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There are different ways to Enable or Disable Notifications in Windows, but the best way is through Windows Settings. You can keep track of things going on in the background with Windows’ built-in notification center.
It lets you know when different programmes and websites have something to say. But after a while of using your PC, you might find it annoying if a pop-up comes up every minute. You can stop Windows from sending you alerts in a few easy steps.
Most computers with Windows 11 already have notifications turned on. But some apps or websites might ask you to manually turn them on. This lets them send you notifications even when the apps are not open. These alerts can start to pile up, which makes them less useful in the long run.
Enable or Disable Notifications in Windows 11/10
Enable or Disable Notifications via Settings menu
Enable
- Press Windows key + I to open up the Settings menu on Windows 11.
- Inside the main Settings screen, use the menu on the left to click on System. If you don’t see the options by default, click the action button in the top-left corner.
- Once you’re inside the System tab, move over to the right-hand side menu and click on Notifications.
- Next, from the dedicated Notifications menu, set the toggle to OFF to disable the notifications from all your apps, or set it to ON if you want to receive every notification.
- As soon as you change the toggle, the new behavior will be enforced (no need to restart). You can safely close the Settings screen at this point.
Disable
- Press Windows key + I to open up the Settings menu.
- Next, click or tap on System from the vertical menu on the left
- With the System tab selected, move over to the right-hand pane and click or tap on Notifications.
- Once you’re inside the Notifications settings page, scroll down to the Notifications from apps and other senders section and turn off or on the dedicated toggles according to which apps you want to receive notifications from.
- Once the changes have been enforced, you can safely close the Settings screen.
Enable or Disable Notifications via Registry Editor
Press Windows key + R to open up a Run dialog box. Next, type ‘regedit’ inside the text box that just appeared, then press Ctrl + Shift + Enter to open up a Registry Editor page with admin access.
- When you’re prompted by the User Account Control prompt, click Yes to grant administrative privileges.
- Once you’re inside the Registry Editor, use the menu on the left-hand side to navigate to the following location
- Right-click on PushNotifications from the menu on the left and choose New > Dword (32-bit) Value from the context menu that just appeared.
- Next, move over to the right-hand pane and rename the newly created Dword to ToastEnabled by right-clicking on the item and choosing Rename.
- Double-click on the newly created ToastEnabled item then set the Base to Hexadecimal and the Value to 1 depending on what you’re looking to accomplish
- Once the change has been made, close Registry Editor and reboot your PC in order to allow the changes to take effect.
Enable or Disable Notifications via Notification Center
- Press Windows key + N to open up the Notification Center on Windows 11.
- Next, click on the action button (three-dot icon) from the top of the app that you want to turn off notifications for.
- From the context menu that just appeared, click on Turn off all notifications for *name of the app.
- Close the Settings app as the changes should already be enforced.
you can visit Microsoft support center for further help.
FAQ
How do I turn off notifications on Windows 11
- First, right-click the Start Menu icon on your taskbar and choose Settings.
- Click on System > Notifications.
- Turn off “Get notifications from apps and other senders” under “Notifications.” Your Windows 11 PC no longer gives you any notifications.
How do I permanently disable Do Not Disturb in Windows 11
- Open Settings.
- Click on System.
- Click the Notifications tab.
- Turn off the “Do not disturb” toggle switch to allow notifications on Windows 11.
How do I turn off manually disabled notifications
Show the option to ignore or enable notifications. On tap of enable notifications option: show notifications permission modal. On tap of ignore: keep notifications disabled. Do not show the launch message again.
Why you should turn off all notifications
Notifications are one of the worst parts of smartphones. Simply turning them off allows you to reduce your phone addiction while still having access to all the apps you use. Without notifications, you are in control of when you pick up your phone, rather than your phone shouting for your attention
Where is the notification bar in Windows 11
The Notification Center is at the end of the taskbar on the right. It has icons for battery, Wi-Fi, volume, Clock and Calendar, and Notification Center, which you might use often. It also shows the status of things like incoming emails, updates, and network connectivity and lets you know when they happen.
How do I change notification settings in Windows 11
In Windows 11, the Notification Center is where app notifications and Quick Settings are kept. Quick Settings give you quick access to apps and settings you use often. The Settings app lets you change your notification settings at any time. Click on Start, then click on Settings. Click System and then Notifications.
How do I turn off desktop notifications
On Android, you can turn off push notifications by going to Settings > Notifications. Android lets you turn off push notifications for individual apps or use a “Do not disturb” mode, just like iOS.