Listening exposure calculator
Use a known sound level and time to estimate weekly exposure.
Enter a level reported by your device for headphones. Volume percentages and web microphone values cannot be used.
Exercise results
Results appear here when you start.
Reference information based on your inputs.
Listening exposure calculator User guide
When to use this tool
Enter the average dBA reported by your device and total listening time this week to estimate reference exposure. The calculation assumes that level throughout, so it cannot capture every change or other noise exposure. Even a result below 100% does not guarantee individual safety.
How to use and interpret results
Enter a level reported by your device for headphones. Volume percentages and web microphone values cannot be used.
Other noise exposure is excluded. Even below 100%, individual safety is not guaranteed.
Reference information based on your inputs.
How to use · Frequently asked questions
How to use
Enter a level reported by your device for headphones. Volume percentages and web microphone values cannot be used.
Other noise exposure is excluded. Even below 100%, individual safety is not guaranteed.
Reference information based on your inputs.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a medical test?
This is an exercise, not a medical test. Seek professional assessment for hearing concerns or discomfort.
Which values should I enter?
Enter a level reported by your device for headphones. Volume percentages and web microphone values cannot be used.
Where are inputs and records stored?
Nothing is sent to a server. Only ear tip and pitch records are saved here, up to five, and can be deleted.