rewards based on walking distance.

So, let’s dig a little deeper. Does Pokemon GO really need to be active on your screen to count your steps towards in-game achievements?

Short Answer: Not Anymore!

Gone are the days when you had to keep Pokemon GO open all the time to have your steps count. Thanks to a nifty feature called Adventure Sync, your steps can now be tracked even when the app is closed. This means you can go about your daily activities, and still make progress in the game.

Adventure Sync uses your phone’s health app to keep track of your steps. This data is then synced with Pokemon GO to apply your steps towards hatching eggs and earning Buddy Candy. All you have to do is enable Adventure Sync in the settings, and you’re good to go!

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