How to Turn Off Facebook Calls: A Step-by-Step Guide to Peace and Quiet

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In today’s hyper-connected world, Facebook calls can sometimes be overwhelming. Whether it’s friends calling late at night, random Marketplace inquiries, or Messenger group chats constantly ringing — sometimes, you just want peace and quiet.

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The good news? You can turn off Facebook calls without deleting Messenger or losing access to your chats.

In this guide, we’ll show you exactly how to turn off Facebook and Messenger calls — on Android, iPhone, and desktop — step by step. We’ll also cover how to mute specific contacts, block calls temporarily, and manage call notifications for a distraction-free experience.

🔍 Quick Summary

Task Method Works On
Turn off all Messenger calls Use Messenger settings → Notifications & Sounds Android, iPhone
Mute a specific person’s calls Open chat → Tap name → Mute call notifications Android, iPhone
Stop calls during certain hours Enable “Do Not Disturb” mode Android, iPhone
Disable calls on desktop Settings → Notifications → Turn off call alerts Web
Block all future calls Block contact or disable app permissions Android, iPhone

📞 Why You Might Want to Turn Off Facebook Calls

While Facebook Messenger is a great way to stay connected, it can sometimes feel intrusive. Here are some common reasons people disable Facebook calls:

  • Too many call notifications from groups or acquaintances.

  • Unwanted calls from Marketplace buyers/sellers.

  • Distractions during work or study hours.

  • Late-night calls from friends in different time zones.

  • Privacy concerns — not wanting to be reachable at all times.

Whatever your reason, Facebook gives you several options to regain your quiet time without deactivating your account.

🧠 Understanding Facebook Call Types

Facebook offers two main types of calls:

  1. Messenger Calls: Made through the Facebook Messenger app (voice or video).

  2. Facebook App Calls: Calls initiated directly from the main Facebook app (less common, mainly redirects to Messenger).

To stop these interruptions, you can:

  • Turn off Messenger call notifications, or

  • Disable calling permissions entirely.

Let’s go step by step.

📱 How to Turn Off Facebook Calls on Android

If you use Messenger on Android, here’s how to stop call notifications and sounds.

Method 1: Turn Off All Messenger Calls via Notifications

  1. Open the Messenger app.

  2. Tap your profile picture in the top-left corner.

  3. Go to Notifications & sounds.

  4. Toggle “On” to Off to mute all notifications — including calls.

💡 Tip: You can also set a time period (e.g., mute for 1 hour or until you turn it back on).

✅ Result: You won’t receive any incoming call alerts — voice or video — while notifications are off.

Method 2: Disable Call Sounds Only

If you want to keep message alerts but silence call rings, you can adjust sound settings:

  1. In Messenger, tap your profile picture.

  2. Go to Notifications & sounds.

  3. Scroll to “Ringtone” and “Vibrate.”

  4. Turn them off.

✅ Result: You’ll still get call alerts visually, but your phone won’t ring or vibrate.

Method 3: Use “Do Not Disturb” Mode

Android’s Do Not Disturb (DND) mode silences all notifications, including Messenger calls.

  1. Swipe down to open the Quick Settings Panel.

  2. Tap Do Not Disturb (moon or bell icon).

  3. Tap Settings to customize it:

    • Allow calls only from contacts.

    • Schedule quiet hours (e.g., 10 PM – 7 AM).

✅ Result: Messenger calls won’t ring during DND hours.

Method 4: Disable Microphone & Call Permissions

To completely prevent Messenger from making or receiving calls:

  1. Go to your phone’s Settings → Apps → Messenger.

  2. Tap Permissions.

  3. Select Microphone and Camera.

  4. Choose Deny.

✅ Result: Messenger can no longer start or receive calls — only text messaging will work.

🍏 How to Turn Off Facebook Calls on iPhone

Turning off calls on iOS is just as simple. Here’s how:

Method 1: Turn Off Notifications in Messenger

  1. Open Messenger.

  2. Tap your profile photo in the top left.

  3. Go to Notifications & Sounds.

  4. Turn off Notifications.

You can also:

  • Turn off Sound, Vibration, and In-App Sounds.

  • Set a Snooze duration (e.g., 8 hours, until next morning).

✅ Result: You’ll still get messages but no call rings or alerts.

Method 2: Turn Off Messenger Notifications from iPhone Settings

  1. Open your iPhone Settings app.

  2. Scroll down and tap Messenger.

  3. Tap Notifications.

  4. Toggle Allow Notifications → Off.

✅ Result: Messenger will stay silent — no calls, no notifications.

Method 3: Use “Focus” or “Do Not Disturb” Mode

iPhones have a smarter version of DND — Focus Mode.

  1. Go to Settings → Focus → Do Not Disturb.

  2. Add Messenger to your “Silenced apps.”

  3. You can also create a custom Focus mode (like “Work” or “Sleep”) and silence Messenger there.

✅ Result: Messenger calls won’t ring while Focus is active.

Method 4: Disable Call Permissions for Messenger

If you want to stop Messenger calls completely:

  1. Go to Settings → Privacy & Security → Microphone.

  2. Turn off Messenger.

  3. Then go to Camera and turn off Messenger there too.

✅ Result: Messenger won’t have access to your microphone or camera — making it impossible to make or receive calls.

💻 How to Turn Off Facebook Calls on Desktop or Laptop

If you use Messenger on a computer (browser or app), follow these steps:

Method 1: Mute Call Notifications on Facebook Web

  1. Go to Facebook.com and log in.

  2. Click your profile icon → Settings & Privacy → Settings.

  3. Select Notifications from the sidebar.

  4. Scroll to Messenger notifications.

  5. Turn off Incoming call notifications.

✅ Result: You’ll still see call icons in Messenger but won’t hear or see pop-up alerts.

Method 2: Mute Calls in Messenger Web

  1. Visit Messenger.com.

  2. Click your profile photo → Preferences.

  3. Under Notifications, turn off Sounds and Desktop alerts.

✅ Result: Calls won’t ring on your desktop anymore.

Method 3: Use Browser Settings (Optional)

If you’re still getting calls through your browser:

  1. Open your browser settings (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, etc.).

  2. Go to Privacy and Security → Site Settings → Notifications.

  3. Block notifications from Facebook.com and Messenger.com.

✅ Result: No browser-based call pop-ups or sounds.

🔇 How to Mute Calls from a Specific Person or Group

If one person keeps calling too often, you don’t need to block them — just mute their calls.

Steps:

  1. Open the Messenger chat with that person.

  2. Tap their name at the top.

  3. Select Notifications & sounds.

  4. Choose Mute call notifications.

  5. Pick a duration (15 minutes, 1 hour, 8 hours, 24 hours, or “Until I turn it back on”).

✅ Result: You’ll still receive messages, but no call alerts from that contact.

🚫 How to Block Facebook Calls Completely

If muting isn’t enough, you can block a contact to stop them from calling or messaging you entirely.

Steps:

  1. Open Messenger and the chat with the person.

  2. Tap their name.

  3. Scroll down and select Block.

  4. Choose Block Calls and Messages.

✅ Result: They can’t message or call you anymore, and they won’t be notified about it.

⏰ How to Turn Off Calls Temporarily

If you want silence for a limited time (e.g., during work or sleep):

  1. In Messenger, go to Notifications & Sounds.

  2. Tap Snooze Notifications.

  3. Choose how long (15 minutes, 1 hour, 8 hours, or until 8 AM).

✅ Result: No message or call alerts during the snooze period.

⚙️ How to Turn Off Facebook Calls Without Muting Messages

If you still want to receive message notifications but not call rings, here’s the trick:

For Android & iPhone:

  1. Open Messenger.

  2. Go to Notifications & Sounds.

  3. Turn off only:

    • Ringtone

    • Vibrate

    • In-App Sounds

✅ Result: You’ll still get message notifications silently — no call interruptions.

🔐 Advanced Option: Restrict Facebook App Permissions

If you use the main Facebook app and not Messenger, some calls can still come through.

Here’s how to disable those:

On Android:

  1. Go to Settings → Apps → Facebook.

  2. Tap Permissions.

  3. Deny access to Microphone, Camera, and Phone.

On iPhone:

  1. Open Settings → Facebook.

  2. Toggle off Microphone and Camera.

✅ Result: No one can initiate a call through Facebook or Messenger.

🧩 Troubleshooting: Still Getting Calls After Disabling?

If calls keep coming through:

  • Make sure both Facebook and Messenger apps have notifications turned off.

  • Restart your phone.

  • Check if you’re logged in on multiple devices (calls can ring on other devices).

  • Disable browser notifications for Messenger.

  • Update your apps to the latest versions.

💬 Difference Between Muting, Blocking, and Turning Off Calls

Action Effect Messages Still Work?
Mute Calls Stops ringing temporarily ✅ Yes
Turn Off Notifications Silences all alerts ✅ Yes
Block Person Prevents all contact ❌ No
Revoke Permissions Stops all call access ✅ Yes (text only)

🧘 Benefits of Turning Off Facebook Calls

  • Better focus at work or study time.

  • No late-night disruptions.

  • Reduced anxiety from constant notifications.

  • Improved battery life and performance.

  • More control over your communication.

⚠️ What You Should Know Before Turning Off Calls

  • You might miss urgent calls from friends or family.

  • Group call invitations won’t appear while notifications are off.

  • You can re-enable calls anytime from Messenger settings.

If you only need temporary silence, use Mute or Snooze, not Block.

🧭 How to Re-Enable Facebook Calls

Changed your mind? It’s simple to turn calls back on.

On Mobile:

  1. Open Messenger → Profile icon → Notifications & Sounds.

  2. Toggle notifications back on.

On Desktop:

  1. Go to Settings → Notifications → Messenger.

  2. Enable Incoming Call Notifications.

✅ Done — your calls are back on instantly.

🧩 Alternative Solutions

If you still want to stay connected but avoid constant calls:

  • Use Messenger Lite – no call feature, text-only version.

  • Log in via browser only – no call pop-ups.

  • Set app timers using digital wellbeing tools to limit Messenger use.

Conclusion: Take Back Your Peace

Facebook and Messenger are powerful tools for connection — but you don’t have to be reachable 24/7.

By following this guide, you can turn off Facebook calls completely or customize them to suit your lifestyle. Whether it’s muting certain people, using Do Not Disturb, or disabling permissions — you’re always in control.

Remember: Peace and quiet is just a few taps away.

FAQs: Turning Off Facebook Calls

1. Can I stop Facebook calls without blocking someone?

Yes. Just mute their call notifications in Messenger settings.

2. Will people know if I turned off calls?

No. Messenger doesn’t notify them when you mute or disable call permissions.

3. Can I still message someone after turning off calls?

Yes, messages work normally — only call notifications are stopped.

4. Can I disable Facebook calls but keep Instagram calls?

Yes. The settings are independent for each app.

5. Does deleting Messenger stop calls?

Yes, but you’ll also lose chat access. Use “Disable Permissions” instead for a safer option.

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