To unlink iMessage from a Mac, disable iMessage in iCloud. Alternatively, sign out of both iMessage and Apple ID to cease receiving iMessages on your Mac. If you prefer to stay connected but without notifications, you can opt to mute iMessage notifications on your Mac.
Apple’s iMessage service offers a highly convenient means of staying connected with important texts, even when you’re not using your iPhone. Moreover, you have the option to synchronize your messages across all your Apple devices. However, there might be occasions when you wish to detach iMessage from your Mac. Whether it’s to avoid constant notifications and maintain focus on your work or simply to exclude iPhone messages from your Mac, turning off iMessage is a straightforward process. Let’s explore how to do it.
How to Turn Off iMessage on Mac
If you wish to sever the connection of iMessage from your Mac, preventing messages and notifications, you can disable iMessage on your MacBook. There are two methods to achieve this, and both are detailed below. Let’s explore each one step by step.
Method 1: Deactivate iMessage on Mac
“The initial and more convenient method to disconnect iMessage from a Mac involves disabling iMessage in iCloud specifically on your Mac. By doing this, you will cease receiving iMessages on your Mac, while leaving iMessage unaffected on your iPhone, iPad, or other devices where you are signed in with the same Apple ID. Here are the steps:
- Open the Messages app on your Mac.
- In the top menu bar, click on Messages and select Settings from the dropdown list.
- Navigate to the iMessage tab, ensuring you are in the Settings section.
- Under Apple ID, uncheck the “Enable Messages in iCloud” option.
- Now, choose the “Disable This device” option in the pop-up menu to disconnect iMessages from your Mac.
- If you want to turn off iMessage on other devices too, select Disable All in the pop-up window.
Method 2: Sign Out of iMessage on Mac
“If you wish to avoid iMessage notifications on your MacBook, you can sign out of iMessage and your Apple ID on your Mac. Once you complete the sign-out process, you won’t receive any messages or notifications. Here’s the procedure:
Warning:
This method will sign you out of your Apple ID on your Mac, leading to loss of access to all other Apple services. Proceed only if you are prepared for the consequences.
- Open the Messages app on your Mac.
- Click on Messages in the top menu bar and select Settings from the drop-down list.
- Move to the iMessage tab and click on the ‘Sign Out‘ button next to your Apple ID.
- Finally, click on ‘Sign Out‘ to confirm your decision.
How to Turn Off iMessage Notifications on Mac
Dealing with a constant stream of iMessage notifications can be quite frustrating, particularly when you’re focused on an important task. Picture a scenario where you have a looming project deadline, and your spouse, kids, or friends are continuously sending messages. I understand how distracting it can be. If you don’t want to completely disconnect from iMessage on your Mac but desire the peace of mind to work without interruptions, you can simply turn off iMessage notifications. This way, you can read the messages during breaks or at your convenience.
Here are two methods to silence iMessage notifications on a MacBook:
Method 1: From System Settings
“To disable iMessage notifications on your Mac, follow these steps:
- Go to Apple Menu -> System Preferences.
- Click on Notifications.
- Scroll down and select Messages from the list.
- Turn off the ‘Allow Notifications‘ toggle.
Method 2: From the Messages App
To mute iMessage notifications on your Mac, use the following steps:
- Open the Messages app from the Dock.
- In the menu bar, click on Messages and select Settings.
- Click on the General tab.
- Uncheck the ‘Play sound effects‘ option.
By following these steps, you can silence iMessage notifications on your Mac.
That’s how you can disconnect iMessage from your Mac. While there are two methods to turn off iMessage on a Mac, we recommend disabling iMessage rather than signing out of the Apple ID entirely. This way, you can continue using other Apple services associated with your Apple ID without any disruptions. We hope this article assisted you in signing out of iMessage on your Mac. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out in the comments section below.
