Stop your phone from waking you up at night

Jared Newman

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September 8, 2026

If your phone has ever woken you up in the middle of the night, this guide is for you.

I know from experience (namely via the person sleeping next to me) that not everyone is on top of all the different ways to silence your phone’s notifications, though I completely understand why. While most phones used to offer a single “Do Not Disturb” mode, now you have to navigate all kinds of complex automation menus just to make your phone shut up on a nightly basis. While I wish the system was simpler, it’s still important to grapple with if you value a good night’s sleep.