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Free White Noise Generator

White, pink and brown noise for focus and sleep.

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What is the White Noise Generator?

A steady wash of sound can do what silence can't: mask a barking dog, a noisy office or a restless mind so you can focus or fall asleep. This white noise generator plays smooth, even noise on demand — no track that loops audibly, no app, no account. Pick white, pink or brown and press play.

The sound is generated live in your browser, so it never buffers and uses no data once the page has loaded.

Last updated: Aug 27, 2026

What does this tool do?

It synthesises continuous noise in three 'colours'. White noise has equal energy at every frequency and sounds bright and hissy; pink noise is softer and balanced, like steady rain; brown noise is a deep low rumble, like distant surf. You choose one, set the volume, and it loops seamlessly for as long as you like.

There's no file involved — the noise is computed on the fly, so there's no repeating loop to notice.

Key features

Three noise colours

White, pink and brown.

Live-generated

Synthesised in your browser, never streamed.

Seamless loop

No audible repeat to distract you.

Volume control

Set a comfortable level.

Private & data-free

Nothing downloads after the page loads.

Example

Input
You're trying to focus in a noisy café.
Processing
Choose pink noise and set a low, steady volume.
Output
A soft, even wash that masks chatter without being distracting.

Common use cases

  • Focus & studyMask distractions while you work.
  • SleepCover sudden noises that wake you.
  • BabiesA steady sound for nap and bedtime.
  • Tinnitus reliefBlend ringing into a broader sound.
  • Open officesReduce the pull of nearby conversations.
  • MeditationA neutral backdrop for practice.

Benefits

  • Starts instantly and never buffers.
  • Uses no data once loaded — it's generated live.
  • Three colours to suit focus or sleep.
  • Free and private.

Tips

  • Try pink or brown noise for sleep and focus — they're gentler than bright white noise.
  • Start at a low volume; steady noise works by masking, not by being loud.
  • For sleep, set your device to stay awake and keep the tab open so it plays through the night.
  • If white noise feels harsh, switch to brown for a deeper, calmer rumble.
  • Use it to cover intermittent sounds — a lower steady wash hides sudden noises better than turning it up loud.

Common mistakes to avoid

Playing it too loud

Fix: Masking works at modest volume; loud noise adds fatigue and can affect hearing over time.

Assuming a colour fits everyone

Fix: Try all three — many people find pink or brown easier than white for sleep.

Letting the tab sleep

Fix: Keep the tab open and the screen awake so playback doesn't pause.

Expecting a download

Fix: It's generated live in your browser; there's no file to save.

How it works

  1. 1

    Pick a colour

    White, pink or brown noise.

  2. 2

    Press play

    It loops seamlessly in your browser.

  3. 3

    Set the volume

    Start low and adjust to taste.

Frequently asked questions

White is bright and hissy with equal energy at all frequencies; pink is softer and balanced like steady rain; brown is a deep low rumble like heavy surf. Pink and brown are gentler for sleep and focus.

Neither — the sound is generated live in your browser, so it never stops to buffer and uses no data after the page loads.

Many people use steady noise to mask distracting sounds. Start at a low volume and use what feels comfortable.

White is bright and hissy with equal energy at all frequencies; pink is softer and balanced like steady rain; brown is a deep low rumble like heavy surf. Pink and brown are gentler for sleep and focus.

Neither — the sound is generated live in your browser, so it never buffers and uses no data after the page loads.

Many people use steady noise to mask distracting sounds. Start at a low volume and use what feels comfortable.

Yes — free, no sign-up, entirely in your browser.

Conclusion

Instant, seamless white, pink or brown noise to mask distractions for focus or sleep — generated live so it never loops or buffers. Keep it at a modest volume, try each colour, and let a steady wash do the work of silence.

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