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How to Turn Off Pairing Notification Sound on Android?

RJB

RJB

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When a new device attempts to connect to my Samsung S23 Ultra, the phone plays the stock Notification sound, even if my phone is in Do Not Disturb.

I don't want to hear anything. The only way to avoid this is to remember to turn off all sounds before pairing. That's not ideal, of course.

I have looked in:
Settings=>Apps=>[The New Device's App]=>Notifications... are Blocked
Settings=>Apps (Show System Apps)=>Bluetooth=>Notifications... Sound and vibration is OFF. "Allow Notifications" is ON but grayed out so I can't change it.
Settings=>Apps (Show System Apps)=>Bluetooth=>Notifications=>Notification categories are all defaulted to ON but are also grayed out.

I suspect Notifications has to be left ON so the "Input PIN" screen will pop up when a new device tries to connect, but I want silence.

I am running Android 15, Build number AP3A.240905.015.A2.S918USQS6DYF3 with Samsung's One UI version 7.0.

Thanks for any help.

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"uh" that turns volume down for ALL notifications. Which is not what I'm asking for.

And I would like to not have to remember to do an extra step every time I need to pair. (per OP, 2nd paragraph).

So anyone else: Can I stop Android/BT from this specific sound.
 
I gathered this from the net. It sounds promising:
Here's how you can try to turn off or change the Bluetooth pairing notification sound on your Samsung Galaxy S24:
Method 1: Adjusting Bluetooth Notification Categories
This is the most likely solution for your issue.
* Go to Settings: Swipe down from the top of your screen to open the Quick Settings panel, then tap on the gear icon (Settings).
* Navigate to Notifications: Tap on Notifications.
* App Notifications/App Settings: Look for and tap on App notifications or App settings (the exact wording might vary slightly).
* Show System Apps: This is a crucial step. You'll likely need to tap the three-dot menu (or a similar icon) in the top right corner and select Show system apps. Bluetooth is a system process, so it won't appear in the regular app list.
* Find Bluetooth: Scroll down through the list of system apps until you find Bluetooth. Tap on it.
* Notification Categories: Look for Notification categories or similar. Tap on it.
* Identify the relevant category: You might see categories like "Bluetooth share," "Bluetooth pairing," or general "Bluetooth" notifications. Tap on the category that seems to be responsible for the pairing sound.
* Change Sound to Silent or None:
* Once you're in the specific notification category, you should see an option for Sound.
* Tap on Sound.
* Select Silent or None from the available options. This should stop any sound from playing for that specific notification.
Method 2: General System Sound Adjustments (Less likely to target specifically pairing sound)
While not as precise, you can check your general system sound settings.
* Go to Settings: Swipe down and tap the gear icon.
* Sounds and Vibration: Tap on Sounds and vibration.
* Notification Sound: You can adjust the Default notification sound here, but this will affect ALL your notifications, which you don't want.
* Volume: Check the Volume settings for "System" sounds. Lowering this might affect the Bluetooth pairing sound, but it will also lower other system sounds (like touch feedback, lock screen sounds, etc.).
Important Notes:
* Android Version and One UI: The exact steps and wording might vary slightly depending on your specific Android version (e.g., Android 14) and Samsung's One UI version.
* Testing: After making changes, try pairing your phone to a Bluetooth device to see if the sound has been successfully silenced or changed.
* "Separate App Sound" (less relevant for system sounds): Samsung phones also have a "Separate app sound" feature under "Sounds and vibration." This allows you to route audio from specific apps to a Bluetooth device while other sounds play on your phone. This is more for managing media playback and less for system notifications like pairing.
If you follow Method 1 carefully, you should be able to disable that annoying Bluetooth pairing notification sound!
 
Thanks. My OP indicated I pretty much did Method 1 - but that 7th bullet point ("Identify the relevant category...") they are all defaulted to ON but are also grayed out...
 
olbriar said:
* Identify the relevant category: You might see categories like "Bluetooth share," "Bluetooth pairing," or general "Bluetooth" notifications. Tap on the category that seems to be responsible for the pairing sound.
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Even though it's grayed out, long-pressing allows options. I have changed all of those to "Silent" yet it still plays my Notification sting when it attempts to pair, and again when it pairs.

Surely there's a hack somewhere to turn this off!
 
RJB said:
Even though it's grayed out, long-pressing allows options. I have changed all of those to "Silent" yet it still plays my Notification sting when it attempts to pair, and again when it pairs.

Surely there's a hack somewhere to turn this off!
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The quoted advice is part of a broader troubleshooting guide that attempts to help users disable the stubborn Bluetooth pairing notification sound on Samsung Galaxy phones running Android 15 with One UI 7.0. Here's a breakdown based on the surrounding page context:


What's Happening​


  • When a Bluetooth device attempts to connect or successfully pairs with the phone, it plays a notification sound—even during Do Not Disturb mode.
  • The user has already explored the common settings menu paths, tried muting system apps (like Bluetooth), and switched notification categories to “Silent,” but the sound persists.

What the Quoted Text Suggests​


  • Finding the right notification category: You’re guided to dig into the system settings under Bluetooth's app info and examine categories like:
    • “Bluetooth share”
    • “Bluetooth pairing”
    • General “Bluetooth” notifications
  • Long-pressing grayed-out options: Even if these settings appear locked or grayed out, the tip implies a workaround: long-pressing the category might still allow you to open it and change the sound setting.

Why It Might Still Not Work​


Despite these tweaks, the pairing sound continues to play. Based on the discussion:


  • Samsung likely forces certain system notifications to remain enabled so that critical UI elements (like the Bluetooth PIN prompt) still function.
  • These pairing sounds might be hardcoded at a deeper system level, bypassing regular app-level notification settings.

Possible Hacks or Workarounds​


While no confirmed “hack” was provided on the page, users speculate that:


  • A system-level modification (like using ADB commands or rooting the phone) might be needed.
  • This poses risks and may void warranties or affect system stability.

If you'd like, I can help look up ADB-based tweaks or provide instructions for advanced approaches that might offer more control. Want to venture into deeper waters?
 
The quoted text —


“If you'd like, I can help look up ADB-based tweaks or provide instructions for advanced approaches that might offer more control. Want to venture into deeper waters?” —
is a response to a persistent issue discussed on the page: how to silence the Bluetooth pairing notification sound on a Samsung Galaxy device, even when standard settings don’t work.
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Context Summary​


The original poster (RJB) is frustrated because:


  • Their Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra plays a notification sound when a Bluetooth device attempts to pair — even in Do Not Disturb mode.
  • They’ve already tried muting Bluetooth system app notifications, adjusting notification categories, and setting sounds to “Silent.”
  • Despite these efforts, the sound still plays, suggesting it may be hardcoded at the system level.

What the Quoted Text Implies​


The quoted offer to help with ADB-based tweaks or advanced approaches is a pivot from basic settings to deeper system-level modifications, such as:


  • Using Android Debug Bridge (ADB) to disable or modify hidden system behaviors
  • Possibly exploring root-level changes or custom ROMs, though these are riskier

The phrase “venture into deeper waters” is a metaphorical nudge, inviting the user to explore more technical, potentially complex solutions that go beyond what the UI allows.


⚠️ Why This Matters​


Samsung’s One UI and Android 15 may lock down certain system sounds, especially those tied to security prompts like Bluetooth pairing. That’s why even muted categories still trigger sounds — they’re likely protected system events.


Would you like me to walk you through safe ADB commands that might help suppress these pairing sounds, or explore whether Samsung’s system UI allows any hidden toggles for this?
 
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