Is Siri Always Listening on HomePod? Understanding Privacy Settings

Discover if Siri is always listening on HomePod and learn how to manage your privacy settings effectively.

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Siri is not always listening on HomePod. It only activates when it detects the “Hey Siri” wake phrase. If privacy is a concern, you can disable “Hey Siri” by going to the HomePod settings in the Home app and toggling off “Listen for ‘Hey Siri’.” This will prevent Siri from initiating until manually activated.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How can I stop Siri from listening on my HomePod? You can disable 'Hey Siri' in the HomePod settings through the Home app to stop it from listening.
  2. What triggers Siri on HomePod? Siri is triggered by the 'Hey Siri' wake phrase; otherwise, it remains inactive.
  3. Is my HomePod always recording? No, HomePod only listens for the 'Hey Siri' command, and it does not record audio continuously.
  4. Can I customize Siri settings on my HomePod? Yes, you can customize Siri settings including disabling 'Hey Siri' in the Home app.

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