Silence WhatsApp Calls Without Blocking Contacts: Two Easy Methods
Maintaining privacy on WhatsApp is important, and while blocking contacts seems like a solution to unwanted calls, it can be overkill. What if you want to mute calls without cutting off communication entirely?
Luckily, there are two simple methods to achieve this:
1. Activate the “Silence Unknown Callers” Feature
The first method utilizes WhatsApp’s built-in feature designed to silence calls from unknown numbers. This feature is incredibly helpful if you frequently receive annoying calls from unfamiliar numbers. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
1. Open the WhatsApp application and navigate to the ‘Settings’ menu.
2. Select the ‘Privacy’ option, then choose ‘Calls’.
3. Enable the ‘Silence Unknown Callers’ feature.
With this feature activated, calls from unknown numbers will be automatically silenced, preventing distractions while ensuring the sender can still send messages. You won’t hear the call, but you won’t miss any potential messages.
2. Activate Do Not Disturb (DND) Mode on your cellphone
The second method leverages your device’s Do Not Disturb mode.
Activating DND allows you to mute notifications and calls, including those from WhatsApp, without resorting to blocking contacts.
Here’s how to activate DND on your device:
A. For iPhone
- Go to the ‘Settings’ menu and select ‘Focus’.
- Select ‘Apps’ and add WhatsApp to the list of apps you want to silence.
- In the ‘People’ section, deactivate the ‘Allow Repeated Calls’ option. This ensures that repeated calls from the same number remain muted.
- Enable Do Not Disturb mode through the Control Center – simply tap the ‘Do Not Disturb’ option.
When DND is active, all notifications, including call alerts from WhatsApp, will be muted.
B. For Android
- Access the ‘Settings’ menu, locate the ‘Do Not Disturb’ option (it may also be accessible via Quick Settings on your cellphone screen).
- Adjust Do Not Disturb settings to prevent WhatsApp from sending notifications or receiving calls.
- While DND is active, WhatsApp calls won’t appear on your phone’s screen and will be automatically rejected.
With these two methods, you can control who calls you without resorting to blocking. This ensures your privacy is maintained while allowing for continued communication through messages.
What are the steps for muting WhatsApp calls using the “Mute Notifications” feature?
## Silencing Those Pesky WhatsApp Calls: A Chat with Alex Reed, Tech Expert
**Interviewer:** Welcome back to the show, Alex Reed! Today we’re diving into the world of WhatsApp privacy, specifically how to silence those unwanted calls without resorting to blocking contacts altogether.
**Alex Reed Name:** Thanks for having me! It’s a common dilemma: you want some peace and quiet, but don’t necessarily want to cut off communication with certain contacts. Luckily, WhatsApp gives us options!
**Interviewer:** Let’s start with the first method. You mentioned “Silence Unknown Callers.” Can you explain how that works?
**Alex Reed Name:** Absolutely! It’s a built-in feature meant to combat the influx of calls from numbers you don’t recognize.
First, you open WhatsApp and head to your settings. From there, navigate to “Privacy” and select ”Calls.” You’ll find the option “Silence Unknown Callers.” Toggle it on, and voila!
Calls from numbers not in your contacts list will no longer ring on your phone. They’ll still be listed in your call log, but your device won’t be interrupted. [1](https://faq.whatsapp.com/694350718331007)
**Interviewer:** That’s incredibly handy. Any downsides to this approach?
**Alex Reed Name:**
Not really. Just keep in mind that it might accidentally silence important calls from new contacts. It’s always good to periodically check your call log to make sure you haven’t missed anything crucial.
**Interviewer:** Great point! What about the second method?
