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Sound Notifications

Better Messages plays sound notifications to alert users about new messages and incoming calls.

How it works​

When a user receives a new message or an incoming call, the plugin plays an audio notification to get their attention. Each notification type has its own independent sound and volume control. Custom MP3 files can be uploaded through the WordPress media library to replace the default sounds. Users can optionally be given the ability to disable sounds from their personal settings.

Key capabilities​

  • Separate sound controls for incoming messages, sent messages, incoming calls, and outgoing call dialing
  • Independent volume control (0-100%) for each sound type
  • Custom MP3 upload support for each notification sound
  • Option to allow users to disable sounds from their settings
  • Sounds play across all pages when notifications are enabled

How to enable​

Navigate to WP Admin → Better Messages → Settings → Notifications.

  • Notification Sound — Volume (0-100%) and optional custom MP3 for incoming messages
  • Sent Sound — Volume and optional custom MP3 for sent message confirmation
  • Call Sound — Volume and optional custom MP3 for incoming call ringtone
  • Dialing Sound — Volume and optional custom MP3 for outgoing call tone
  • Allow Sound Disable — Let users turn off notification sounds in their settings