How does WinMute detect and respond to specific system events to mute volume

WinMute is a small, free, and open-source Windows utility that automatically mutes and unmutes your computer’s volume based on specific triggers like locking your screen, the screensaver starting, logging off, switching users, disconnecting Bluetooth headphones, or your connection to particular wireless networks. It helps avoid disturbing others when you step away from your PC by muting all system sound devices during inactivity and restoring the volume when you return.

Key features of WinMute include:

Automatic muting when the screen locks, screensaver activates, user logs off or switches, or the system goes to sleep or shuts down.

Mutes system volume (not individual apps), so audio continues playing but silently.

Lightweight and simple with no ads or telemetry.

Runs from the system tray with easy access to settings via right-click.

Compatible with Windows 7 and newer.

No installation required if using the portable version; just unzip and run.

You can configure it to mute/unmute based on wireless network connections or Bluetooth headphone status.

You can disable or enable specific muting triggers as you prefer.