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Notification Sound Not Working? Troubleshoot Android Alerts

Issue Description 

Notifications arrive silently without sound alerts. 

Common Causes 

  • Notification sound disabled 
  • Do Not Disturb mode 
  • App-specific sound muted 

Step-by-Step Solution 

Step 1: Check Notification Volume 

  • Press volume key → expand menu 
  • Increase Notification volume 

 

Step 2: Disable Do Not Disturb 

  • Settings → Sound → Do Not Disturb 
  • Turn OFF 

 

Step 3: Check App Notification Sound 

  • Settings → Apps → App Name → Notifications 
  • Select sound and priority 

 

Step 4: Restart Phone 

  • Test notifications again 

Explore Further 

  • Reset sound settings 

Prevention & Best Practices 

Avoid silent profiles unintentionally.