Turning off Tumblr live, also known as live streaming or liveblogging, requires a few steps to either disable live notifications or prevent yourself from going live. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you manage your Tumblr live settings.
## Turning Off Live Notifications
If you’re looking to stop receiving notifications about live streams from those you follow on Tumblr, you can turn them off in the app settings.
### On Mobile Devices
1. Open the Tumblr app on your mobile device.
2. Tap on the account icon — this is your profile picture at the bottom-right corner of the screen.
3. Tap on the gear icon to go to “Settings.”
4. Choose “General Settings.”
5. Select “Notifications.”
6. Scroll to find the “Live” option.
7. Toggle off the switch next to “Live” to stop receiving live notifications.
### On Desktop
1. Visit the Tumblr website and log into your account.
2. Click on the account icon at the top-right corner of the screen.
3. Select “Settings” from the dropdown menu.
4. Scroll down to the “Notifications” area.
5. Uncheck the box next to “Live Notifications” to disable them.
## Preventing Yourself From Going Live
Currently, there is no direct setting on Tumblr that allows you to disable your ability to go live. However, you can simply choose not to initiate a live stream. If you’re looking to limit others from viewing any live content you accidentally create, you could adjust your blog’s privacy settings.
### Adjusting Blog Privacy Settings
1. Follow steps 1-3 from the mobile or desktop instructions above to access your Tumblr “Settings.”
2. Select the blog you want to adjust the settings for.
3. Scroll to the “Privacy” section.
4. If your blog is public, consider setting it to “Private” so that only users you specifically allow can view your content.
5. Note that making your blog private will restrict all your posts from public view, not just live content.
Ensure that any changes you make align with the privacy and experience you want on Tumblr. Regularly check Tumblr’s official resources or help center for any updates on features and settings as they continually evolve.
Remember, you can always contact Tumblr support for additional guidance on managing your live settings if the above steps do not suffice or if the interface has undergone changes.