WhatsApp has become one of the most popular messaging apps, with over 2 billion users worldwide. One of the signature features of WhatsApp is the notification sound that plays whenever a message is sent from your device. While some enjoy the sent message sound, others may find it distracting or annoying after a while. Luckily, WhatsApp provides a simple way to turn off the sent message sound so your device remains silent when you hit send.
Why Would You Want to Mute the Sent Message Sound?
There are a few reasons why you may want to disable the sent message sound on WhatsApp:
- The sound can be distracting, especially if you send a lot of messages frequently.
- It can be disruptive if you’re messaging late at night when others are sleeping.
- You may prefer a more discreet messaging experience without extra sounds.
- The sound could get repetitive and annoying over time.
- You want to focus without sound notifications interrupting you.
- It’s an easy way to make messaging less noisy overall.
The main appeal of disabling the sent message sound is that it creates a calmer, quieter messaging environment. You control exactly when and how you get notified by WhatsApp without constant sound effects interrupting you.
How to Turn Off Sent Message Sound on Android
If you have an Android device and want to turn off the sent message sound on WhatsApp, follow these steps:
- Open WhatsApp and tap the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner.
- Go to Settings > Notifications > Message notifications.
- Tap on Sound and select None to disable the sent message sound.
And that’s it! Now when you send WhatsApp messages on your Android phone, they will silently be delivered without a notification sound. You can toggle the sent message sound back on at any time by returning to Sound settings and selecting a notification tone.
Changing Notification Settings on Samsung Phones
The process is mostly the same for Samsung and other Android phones, but may be located in slightly different notification settings:
- Open WhatsApp and tap the three-dot menu button.
- Go to Settings > Notifications.
- Tap Message notifications and click Sound.
- Select None to turn off the sent message sound.
Silencing Notifications on Pixel and Nokia Phones
On Pixel and Nokia Android phones, you can find the sent message sound settings here:
- Open WhatsApp and tap the three-dot menu icon.
- Go to Settings > Notifications.
- Tap Advanced settings.
- Tap Message notifications and select None under Sound.
This will disable the sent message sound so you can message quietly.
How to Turn Off Sent Message Sound on iPhone
If you have an iPhone and want to turn off the sent message sound for WhatsApp, here are the steps:
- Open WhatsApp and tap Settings at the bottom.
- Go to Notifications > Sound.
- Under Sent Message Sounds, select None.
Now the sent message sound will be muted on your iPhone’s WhatsApp app. You can change it back to your preferred tone any time through the Sound settings.
Customizing Notifications on iPad and Mac
For iPad and Mac users, turning off the sent message sound is done through the System Settings:
- Open Settings on your iPad or Mac.
- Select Notifications.
- Scroll down and tap WhatsApp.
- Under Sound, choose None to disable sent message sounds.
This will prevent sent message sounds from playing on your iPad or Mac computer when using WhatsApp.
How to Mute WhatsApp Notifications on Android Wear OS
If you use WhatsApp on your Android smartwatch, here’s how to mute notifications:
- Open the Android Wear app on your phone.
- Go to Settings > Notifications.
- Tap on the WhatsApp notification category.
- Toggle off Vibrate, Sound, and Show peeking to mute.
Now WhatsApp notifications will be silenced on your Android smartwatch. Repeat these steps but toggle settings back on to re-enable notifications.
Customizing Notification Settings on WhatsApp Web
When using WhatsApp Web on your computer’s browser, here’s how to customize desktop notifications:
- Make sure you’re logged into WhatsApp Web.
- Click the Settings icon in the bottom left corner.
- Go to Notifications > Sound notifications.
- Uncheck ‘Play sound’ to disable sent message sounds.
Now sent messages will silently be delivered without sound when using WhatsApp Web. Adjust notification settings anytime to add sound back.
Disabling Message Sounds by Conversation
Beyond globally muting sent message sounds, you can also selectively mute conversations:
- Open the WhatsApp conversation you want to mute.
- Tap the conversation name at the top and select Mute notifications.
- Choose how long to mute the conversation.
This will override your general notification settings, allowing you to mute specific chats only. It’s great for muting groups or contacts temporarily.
Troubleshooting Tips
If you don’t hear sent message sounds after toggling WhatsApp notification settings, here are some troubleshooting tips:
- Close and reopen the WhatsApp app to refresh settings.
- Check Do Not Disturb settings which can override notifications.
- Confirm notification access is enabled for WhatsApp in System Settings.
- Try resetting app preferences or reinstalling WhatsApp as needed.
- Update to the latest version of WhatsApp in case of a bug.
- Restart your phone to eliminate other sound issues.
Following these steps should help if you are having trouble getting sent message sounds to be muted on WhatsApp.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does muting sent message sounds also mute incoming messages?
No, muting the sent message sound only disables notification sounds for messages you send. Incoming messages will still play notification sounds unless those are disabled separately in WhatsApp settings.
Can I set a custom sent message sound?
Yes, you can set a custom sent message sound instead of none in WhatsApp notification settings. Pick from default system tones or use any MP3 audio file saved on your device.
Will disabling sent message sounds mute chat wallpapers?
No, turning off notification sounds does not affect chat wallpapers or any other visual WhatsApp settings – it only mutes audible tones and vibrations.
How do I mute outgoing calls in WhatsApp?
To mute call sounds when making WhatsApp calls, go to Settings > Calls > Call notifications > uncheck Ringtone under Outgoing call sounds. This will separately mute outgoing call ringtones.
Can I disable sent message sounds on WhatsApp Business?
Yes, the same notification settings apply to WhatsApp Business. Go to Notifications > Message notifications > Sound and select None to mute sent sounds.
Conclusion
The sent message sound on WhatsApp can quickly become intrusive for some users. Luckily, you can easily disable sent message sounds in WhatsApp notification settings on both iPhone and Android devices. This provides a distraction-free, quieter messaging experience so you can focus without constant sound effects. And you can still customize notifications on a conversation level for more control. With just a few taps in the app settings, you’ll be on your way to messaging more discreetly without sent message sounds.