How to Set Up FreeStyle Libre | FreeStyle Libre US

Follow these easy steps to set up the FreeStyle Libre systems.

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Smiling woman looking at a smartphone

Smiling woman looking at a smartphone

Download and set up the Libre app*.

The Libre app is designed to work with FreeStyle Libre systems sensors^†. Before downloading, check to see if your smartphone is compatible here.

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Apply your sensor.

Watch the video or view our Sensor Application and Adhesion Guide for step-by-step instructions on how to apply your sensor, and keep it in place.

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Get your first reading.

Once you’ve connected your sensor to your smartphone, you’ll receive continuous, real-time glucose readings. Watch the video to know what to expect for your first reading.

Setting your alarms^‡
Optional, real-time glucose alarms let you know the minute your glucose is too low or too high.

Learn how to set up alarms in the Libre app.

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Need more help?

The MyFreeStyle program will guide you through your journey with diabetes and teach you how to use FreeStyle Libre systems like a pro.

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* The FreeStyle Libre systems apps are only compatible with certain mobile devices and operating systems. Please check the Support section of our website for more information about device compatibility before using the apps. Use of the FreeStyle Libre systems apps may require registration with LibreView.

† The Libre app is compatible with FreeStyle Libre 2 system sensors and FreeStyle Libre 3 system sensors.

‡ Alarm notifications will only be received when alarms are turned on and the sensor is within 20 feet (FreeStyle Libre 2) or 33 feet (FreeStyle Libre 3) unobstructed of the reading device.

♢ Eligible patients will receive one (1) FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus sensor or (1) FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensor for users with a compatible mobile phone operating system at $0 copay. The expiration date of the voucher is 60 days from the issue date. This program is available for patients with Type 1 diabetes or Type 2 diabetes or gestational diabetes. Patients ages 18 and older are eligible to sign up and receive an offer for the (1) FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus sensor or (1) FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensor. Patients ages 2–17 are eligible to receive an offer for the (1) FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus sensor or (1) FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensor through their parent or guardian. This offer is void where prohibited by law. Abbott may modify or rescind this offer at any time without notice. The discounts are not available to beneficiaries of Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Medicaid or other federal or state healthcare programs, residents of Massachusetts, or US territories (other than Puerto Rico). The free (1) FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus sensor or (1) FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensor is provided as a sample and is limited to one sample per eligible person per product identification number. The FreeStyle Libre 2 Plus sensor or FreeStyle Libre 3 Plus sensor cannot be re-sold, traded nor submitted to any third-party payer for reimbursement and is not provided as any inducement for future purchases. The free sample card is not health insurance.

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Important Safety Information

FreeStyle Libre 14 day, FreeStyle Libre 2 and FreeStyle Libre 3 systems: Failure to use FreeStyle Libre systems as instructed in labeling may result in missing a severe low or high glucose event and/or making a treatment decision, resulting in injury. If glucose reading and alarms (if enabled) do not match symptoms or expectations, use a fingerstick value from a blood glucose meter for treatment decisions. Seek medical attention when appropriate or contact Abbott at 855-632-8658 or FreeStyleLibre.us for safety info.

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