As iPhone users, many of us have experienced a time when we have accidentally turned on the Do Not Disturb mode on our phones, and due to this, we are not receiving any calls, messages or notifications. Even though Do Not Disturb Mode can be helpful in certain situations, it can also become a problem when it is turned on unintentionally. Therefore, it is important to know how to turn off Do Not Disturb Mode on iPhone. In this blog, we will discuss several methods and tips to turn off Do Not Disturb Mode on your iPhone.
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What’s Needed
To turn off Do Not Disturb Mode on your iPhone, you only need your iPhone device. There are no additional tools or software needed.
What Should I Pay Attention to?
Before we move on to the methods, there are a few things that you should keep in mind while turning off Do Not Disturb Mode:
1. Check if your iPhone is on Silent mode: If your iPhone is on Silent mode, then you won’t receive any notifications, even if the Do Not Disturb Mode is turned off. So make sure your phone is not on Silent mode.
2. Check if Scheduled Do Not Disturb Mode is on: If the Scheduled Do Not Disturb mode is turned on, then you won’t receive notifications during the set time period. Make sure to disable the Schedule for Do Not Disturb mode as well.
3. Check if the Airplane mode is on: If your iPhone is on Airplane mode, then you won’t receive any notifications or calls until you turn it off. So, make sure your phone is not on Airplane mode.
Method 1: Turn off Do Not Disturb Mode from Control Center
To turn off Do Not Disturb Mode from Control Center, follow these steps:
1. Swipe up from the bottom of your iPhone screen to open the Control Center.
2. Look for the crescent moon icon. If it is highlighted, then the Do Not Disturb Mode is on. If it is not highlighted, then the Do Not Disturb Mode is off.
3. Press the crescent moon icon if it is highlighted.
4. Your iPhone will exit the Do Not Disturb Mode and you will start receiving notifications, calls and messages.
Q: How do I access the Control Center?
A: To access the Control Center, swipe up from the bottom of your iPhone screen.
Method 2: Turn off Do Not Disturb Mode from Settings
To turn off Do Not Disturb Mode from Settings, follow these steps:
1. Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
2. Scroll down and tap on "Do Not Disturb".
3. Look for the toggle switch next to "Do Not Disturb". If it is green, the mode is on. Tap on it to turn it off.
4. Your iPhone will exit the Do Not Disturb Mode and you will start receiving notifications, calls and messages.
Q: How do I find the ‘Do Not Disturb’ option in Settings?
A: You can find the ‘Do Not Disturb’ option by opening the Settings app on your iPhone and scrolling down to find it.
Method 3: Turn off Do Not Disturb Mode with Siri
To turn off Do Not Disturb mode using Siri, follow these steps:
1. Activate Siri by pressing and holding the Home button or saying "Hey Siri."
2. Say, "Turn off Do Not Disturb."
3. Siri will confirm if you want to turn off Do Not Disturb mode, and you should reply with "Yes."
4. Your iPhone will exit the Do Not Disturb Mode and you will start receiving notifications, calls and messages.
Q: What do I do if Siri does not understand my command?
A: If Siri does not understand your command, try rephrasing it in different words or try using another method to turn off Do Not Disturb mode.
Why Can’t I Turn off Do Not Disturb Mode on my iPhone?
1. Airplane Mode is on: If Airplane mode is on, you won’t receive any notifications or calls. Turn off the Airplane mode to resolve this issue.
2. Scheduled Do Not Disturb mode is on: If Scheduled Do Not Disturb mode is on, you won’t receive notifications during the set time period. Disable Scheduled Do Not Disturb mode to resolve this issue.
3. iPhone is on Silent mode: If your iPhone is on Silent mode, then you won’t receive any notifications, even if the Do Not Disturb Mode is turned off. So make sure your phone is not on Silent mode.
4. Software issue: If you tried all the methods and still can’t turn off Do Not Disturb Mode, then there may be a software issue with your iPhone. Try resetting your iPhone, restarting your iPhone or restoring your iPhone from a backup to resolve this issue.
Suggestions
1. If you accidentally turn on Do Not Disturb mode frequently, then you can disable the Scheduled option for Do Not Disturb mode.
2. You can also modify the settings for Do Not Disturb mode to allow certain contacts or calls to come through during the mode.
3. Make sure to update your iPhone to the latest iOS version to avoid software issues.
FAQs
Q: Can I customize the settings for Do Not Disturb mode?
A: Yes, you can customize the settings for Do Not Disturb mode to allow certain contacts or calls to come through during the mode. You can also modify the duration of Do Not Disturb mode.
Q: What should I do if I still can’t turn off Do Not Disturb mode?
A: If you tried all the methods and still can’t turn off Do Not Disturb mode, then you may have a software issue with your iPhone. Try resetting your iPhone, restarting your iPhone or restoring your iPhone from a backup to resolve this issue.
Q: What is the difference between Silent mode and Do Not Disturb mode?
A: In Silent mode, your phone only mutes the sounds and doesn’t vibrate or make sounds for notifications, calls or messages. In Do Not Disturb mode, your phone not only mutes sounds but also hides notifications and calls.
Q: Can I turn off Do Not Disturb mode for specific apps?
A: No, you cannot turn off Do Not Disturb mode for specific apps. Do Not Disturb mode is a universal setting that applies to all notifications and calls.
Q: Is it a good idea to leave Do Not Disturb mode on all the time?
A: No, it is not a good idea to leave Do Not Disturb mode on all the time. Turning on Do Not Disturb Mode can prevent you from receiving important notifications, calls or messages when you need them.
Conclusion
Turning off Do Not Disturb Mode on your iPhone is a simple process that can be done in a few steps. In this blog, we have discussed several methods to turn off Do Not Disturb mode, along with some tips and suggestions. By following these methods, you can easily turn off Do Not Disturb mode and start receiving notifications, calls and messages on your iPhone.
