How to Disable Reactions Notifications on WhatsApp
WhatsApp has introduced reactions to acknowledge messages using emojis. This feature allows you to let someone know you have read their messages. By default, WhatsApp enables reaction notifications on both your phone and desktop. Although reactions can be useful, you may find constant notifications to be irritating. Here’s how to disable WhatsApp reaction notifications.
Frequent reaction notifications from WhatsApp can disrupt your workflow. We recommend disabling reaction notifications on WhatsApp. Thankfully, the company offers an option to turn off message reaction notifications in WhatsApp for Android, iPhone, and desktop. Let’s start with the mobile apps and move to the desktop.
What Is Reaction Notification in WhatsApp
When someone reacts to your WhatsApp message, media, or file, you receive an alert from the company. You can check the screenshot below for reference.
WhatsApp sends you reaction notifications for personal and group chats. It’s especially distracting in groups where you receive multiple reaction notifications from other group members.
Disable WhatsApp Reaction Notifications on Android
WhatsApp allows users to customize notification tones, vibration patterns, call ringtones, and LED indicators for individual and group chats. However, this feature is not available for reactions. Disabling WhatsApp reaction notifications in the settings will disable them for all chats.
Here’s how to disable reaction notifications in WhatsApp on Android:
Step 1: Open WhatsApp on Android.
Tap the three vertical dots menu in the top-right corner and select Settings.
Step 2: Select Notifications.
Step 3: Disable the Reaction Notifications toggle under the Messages menu.
From now on, WhatsApp won’t alert you when someone reacts to your message.
Step 4: You can disable Reaction Notifications for WhatsApp groups from the same menu.
We suggest turning off reaction notifications for WhatsApp groups and keeping them on for personal chats.
Turn off Message Reaction Notifications in WhatsApp for iPhone
You can disable message reaction notifications in WhatsApp for iPhone. Follow these steps:
Step 1: Launch WhatsApp on your iPhone.
Step 2: Tap the Settings icon at the bottom-right corner and select Notifications.
Step 3: Disable reaction notifications for messages and group notifications.
When you disable reaction notifications for groups, WhatsApp also turns off the same for community groups. Read our post to understand the differences between WhatsApp communities and groups.
WhatsApp offers desktop apps on Windows and Mac. However, the native apps for both platforms are still in beta and not perfect.
Furthermore, WhatsApp does not sync notification preferences on the desktop. If you disable reaction notifications on your phone, they will still appear on Windows or Mac. This can be distracting during work hours. Let’s disable it.
Please note that the screenshots below are from the stable WhatsApp desktop app on Mac. The user interface is the same on Windows. The steps can be followed on WhatsApp for Windows to disable reaction notifications.
Step 1: Open WhatsApp on the desktop. Click the down arrow at the top-right corner.
Step 2: Select Settings.
Step 3: Open Notifications.
Step 4: Uncheck the ‘Show reaction notifications’ option in the menu.
How to Turn on Reaction Notifications on WhatsApp
To enable reaction notifications on WhatsApp, follow these steps:
1. Open WhatsApp settings on your mobile or desktop.
2. Enable reaction notifications for personal chats and groups.
3. That’s it! You will now receive reaction alerts on WhatsApp.
By following these simple steps, you can easily enable reaction notifications on WhatsApp for both mobile and desktop. Enjoy the enhanced communication experience!
How to Check Message Reactions on WhatsApp
Once you have disabled message reaction notifications on WhatsApp, the app will no longer send alerts. You can view message reactions by opening the app and checking your chat list. Unlike new messages, WhatsApp will not prioritize these conversations.
Frequent reaction notification from WhatsApp leads to an unproductive day. To turn off message reaction notifications in WhatsApp, use the tricks above. Do you find WhatsApp reactions useful in your daily communication? Share your opinion in the comments.
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