How to Easily Activate Developer Mode on Your Quest 3 Headset

Satya Dev
Antaeus AR
Published in
4 min readJan 25, 2024

Introduction

Have you ever wanted to explore beyond the regular features of your Quest 3 headset? Developer Mode, also known as Debug Mode, is a fantastic feature that allows you to unlock advanced functionalities like using SideQuest, a popular tool for sideloading apps and games. Turning on Developer Mode is straightforward and takes less than 5 minutes. Plus, it’s a one-time setup! Here’s a simple guide to get you started.

Step 1: Visit the Oculus Dashboard

First things first, head over to developer.oculus.com and log in. Use the same credentials you registered with your Oculus account, which might be the same as your Facebook account. This step is quick and gets you started on your journey to unlocking new features on your headset.

Meta Quest 3 Login
Quest 3 email id

Step 2: Create an ‘Organization’ Name

Don’t let the term “organization” intimidate you. In this step, all you need to do is choose a unique name for your developer profile. It can be anything, from something fun and quirky to a simple set of characters. This name is mostly used by developers to display their studio name, but as a regular user, feel free to get creative — this name won’t affect your daily usage.

New Organization
Meta Quest 3 NDA

Step 3: Account Verification

Next up, you’ll need to verify your account. You can do this easily through two-factor authentication, which I highly recommend for its simplicity. Just enter your ‘phone number’, receive a code, and enter it to proceed. This step ensures the security of your account and is a quick process.

Developer account -> two factor authentication

Step 4: Enable Developer Mode on Your Phone

Play store Meta Quest app Link.

App store Meta Quest app Link.

With your developer account ready, grab your phone and open the Meta Quest app. Here’s what you do next:

  • Tap ‘Menu’
  • Select ‘Devices’
  • Choose your Quest 3 headset
  • Go to ‘Headset Settings’
  • Find ‘Developer Mode’
  • Toggle it ‘On’

And there you have it — Developer Mode is now active on your Quest 3 headset!

Enable Bluetooth
Menu -> Devices
Connect a meta quest 3
Pair a meta quest 3
Quest 3 headset to Wi-fi
Meta quest 3 pairing code
Pair app to headset
Meta Quest 3 pairing
Meta Quest 3 setup
Meta Quest 3 Connected to Wi-fi
Meta Quest 3, Headset settings
Meta Quest 3 — Developer setting -> Developer mode ON

Conclusion:

Activating Developer Mode on your Quest 3 is a simple and quick process that opens up a world of possibilities. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, a casual gamer, or just curious about the extra features your headset can offer, this guide is designed to help you unlock these features effortlessly. Remember, this is a one-time setup, so you won’t have to repeat these steps again.

Enjoy the enhanced capabilities of your Quest 3 and explore the exciting world of extended functionalities with ease!

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