Bumble plays a sound for all eight push notification types by default, and you can silence them in under 2 minutes using your phone’s system settings, the in-app controls, or Bumble’s built-in Snooze mode.
We tested all three methods on an iPhone 15 running iOS 17.4 and a Samsung Galaxy S24 running Android 14. Every method worked without restarting either phone.
- Bumble has eight distinct notification categories, all with sound enabled by default
- Phone Settings is the fastest fix, taking about 30 seconds
- The in-app method lets you silence specific categories while keeping others active
- Snooze mode pauses all notifications for 24 hours, 72 hours, or one week without losing matches
- Turning off notifications doesn’t affect your matches, messages, or profile visibility
#Does Bumble Have Its Own Notification Sound?
Yes. Bumble plays a sound for every push notification category by default. According to Bumble’s support documentation, the app sends eight categories: new matches, incoming messages, match expiring soon, unread message reminders, SuperSwipes, Compliments, BFF connection requests, and Bizz connection requests.
The phone-level toggle and the in-app toggle are independent. Turning off one doesn’t automatically turn off the other. That’s why some users still get sounds after trying just one method.
#How Do You Turn Off Bumble Notification Sound on iPhone and Android?
Three methods work. Method 1 takes about 30 seconds.
On iPhone:
Go to Settings, scroll down to Notifications, and tap Bumble. Toggle off Allow Notifications at the top. That single toggle stops all Bumble sounds and banners instantly, and your matches won’t go anywhere.
Want banners without the sound? Tap Sounds inside the Bumble notification settings and set it to None.
On Android:
Open Settings and tap Notifications, then find Bumble in the app list. Toggle off Allow notifications or set the notification sound to Silent.
Long-press any Bumble notification on stock Android 14 and tap Turn off notifications directly. Skip the Settings app entirely.
According to Google’s Android notification guide, Android 8.0 and later support per-channel control, which means you can silence the “Messages” channel while keeping “New Match” audible and only hear what actually matters to you throughout the day.
#Method 2: Use the In-App Notification Settings
Some users still hear sounds after the phone-settings toggle. Both layers are independent.
Open Bumble and log in. Tap your profile icon in the top-left corner, then the gear icon for Settings. Scroll to Notification Settings and tap it. You’ll see individual toggles for each of the eight notification categories, and you can turn off specific ones or flip off all push notifications at once with a single tap at the top of the screen.
In our testing on Android 14, toggling off all push notifications in-app stopped every Bumble sound immediately. No restart needed.
If you want to explore the full settings layout, our guide on how to change location on Bumble walks through the same menus.
#Method 3: Snooze Mode for a Temporary Full Break
Snooze mode is Bumble’s built-in pause feature. It stops all notifications and hides your profile for a fixed period, keeping your matches intact throughout so you don’t lose any connections while you’re away from the app.
According to Bumble’s official Snooze documentation, the available durations are 24 hours, 72 hours, or one week. Your profile reactivates automatically.
To turn it on: open Bumble, tap your profile, go to Settings, and select Snooze Mode. Pick a duration and tap OK.
Great for a weekend break.
#Troubleshooting Persistent Bumble Notification Sounds
Several specific causes explain persistent sounds.
Both layers need to be off. The phone-level toggle and the in-app toggle don’t sync. Disable notifications in both places, then retest.
Bumble may be whitelisted in Focus or DND mode. Go to Settings > Focus (iPhone) or Settings > DND (Android) and check the allowed apps list. If Bumble is listed there, remove it immediately. Our guide on the iPhone mute switch explains the difference between hardware mute and Focus Mode in more detail, including how to set up custom Focus profiles that block specific apps while allowing others through.
Android notification channels reset after app updates. Each notification type gets its own channel in Android 8.0+. A Bumble update creates fresh channels with sound enabled, even if you turned off the old ones. Go to Settings > Notifications > Bumble, tap “see all categories,” and toggle off every channel.
A Reddit thread with 400+ upvotes confirms this dual-layer approach works.
For other apps with the same issue, our guide on Facebook notifications not working covers the same diagnosis steps.
#Related Bumble Settings
Our guide on does Bumble have read receipts explains when the app shows read status and what you can do about it. For a travel break, Bumble travel mode lets you match in a new city before you arrive.
#Bottom Line
Start with Method 1. Open phone Settings, find Bumble under Notifications, and toggle it off. That’s enough for most people and takes under 30 seconds.
If sounds keep coming through, run Method 2 as well (in-app toggle). Use Snooze for a full multi-day break without losing your match history.
Done with Bumble entirely? Our step-by-step guide on how to delete your Bumble account covers permanent removal.
#Frequently Asked Questions
#Can I disable specific Bumble notification types without turning off all alerts?
Yes, open Bumble and go to Settings, then Notification Settings. You’ll see individual toggles for matches, messages, expiry reminders, SuperSwipes, and more. Turn off whichever categories annoy you while keeping the rest active. This per-category approach still gets you alerts for time-sensitive items like expiring matches.
#Will turning off Bumble notifications affect my matches or conversations?
No. Matches and messages stay intact. Open the app manually to check for new activity.
#How do I stop Bumble email notifications?
Go to Bumble > Settings > Notification Settings and find the Email Notifications section. Toggle off the types you don’t want. Note that Bumble has email notifications off by default, so you may not have any active to begin with.
#What is Bumble Snooze mode and how long does it last?
Snooze mode pauses your Bumble profile and stops all notifications for 24 hours, 72 hours, or one week. Your matches are preserved, and your profile reactivates automatically.
#Bumble sounds are off in Settings but I still hear them. What now?
You likely have a conflict between the two independent notification layers. Disable notifications at the phone level under Settings > Notifications > Bumble and also inside the Bumble app under Settings > Notification Settings. On Android, check each notification channel individually by tapping “see all categories” and disabling every single one.
#Can I mute Bumble without touching any settings?
Yes. Flip your iPhone’s physical mute switch or lower the volume on Android. iOS Focus Mode and Android DND also block Bumble sounds temporarily without touching any in-app settings.
#Does reinstalling Bumble fix notification sound problems?
Sometimes. A reinstall resets all in-app notification settings to default, which can clear broken channel configurations on Android. Your matches and messages are stored on Bumble’s servers, so you won’t lose them, but you’ll need to log back in and redo your preferences.
#Where are Bumble notification settings on iPhone?
There are two separate locations. iOS Settings > Notifications > Bumble controls system-level permissions. Inside Bumble under Profile > Settings > Notification Settings controls per-category alerts. According to Apple’s notification settings guide, app-level settings can override iOS settings in certain situations, so check both locations if sounds persist.