Alexa Smart Speaker Error Code Yellow Ring: How to Fix It

Q: Why does my Alexa have a yellow ring that won't go away?

A persistent yellow ring usually means you have unheard notifications. Try saying 'Alexa, what are my notifications?' to clear them, or check the Alexa app for pending messages that need to be acknowledged.

Q: How do I turn off the yellow ring on my Alexa?

You can't permanently disable the yellow notification ring, but you can turn off specific notification types in the Alexa app under Settings > Notifications. This will reduce how often the yellow ring appears.

Q: What does a spinning yellow ring on Alexa mean?

A spinning yellow ring means Alexa is connecting to your Wi-Fi network or starting up. This should disappear once the connection is established. A solid yellow ring indicates pending notifications.

Q: Can I make Alexa stop showing delivery notifications?

Yes, open the Alexa app, go to Settings > Notifications > Amazon Shopping, and toggle off delivery notifications. You can also say 'Alexa, turn off shopping notifications.'

Abstract

The yellow ring on your Alexa smart speaker indicates you have pending notifications or messages waiting. This is a normal feature, not an actual error, that alerts you to deliveries, drop-ins, or other notifications that need your attention.