# Comprehending Headphone Volume Limit Alerts on iOS and iPadOS
Maintaining hearing health is essential, and Apple offers gentle prompts to assist users in keeping safe listening levels. However, if the headphone volume limit notifications become annoying, there is a method to turn them off.
## How iOS and iPadOS Track Headphone Audio Exposure
iOS and iPadOS monitor headphone audio exposure over a continuous seven-day timeframe. When the system identifies that you have surpassed safe listening levels—according to guidelines from the [World Health Organization](https://www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answers/item/deafness-and-hearing-loss-safe-listening)—a notification will be sent to encourage you to reduce your volume.
## How to Disable Headphone Volume Limit Notifications on iPhone and iPad
If you would rather not receive these notifications, you can deactivate them by following these instructions:
1. Launch the **Settings** app on your iPhone or iPad.
2. Tap **Sounds & Haptics**.
3. Choose **Headphone Safety**.
4. Switch off **Headphone Notifications**.
In the same section, you can also disable **Reduce Loud Sounds** if you prefer that iOS does not automatically lower your playback volume. Once turned off, you will stop receiving notifications regarding high headphone volume levels. However, it is recommended to keep an eye on your listening behavior, especially at elevated volumes, to safeguard your long-term hearing.
## Reasons for Receiving These Alerts
Apple’s Headphone Safety functionality calculates total sound exposure based on your device’s volume setting and listening duration. If your listening time exceeds safe limits—approximately 80 decibels for over 40 hours in a week—a notification will be triggered. These limits are established on recommendations from the World Health Organization to avert noise-related hearing loss. This feature is compatible with wired headphones, wireless headphones, and integrated Apple products like AirPods and Beats.
## Preventing Alerts Without Completely Disabling Headphone Safety
If you wish to evade unnecessary notifications without fully turning off Headphone Safety, iOS occasionally allows you to categorize connected devices as something other than headphones. For example, when linking to a car stereo or Bluetooth speaker, you may be asked to specify the type of device. Selecting “Car Stereo,” “Speaker,” or another non-headphone category will stop iOS from including that audio exposure in your weekly headphone limit.
## Compatible with AirPods, Beats, and More
This setting is not restricted to Apple’s own headphones. It applies whether you are utilizing AirPods Pro 2, AirPods 4, AirPods Max, or Beats models like Beats Studio Pro, Beats Solo 4, or Beats Fit Pro. The system gauges exposure based on linked audio devices, so disabling the setting will cease notifications no matter which headphones are in use.
In summary, while Apple’s notifications serve a protective role for your hearing health, you have the flexibility to manage these alerts based on your preferences.
