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How to Schedule Do Not Disturb on Your Phone

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iPhone

In Settings > Focus > Do Not Disturb, tap 'Add Schedule' to set a time range for it to turn on and off automatically every day.

Android

In Settings > Sound & vibration > Do Not Disturb, add a schedule so it turns on automatically during set hours, like while you sleep or during meetings.

Allow exceptions

You can allow calls from specific contacts, or repeat callers, to come through even while Do Not Disturb is scheduled to be active.

Why it is useful

It automatically blocks notifications during sleep or focus time without you having to remember to switch it on and off manually every time.

Set It Once, and It Runs Every Day After

Instead of remembering to switch Do Not Disturb on before bed and off in the morning, a schedule handles both automatically at whatever times you choose, every single day.

Weekdays and Weekends Do Not Have to Match

Most phones let you set up separate schedules for weekdays and weekends, so your Do Not Disturb hours can shift along with your actual routine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I still receive an urgent call while a scheduled Do Not Disturb is active?

Yes -- adding specific contacts or repeat callers as exceptions lets their calls come through even during a scheduled Do Not Disturb window.

Can I set different schedules for weekdays and weekends?

Yes, most phones let you create separate Do Not Disturb schedules for weekdays and weekends so the timing matches your actual routine.