what will happen if i uninstall then reinstall wahoo?
Uninstalling and reinstalling the Wahoo app usually fixes app glitches, but what happens to your data depends on what Wahoo stores in the cloud versus on your phone. Wahoo’s support says ELEMNT configurations, settings, routes, workouts, sensors, and similar user data are backed up to the Wahoo Cloud, while Wi‑Fi network details are not included for security reasons.
What you can expect
- Your Wahoo account and cloud-synced ELEMNT setup should still be there after reinstalling, as long as you sign back in with the same account.
- You may need to pair devices again or go through setup prompts after reinstalling the app.
- If you had any phone-only settings, downloaded files, or unsynced changes, those may be lost when the app is removed, depending on the device and app behavior.
- Reinstalling can help clear app bugs, but it is not a guaranteed fix for every Wahoo issue.
Before you uninstall
- Make sure your Wahoo account login details are saved.
- Sync your device first so recent changes reach the cloud.
- If you use an ELEMNT device, check that your key settings and routes have synced.
- If possible, note any custom profiles or preferences so you can restore them quickly.
Simple rule of thumb
If your Wahoo setup is cloud-synced, reinstalling is usually safe. If something lives only on the phone, back it up first because uninstalling may remove it.
TL;DR: Reinstalling Wahoo usually keeps cloud-synced device settings and account data, but local phone data may be lost, so sync first and log back in with the same account.