How do I turn off AMBER Alerts on my note 9?

Answered by Jarrod Smith

To turn off AMBER Alerts on your Note 9, you can follow these steps:

1. Start by accessing the Messages app on your device. You can do this by swiping up on an empty spot on your Home screen and tapping on the Messages icon.

2. Once you’re in the Messages app, tap on the Menu icon. This is usually represented by three vertical dots located in the top-right corner of the screen.

3. In the Menu options, look for and tap on “Settings”. This will open the settings menu for the Messages app.

4. Within the Settings menu, you will find various options and settings that you can customize. Look for and tap on “Emergency alert settings”.

5. In the Emergency alert settings, you will see a list of different types of alerts that you can enable or disable. Locate the “AMBER alerts” option and tap on it.

6. By default, AMBER alerts are usually enabled. To turn them off, simply toggle the switch or checkbox next to the AMBER alerts option to the off position. This will disable AMBER alerts on your device.

It’s important to note that AMBER alerts are emergency alerts issued by authorities to help locate missing children. These alerts can be potentially life-saving, so it’s advisable to carefully consider whether you want to disable them. However, if you find that the alerts are causing disruptions or you prefer not to receive them, you have the option to turn them off.

Remember that emergency alerts serve an important purpose in ensuring public safety and disseminating critical information in times of crisis. It’s recommended to keep other emergency alert options enabled, such as imminent extreme alerts and imminent severe alerts, as they provide vital information about imminent threats like natural disasters, severe weather, or other emergencies.

In conclusion, to turn off AMBER alerts on your Note 9, you can navigate to the Messages app settings, specifically the Emergency alert settings, and disable the AMBER alerts option.