Active group chats in Viber can quickly turn into a source of constant noise: hundreds of notifications about new messages, reactions and mentions interrupt work, rest or sleep. This is especially annoying at night or when you are in an important conversation. Fortunately, the messenger developers have provided several ways mute the sound in a group —both temporarily and permanently. But not all users know where exactly these settings are hidden, especially when it comes to Android smartphones with different versions of the application.

In this article we will analyze all the current methods - from basic mute through chat settings to fine-tune notifications for specific participants. You will learn how to make sure that Viber not make a sound when new messages are made in the group, but at the same time not miss important mentions. And also - what to do if the standard methods do not work due to the specifics of the firmware or version of the messenger.

📊 How often do notifications from Viber groups bother you?
Constantly, this is a problem
Sometimes, but tolerable
Nearby, but not in the way
I don’t use groups

Why is there a notification sound in the Viber group at all?

Default Viber set so as to attract your attention to new messages - this is part of its functionality as a messenger. Sound alerts, vibration, and pop-up banners help you never miss important information. However, in group chats, where messages can arrive in the dozens per minute, these notifications become more of a hindrance than a help.

Reasons why sound in a group can be annoying:

  • 🔔 Frequent messages: in large chats (50+ participants), notifications come almost continuously.
  • 🎵 Inappropriate melody: standard sound Viber may be too loud or unpleasant.
  • 🕒 Inappropriate: night notifications wake you up and distract you from work during the day.
  • 📱 Conflict with other sounds: notifications from other applications can be triggered at the same time.

In addition, in some versions Viber the sound of notifications is duplicated: first the chat melody plays, and then the general sound of a new message. This is due to the fact that the group settings and global messenger settings may conflict.

Interestingly, Viber allows you to flexibly configure notifications not only for the entire group, but also for individual participants. For example, you can mute all messages, but leave it on for mentions (@nick) or replies to your comments. This feature is especially useful in work chats, where it is important not to miss a call to you personally.

Method 1: Mute the sound through group settings

The simplest and most obvious method is to change the notification settings directly in the chat itself. This method works in all current versions Viber for Android (starting from 12.0 and higher) and does not require additional manipulations with the system parameters of the phone.

Step-by-step guide:

  1. Open the application Viber and go to the group chat whose notification sound you want to turn off.
  2. Tap on the group name at the top of the screen (next to the avatar).
  3. In the menu that opens, select Notifications (or Settings notifications in some versions).
  4. Move the slider Sound to position Off (it will turn gray).
  5. Optional: disable here well Vibration i Indicator lightif they also interfere.

☑️ What to check after turning off the sound

Done: 0 / 4

If after these steps the sound is still playing, the problem may be in the application cache or a conflict with system settings. In this case, clearing the cache will help (more on this in one of the following sections).

⚠️ Attention: in some versions Viber (for example, 13.1–13.5) after muting the sound in the group, they may continue to receive messages sound notifications about calls from the participants in this chat. To disable them, you need to go to Settings → Notifications → Calls and manually add the group to the exceptions.

Method 2: Global mute for all groups

If you are annoyed by notifications from not one, but from several groups, you can mass mute for all group correspondence. This will save time, especially if you are in dozens of chats.

How to do it:

  • 📱 Open Viber and tap on the icon ⋮ (three dots) in the lower right corner.
  • Select Settings → Notifications.
  • Scroll down to the section Group chats.
  • Disable the slider Sound (and if necessary - Vibration).

What happens if you disable the sound globally?

This parameter only applies for new messages in groups. Personal chats and calls will remain unchanged. However, if you later turn on the sound for a specific group in its settings, the global rule will no longer apply for this chat.

This method is convenient if you want to keep sound notifications for personal messages, but keep in mind: after this disabling, you will not even hear your nickname (@your_name) mentioned. group chats. If this is critical, it is better to use the following method - selective setting of notifications.

Method 3: Fine-tuning notifications (exceptions and mentions)

Viber allows you to flexibly configure which messages in the group should be accompanied by sound and which should not. For example, you can turn off the sound for regular messages, but leave it for:

  • 🔖 Mentions of your nickname (@nick).
  • ❤️ Reactions to your messages.
  • 📌 Pinned messages.
  • 🎤 Voice messages (if they are important to you).

How to set up selective notifications:

  1. Open the settings of the desired group (Group name → Notifications).
  2. Activate the option Only for mentions (or Important messages in new versions).
  3. Click Set up important notifications and select which events should be accompanied by sound.

⚠️ Attention: if you use Viber on multiple devices (for example, phone + tablet), notification settings do not synchronize automatically. They will have to be duplicated on each gadget separately.

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If you often miss important mentions in work chats, enable a unique melodyfor them. To do this, in the group settings, select Notification sound → Select a melody and assign a signal different from the standard one.

Method 4: Using the Do Not Disturb mode in Android

If you need to temporarily disable all sounds from Viber (including groups), but do not want to go into the messenger settings, you can use the system function Android - mode Do not disturb (DND). This method is suitable for situations when you:

  • 😴 Sleep and do not want to be woken up by notifications.
  • 🎬 Watch a movie or play a game.
  • 📚 Are you preparing for an exam or working on an important project.

How to enable DND mode for Viber:

  1. Open Android Settings → Sound → Do Not Disturb.
  2. Select Applications and find in the list Viber.
  3. Set the rule: Block all sounds or Notifications only.
  4. Set up a schedule (for example, from 23:00 to 8:00) or activate manually.

The advantage of this method is that that it works at the system level and is guaranteed to turn off the sound, even if something actually goes wrong. However, keep in mind: in DND mode you will not hear Viber something will go wrong. However, please note that in DND mode you will not hear all notifications from the messenger, including private messages and calls.

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Do Not Disturb mode in Android blocks sounds at the system level, so it is more reliable than the settings inside Viber. But do not forget to turn it off when you no longer need it!

Method 5: Mute the sound through Android settings (without access to Viber)

Sometimes it happens that Viber does not open (for example, due to a crash), but the sound of notifications continues to be annoying. In this case, you can mute the group directly in the settings Androidwithout going into the application itself.

Instructions for modern versions of Android (10–14):

  1. Go to Settings → Applications → Viber → Notifications.
  2. Find a category Messages in groups (or Group chats).
  3. Disable the slider Sound (and if necessary — Notification sound).
  4. For reliability, also disable Channel sound in the section Additional.

⚠️ Attention: in some firmwares (for example, MIUI on Xiaomi or One UI on Samsung) the path to the notification settings may differ. If you do not find the item you need, use it. search by settings (magnifying glass icon at the top).

This method is also useful if you want block notifications completely from Viber at the system level. For example, if the messenger has become too intrusive, but you don’t want to delete it.

What to do if the sound does not turn off?

It happens that even after all the manipulations, the sound of notifications in the group Viber continues to play. The reasons may be different - from bugs in the application to conflicts with the firmware. Here's what you can try:

1. Clearing the cache and Viber data

  • Go to Android Settings → Applications → Viber → Storage.
  • Click Clear cache, then - Clear data (attention: this will delete your chat history!).
  • Restart the application and check your sound settings again.

2. Reinstalling the application

If cleaning does not help, uninstall Viber and reinstall it from Google Play. Before doing this, do not forget to backup your chats (in the messenger settings).

3. Checking permissions

Sometimes Viber loses access to system sounds due to incorrect permissions. Go to Settings → Applications → Viber → Permissions and make sure that the messenger has access to Notifications i Sounds.

4. Viber and Android update

Notification bugs are often fixed in new versions. Update the application via Google Play, and also check for updates for the system itself (Settings → System → Software update).

If nothing helps, the problem may be in the specific firmware version of your smartphone. For example, on some devices Realme i Oppo s ColorOS 11–12 there were bugs with playback of notification sounds even after they were turned off. In this case, you can either wait for a patch from the manufacturer, or use third-party applications to block notifications (for example, Notification Blocker).

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If the notification sound plays with a delay or is intermittent, try disabling battery optimization for Viber. To do this, go to Settings → Applications → Viber → Battery and select No restrictions.

Comparison of methods: which method to choose?

To make it easier for you to decide, we have collected the main pros and cons of each method in the table:

Method Pros Cons When to use
Group settings Simple, fast, does not affect other chats Does not work if there are bugs in the application If you need to mute the sound in 1-2 groups
Global Viber settings Mutes the sound in all groups at once You can skip important mentions If you are in many groups
Selective notifications Flexible settings (sound only for mentions) More difficult to set up, not all versions have it For work chats, where only calls to you are important
Do not disturb mode Blocks all sounds at the system level Disables sounds for everyone notifications At night or during important matters
Android Settings Works even if Viber does not open May differ on different firmware If the messenger is buggy or inaccessible

If you are not sure which method to choose, start with the simplest one - Mute the sound in the group settings. If this does not work, go to global settings or system methods.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about muting the sound in Viber

Is it possible to mute only one group member?

No, c Viber you cannot set up notifications for individual group members. You can only mute the sound for all messages or leave it only for mentions (@nick). If one of the participants is too active, it is better to ask him to write less often or leave the group.

Why did the sound in the group turn on again after updating Viber?

Sometimes, with major updates to the messenger, user notification settings are reset. This is a known issue, especially when upgrading from 13.x to 14.x. After the update, go to the group settings and check if the sound is turned on automatically.

How to turn off the sound of notifications about new members in a group?

The sound of notifications about adding new members is configured in the same way as for regular messages. Go to Group Settings → Notifications and turn off the sound. Unfortunately, it is not possible to turn off notifications only for new members, while maintaining the sound for messages.

Will other participants see that I have muted the sound in the group?

No, your notification settings not visible other participants groups. They will only see that you are receiving messages (for example, by double checks), but will not know whether they are accompanied by sound on your phone.

Is it possible to turn off the sound in Viber on the phone, but leave it on the tablet?

Yes, notification settings do not sync between devices. You can turn off the sound on your phone but leave it on your tablet or PC. To do this, you need to separately configure notifications on each gadget.