How To Clean Your Apple Watch Band

Remove the band from your Apple Watch before cleaning. 

For Leather Watch Bands:

1. Wipe the leather portions of the bands clean with a nonabrasive, lint-free cloth. If necessary, lightly dampen the cloth with fresh water.*
2. Don’t soak leather bands in water. The leather bands aren't water resistant.
3. Let the band air dry thoroughly before you attach it to your Apple Watch. Don’t store leather bands in direct sunlight, at high temperatures, or in high humidity.

For Stainless Steel Watch Bands

1. Wipe the band clean with a nonabrasive, lint-free cloth. If necessary, lightly dampen the cloth with fresh water. With these bands, you can also use mild hypoallergenic hand soap for cleaning.
2. Dry the band with a nonabrasive, lint-free cloth before you attach it to your Apple Watch.

For Silicone Watch Bands

1. Wipe the band clean with a nonabrasive, lint-free cloth. If necessary, lightly dampen the cloth with fresh water.
2. Dry the band with a nonabrasive, lint-free cloth before you attach it to your Apple Watch.

* Leather usually takes on a patina after normal wear. The leather might also change color due to exposure to substances like perfume, insect repellent, oil, lotion, or dyed materials like denim. The band colors may vary or fade over time.