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Fix: No sound on Android

No sound on Android is usually caused by separate volume sliders, Do Not Disturb, Bluetooth output, app settings, muted media, or blocked speaker grilles.

Quick answer

Play audio and raise media volume, check Do Not Disturb, disconnect Bluetooth, then restart the phone.

Important warning

Android has separate volume sliders. Ringtone volume can be high while media volume is muted.

Try this

  1. 1 Play audio and press volume up.
  2. 2 Tap the volume menu and check Media volume, not just ringtone volume.
  3. 3 Turn off Do Not Disturb temporarily.
  4. 4 Disconnect Bluetooth headphones, speakers, or car audio.
  5. 5 Restart the app playing sound.
  6. 6 Restart the phone.
  7. 7 Check whether the speaker grille is blocked by a case, dust, or debris.
  8. 8 Test sound in another app.

Common causes

Media volume is muted.

Do Not Disturb is on.

Bluetooth audio is connected.

App is muted or stuck.

Speaker grille is blocked.

Phone needs restart.

What to check next

  • Check Media volume.
  • Check Bluetooth connections.
  • Check Do Not Disturb.
  • Check whether another app has sound.
  • Check whether speakerphone works during calls.

FAQ

Why is there no sound on my Android phone?

Media volume may be muted, Do Not Disturb may be on, audio may be going to Bluetooth, or the app may be stuck.

Why is ringtone volume up but videos are silent?

Ringtone and media volume are separate on Android. Raise Media volume while audio is playing.

Can Bluetooth steal Android sound?

Yes. Android may send sound to headphones, car audio, or speakers that are still connected.

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Fix: No sound on Windows

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Fix: One app has no sound

If only one app has no sound, the app may be muted, using the wrong output, stuck, blocked by permissions, or affected by its own audio settings.

Fix: Wired headphones not working

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Fix: Bluetooth audio not working

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