7 Effective Solutions to Stop Google Assistant from Popping Up on Android

ByJim Miller

Does Google Assistant keep interrupting your Android experience with its unwanted pop-ups? These unexpected interruptions can be frustrating and disruptive, causing annoyance and inconvenience. But worry not, as we have compiled a list of effective solutions to help you fix this issue for good.

1. Disable Google Assistant Entirely

If you rarely use Google Assistant, disabling it altogether can be a simple and straightforward solution:

  1. Open the Google app on your Android device.
  2. Tap on your profile picture in the top right corner and select “Settings.”
  3. Go to “Google Assistant” and select “General.”
  4. Turn off the toggle next to “Google Assistant.”

Google App Settings on Android

2. Check for Accidental Activation

Sometimes, accidental activation of Google Assistant can occur when taking a screenshot or due to a phone case pressing the power button. To check for this possibility:

  • Try using a different phone case or remove the case altogether.

3. Check Gestures and Shortcuts

Google Assistant may pop up on your Android if you accidentally swipe up from the bottom corner of the screen or press buttons on your headphones. To prevent this:

  • Disconnect any headphones or accessories that you are not using.

4. Disable Google Assistant on the Lock Screen

If Google Assistant keeps appearing even when your phone is locked, you can disable it on the lock screen to protect your privacy:

  1. Open the Google app on your Android device.
  2. Tap on your profile picture in the top right corner and select “Settings.”
  3. Go to “Google Assistant” and select “Lock screen.”
  4. Turn off the toggle for “Assistant responses on lock screen.”

5. Retrain Your Voice Model

If Google Assistant gets activated accidentally when someone nearby says a similar word, you can retrain your voice model:

  1. Open the Google app on your Android device.
  2. Tap on your profile picture in the top right corner and select “Settings.”
  3. Go to “Google Assistant” and select “Hey Google & Voice Match.”
  4. Tap on “Retrain Voice Match model” and follow the prompts to train the Assistant to recognize your voice.

6. Check and Disable Google Assistant Routines

Google Assistant routines automate tasks on your Android device, and one of these routines may be causing the unwanted pop-ups:

  1. Open the Google app on your Android device.
  2. Tap on your profile picture in the top right corner and select “Settings.”
  3. Go to “Google Assistant” and select “Routines.”
  4. Review the set routines and disable the ones you don't need by turning off the toggle for “Activate Routine” and hitting “Save.”

7. Clear Google App Cache

Clearing the cache of the Google app can resolve unusual issues like Google Assistant pop-ups:

  1. Open the Settings app on your Android device.
  2. Go to “Apps” and locate and tap on the Google app.
  3. Select “Storage” and tap the “Clear cache” option at the bottom.

By following these effective solutions, you can put an end to the unwanted pop-ups from Google Assistant on your Android device. Enjoy a seamless and uninterrupted Android experience!