TinniSound TinniSound

Step 1:
Match your tinnitus frequency.

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Volume 25%
Tone Type
Pure tone ▼
✓ Pure tone
Square wave
Sawtooth wave
Triangle wave

Step 2:
Add a Relaxing Sound

Volume 25%

How to Use

Step 1: Find the pitch that matches your tinnitus.

Step 2: Add a calm sound like white noise or ocean waves.

The mix helps mask the ringing and brings gentle relief.

A Developer's Story

Hi, I'm the creator of this website, and like you, I live with tinnitus. It didn't ask for permission to enter my life—it just appeared one day and refused to leave. Since then, the constant ringing hasn't just been a sound in my ears; it has touched my work, my sleep, my mood, and even the quiet moments that used to feel safe.

I've been through the late-night searches, the endless tips, the medical visits, the frustration of "just try to ignore it." For a long time, I felt like I was fighting this noise alone. But somewhere in that struggle, I realized I didn't want my story with tinnitus to end in fear and helplessness.

So I decided to turn this experience into something that might help others. This website is part of that decision—a place built with care for people who truly understand what this sound can do to a life. If you're here, you're not "overreacting," you're not imagining it, and you're definitely not alone.

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Tinnitus Sound Therapy 101: 10 Most Common Questions Answered

  • 1. What Is Tinnitus and Why Does It Happen?

    Tinnitus is the perception of sound when no external sound is present. It often manifests as ringing, buzzing, or hissing in the ears. Tinnitus can begin from loud noise exposure, age-related hearing loss, earwax buildup, infections, certain medications, head injuries, or stress. Each person's trigger can be different.

  • 2. What Is Tinnitus Sound Therapy?

    Tinnitus sound therapy is a treatment approach that uses external sounds to mask tinnitus or retrain your brain to ignore it. It involves playing specific sounds—such as white noise, pink noise, nature sounds, or customized frequencies—to help reduce the perception of ringing in the ears.

  • 3. How Does Sound Therapy Reduce Tinnitus Perception?

    Sound therapy uses external sounds to mask tinnitus or retrain your brain to ignore it. Consistent use helps reduce how noticeable the ringing feels by encouraging the brain to treat it as background noise. The brain gradually adapts to the new sound environment, making the tinnitus less prominent over time.

  • 4. What Types of Sounds Help With Tinnitus Relief?

    Common options include white noise, pink noise, nature sounds, ocean waves, soft ambient audio, or any gentle background sound that helps mask tinnitus and reduce awareness of the ringing. Some people also benefit from customized frequencies that match their specific tinnitus tone.

  • 5. Is Sound Therapy Safe to Use Every Day?

    Yes. Sound therapy is safe for daily use at comfortable volume levels. It has no known side effects and can be used for long periods as long as the sound isn't excessively loud. Many people use it throughout the day or during sleep to manage their tinnitus symptoms.

  • 6. Can Sound Therapy Cure Tinnitus Permanently?

    Sound therapy doesn't cure tinnitus permanently, but it provides meaningful relief by reducing its impact. It helps you manage symptoms and improve quality of life without eliminating tinnitus entirely. Consistent use can lead to long-term improvement in how noticeable and bothersome the ringing feels.

  • 7. What Actually Causes Tinnitus to Start?

    Tinnitus can begin from loud noise exposure, age-related hearing loss, earwax buildup, infections, certain medications, head injuries, or stress. Each person's trigger can be different. Understanding the underlying cause can help in developing an effective management strategy.

  • 8. Is Tinnitus Coming From the Ear or the Brain?

    Tinnitus often starts with an ear issue, but the ringing sensation is generated by the brain. When the ear loses input, the brain becomes hyperactive and creates the perception of sound. This is why sound therapy works—it helps retrain the brain's response to the missing auditory input.

  • 9. Do Stress and Anxiety Make Tinnitus Worse?

    Yes. Stress, anxiety, and fatigue can intensify tinnitus by heightening your nervous system's sensitivity. Managing stress and improving sleep can help reduce how loud or bothersome it feels. Many people find that relaxation techniques combined with sound therapy provide the best relief.

  • 10. How Long Does It Take for Sound Therapy to Work?

    Some relief is immediate thanks to masking effects, but lasting improvement usually takes weeks or months of consistent use as the brain gradually adapts to the new sound environment. Most people notice significant improvement within 3-6 months of regular use.

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Test Your Tinnitus Impact Score

The Tinnitus Handicap Inventory (THI) is a validated 25-item self-assessment that helps measure how strongly tinnitus affects daily life. It is widely used in research and clinical settings to track tinnitus impact and treatment progress.

Takes only 3–5 minutes to complete this tinnitus assessment.