Sounds

Stay focused with Sounds

Sounds help you stay focused and relaxed throughout the day. Get in the right headspace with the sound of a crackling campfire, an ambient café, a peaceful garden, and many other lively scenes.

Sounds is a Momentum Plus feature. Upgrade to Plus to start using Sounds and explore all other exclusive Plus benefits.

💡 Tip: You can try Sounds for free during your one-hour Focus Mode session included with the standard version of Momentum.

Starting a sound

Momentum Plus subscribers can enable Sounds in the General section of the Settings.

Once enabled:

Click the sound icon at the top left of Momentum.
Choose a sound to start listening.

Adjusting volume settings

To change the overall volume, use the master volume slider beside the sound.

To adjust the volume of a specific sound, click the tune setting icon and drag the slider below its icon. To mute a sound completely, just click the speaker icon

Creating a custom sound

Click the Custom sound option under Sounds to build your own combination using Momentum’s full collection of sounds.

Click a sound icon to play it and add it to your custom sound.
Adjust individual volumes using the sliders below each icon.
You can add as many sounds as you like to create your perfect atmosphere.
Want to start fresh? Click the ••• menu in the top right and select Reset.

Adding tracks from Spotify and YouTube

You can add tracks and playlists from Spotify or YouTube to personalize your sound experience.

Adding a track from Spotify

In Spotify, click the ••• icon next to a track/playlist and go to Share → Copy Link.
In Momentum's Sounds app, click the + icon in the top right.
Paste the link into the field.

Momentum will detect the URL, add the track, and begin playing it. You’ll need to be logged into Spotify in your browser (no paid plan required).

🔒 Note: Momentum never has access to your Spotify login or account data, all authentication happens directly through Spotify.

Adding a track from YouTube

Copy the URL of any YouTube video or playlist.
In the Sounds app, click the + icon and paste the link.

📌 For playlists, copy the link from the playlist’s homepage, not from a video inside the playlist.

Removing a track

To remove a track from your custom sound setup:

From the dashboard view, click Sounds and select the track you want to remove.
Click the ••• menu, then select Delete.

Pro tips & keyboard shortcuts

Save time and stay in flow with these quick actions:

Play or pause the current sound: Press the Spacebar (works on both macOS and Windows).

FAQs

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Q: Can I create my own sounds?

A: Yes! Click the Custom sound option to mix and match from our library. You can adjust individual volumes and save your favorite blends.

Q: Do I need a Spotify account to use Spotify integration?

A: You do need to be logged into Spotify in your browser to play full tracks, but you don’t need a paid account.

Q: What happens if I close the tab or browser?

A: Your selected sound will stop playing, but your custom sounds and settings are saved! When you reopen Momentum, you can pick up right where you left off.

Q: Do I need a Plus subscription to use Sounds?

A: Yes. Sounds is a Momentum Plus feature. If you're not a Plus member yet, you can upgrade anytime to start enjoying calming sounds and all the other premium tools.

Q: Will Sounds keep playing when I switch tabs?

A: Yes. As long as your Momentum tab stays open in your browser, your selected sound will continue playing, even if you're working in another tab.

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