I can't turn on the Motion permission for The Commons on phone

The Commons uses Motion & Fitness permission to help the app work efficiently without draining your battery. We don’t track physical activity.

Last updated on 22 Jul, 2025

✅ Step-by-Step: Turn On Motion Permission on your iPhone

Go to: Settings > Privacy & Security > Motion & Fitness
Turn on Fitness Tracking
If The Commons is listed, toggle it on.
Go back into The Commons and you can now turn it on.
You may need to close out of The Commons app by swiping it up and away. Then reopen and toggle permission on.

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✅ Step-by-Step: Turn On Motion Permission on your Android

Open your phone’s Settings.
Tap Apps or Apps & Notifications.
Find and tap The Commons.
Tap Permissions.
Tap Physical Activity or Body Sensors (depending on your device).
Choose Allow.

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