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Take a 3-minute hearing test online

Do you think that you or a loved one might have hearing loss? Taking an easy online hearing test is the first step in your or your loved one’s hearing journey.
This Hearing Screener is not a substitute for a professional hearing test.


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Preparing for the test

This hearing test is free and takes only three minutes! You can trust our results.

Regular hearing tests are important for a variety of reasons, including identifying hearing loss early, which can make it easier to treat.

After you take the test, we recommend you follow up with your hearing care professional for an in-person test. An in-person test will let you know the cause, the type of hearing loss, and its severity. An in-person test also helps your hearing care professional program your hearing aids in the way that works best for you.

To prepare for the test:

  • Find a quiet place.
  • Put on your headphones.
  • Check the sound.
  • Follow the prompts on screen!
 

Why take the test?

The online hearing test est offers a quick, convenient, and user-friendly way to assess your hearing health in just three minutes from the comfort of your home. It helps with early detection of potential hearing loss and provides clear recommendations for next steps, such as consulting a hearing care professional for a more comprehensive evaluation.

While it’s not a replacement for a full audiological assessment, it’s an accessible tool to gain initial insights into your hearing and take proactive steps if needed.

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The World Health Organization reports that “by 2050 over 700 million people – or 1 in every 10 people – will have disabling hearing loss.”

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Importance of testing your hearing

Did you know that even mild hearing loss can double your risk of dementia**? Common signs of hearing loss include:

  • Difficulty hearing other people
  • Misunderstanding what people say
  • Asking people to repeat themselves
  • Turning up the volume on the radio or television
  • Difficulty hearing on the phone
  • Feeling tired or stressed from having to concentrate while listening
 
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How Phonak can help

Phonak hearing aids don’t just improve hearing—they can also be life-changing for your overall well-being. Struggling to hear in social settings or everyday conversations can make people feel isolated and even lead to anxiety or frustration. 

Phonak hearing aids are designed to bring back that sense of connection by amplifying sounds clearly and naturally, making it easier to stay engaged in conversations and enjoy the little moments, whether you’re talking with friends, listening to music, or simply hearing nature around you. When you can truly hear what’s happening around you, it’s easier to feel involved, connected, and confident in social settings, which does wonders for your mental health and happiness.

 

I have hearing loss. What do I do next?

If you have hearing loss, it’s important to get started on your hearing journey as soon as possible. After you take our online hearing test, schedule an appointment with a local hearing care provider to find out your next steps. We can help with our Find a Provider tool. 

Your journey to better hearing begins here.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. The Phonak online hearing test is free and takes about three minutes from the comfort of your home.

Find a quiet place, put on headphones, check the sound and follow the on-screen prompts. When you finish, you get clear recommendations for next steps, such as seeing a hearing care professional.

No. The Phonak Hearing Screener is not a substitute for a professional hearing test. Only an in-person evaluation with a hearing care professional can determine the cause, type and severity of hearing loss.

Common signs of hearing loss include trouble following conversations, asking people to repeat themselves, turning up the volume, difficulty on the phone and listening fatigue.

Yes. You can sign up with the Phonak newsletter by filling out the form below. Enter your name, email and ZIP code, then select Submit to get exclusive updates and the latest news from Phonak in your inbox.

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