How to prohibit voice message reception in WhatsApp?

How to prohibit voice message reception in WhatsApp - briefly?

To prevent the reception of voice messages on WhatsApp, you can mute the conversation or block the sender. This will effectively stop any audio messages from being delivered to your device.

How to prohibit voice message reception in WhatsApp - in detail?

To prohibit the reception of voice messages in WhatsApp, users can employ several methods tailored to their specific needs and devices. Here are detailed steps for both Android and iOS platforms:

For Android Users:

1. Using WhatsApp Settings:

   • Open WhatsApp and navigate to the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top right corner.
   • Select 'Settings' from the dropdown menu.
   • Go to 'Account'.
   • Tap on 'Privacy'.
   • Scroll down to find 'Voice Messages'. You may need to tap on 'Advanced' settings if it’s not immediately visible.
   • Disable voice message reception by toggling the switch off.

2. Using Third-Party Applications:

   • Download and install a third-party app like 'WhatsApp Plus' or 'GB WhatsApp'. These apps offer additional privacy settings not available in the standard version of WhatsApp.
   • Open the modified app and go to 'Settings'.
   • Navigate to 'Privacy' or 'Advanced Settings'.
   • Find the option related to voice messages and disable it.

For iOS Users:

1. Using Screen Time:

   • Go to 'Settings' on your iPhone.
   • Tap on 'Screen Time'.
   • Select 'App Limits'.
   • Click on 'Add Limit'.
   • Choose 'Social' from the list of app categories and set a time limit for WhatsApp, effectively restricting usage which includes voice message reception.

2. Using Do Not Disturb Mode:

   • Go to 'Settings' on your iPhone.
   • Tap on 'Do Not Disturb'.
   • Turn on 'Do Not Disturb'. You can schedule this mode to activate at specific times, effectively silencing notifications including voice messages.

General Tips:

• Mute Specific Contacts: If you want to mute voice messages from certain contacts without completely blocking them, you can do so by going to the contact’s information in WhatsApp and tapping on 'Mute'.
• Custom Notifications: You can customize notification settings for WhatsApp to ensure that only text messages trigger a notification. Go to your phone's 'Settings', select 'Notifications', find WhatsApp, and adjust the settings accordingly.

By following these steps, users can effectively manage and prohibit the reception of voice messages in WhatsApp, enhancing their privacy and reducing unwanted interruptions.