How to Turn On or Off End of Session Sound in Windows 11 Focus

Written byRichardTech Writer, IT Professional

Dec 26, 2022 Updated Apr 16, 2026 1 min read

Windows 11 includes a feature called Focus designed to help you stay productive by reducing distractions. It works with the Clock app to provide a focus timer and music. When your timer finishes, your computer plays an alarm sound and shows a notification.

Why change this setting?

Some people like the alert to know their time is up. Others find the noise distracting or annoying while they work. You can easily choose whether to keep this sound on or turn it off.

What happens when you are done?

Once you finish these steps, your computer will respect your choice. It will either silence the alarm or play it as expected when your next focus session ends.

How to manage the End of Session sound

You can change this setting directly inside the Clock app. No admin privileges are required for this process.

1. Open the Start menu.
2. Type “Clock” into the search box.
3. Select the Clock app from the results to open it.

Once the app is open, follow these steps:

1. Click the Settings button located at the bottom left corner of the app.

1. Look for the End of session sound tile.
2. Use the toggle switch on the right to turn the sound On or Off.

Summary

Windows 11 allows you to control the alarm sound that plays when a focus session ends. By opening the Clock app and navigating to the Settings menu, you can toggle the End of session sound to match your personal work preferences. This simple change ensures your focus sessions remain distraction-free.