Apple’s best safety feature is now on your Apple Watch — here’s how to use it

Detail shot of an Apple Watch SE on a bright blue background showing the steps to set up and send a Check In notification in watchOS 11 .

Apple's Check In safety feature was introduced roughly a year ago on iPhone with the launch of iOS 17. Now it's available on your Apple Watch via watchOS 11. 

Whether you've used Check In on your iPhone or are new to the feature, it's easy and customizable to set up. The tool lets you keep a trusted contact or contacts informed of your whereabouts and well-being. It can also automatically send your location data if a Check In isn't successfully completed.