Disable the login sound

When you log in to your computer, a short login sound is played. The exotic-sounding theme was inspired by the African origins of the word Ubuntu. You can easily disable it for yourself or for all users of your computer.

Disable the login sound for yourself

  1. Click the icon at the far top right of the screen and select System Settings.

  2. In the Personal section, select Startup Applications.

  3. Uncheck the GNOME Login Sound option.

Disable the login sound for all users

  1. Click the icon at the far top right of the screen and select System Settings.

  2. In the System section, select Login Screen.

  3. Click Unlock and enter your password into the popup authentication window.

  4. Uncheck the Play login sound option.