How to turn off the sound on WhatsApp?

How to turn off the sound on WhatsApp - briefly?

To turn off the sound on WhatsApp, you can adjust the notification settings within the app. Simply go to Settings > Notifications > Messages and toggle off the "Show Preview" option for messages. Additionally, you can mute specific chats by opening the chat, tapping on the contact's name at the top, and selecting "Mute."

How to turn off the sound on WhatsApp - in detail?

To turn off the sound on WhatsApp, you need to adjust the settings in both your device and the WhatsApp application itself. This ensures that you will not receive any audible alerts from WhatsApp, providing a quieter environment for your communication needs.

Firstly, let's address the device settings:

  1. iPhone:

    • Go to 'Settings'.
    • Scroll down and tap on 'Notifications'.
    • Find and select 'WhatsApp' from the list of apps.
    • Turn off the toggle for 'Sounds'. This will mute all WhatsApp notifications, including messages, calls, and group notifications.
  2. Android:

    • Open 'Settings'.
    • Tap on 'Apps & Notifications' or 'Apps', depending on your device.
    • Find and select 'WhatsApp' from the list of apps.
    • Tap on 'Notifications'.
    • Turn off the toggle for 'Allow notifications'. If this option is not available, look for an option to turn off sounds or customize notification settings.

Secondly, let's focus on the WhatsApp application settings:

  1. Muting Specific Chats:

    • Open WhatsApp and go to the chat you want to mute.
    • Tap on the contact name at the top of the screen (iPhone) or the three dots in the upper right corner (Android).
    • Select 'Mute' from the menu.
    • Choose the duration for which you want to mute the chat: 8 hours, 1 week, or 1 year.
  2. Disabling Sound/Vibration for All Chats:

    • Open WhatsApp and go to 'Settings'.
    • Tap on 'Notifications'.
    • Turn off the toggle for 'Sound' (iPhone) or disable the 'Use Interrupting Notifications' option (Android). This will ensure that no sound is played for any incoming messages.

By following these steps, you can effectively turn off the sound on WhatsApp, creating a more peaceful and distraction-free environment tailored to your preferences.