How to Disable Notifications in Windows 11

Notifications in Windows 11 can be useful, but sometimes they become distracting and interfere with work. This guide covers how to completely disable notifications or customize them as needed.

Completely Disabling Notifications

If you want to turn off all notifications in Windows 11, follow these steps:

  1. Click Start and select Settings.
  2. Go to System and choose Notifications.
  3. Toggle off the Notifications from apps and other senders switch. This will disable all notifications.

Customizing Notifications for Specific Apps

If you’d like to keep notifications for certain apps while turning them off for others, follow these steps:

  1. Go to Settings > System > Notifications.
  2. Scroll down to the Notifications from apps and other senders section.
  3. Find the app you want to disable notifications for, and uncheck it.

Using "Do Not Disturb" Mode

The "Do Not Disturb" mode temporarily blocks all notifications, making it especially helpful during focused work or rest times.

  1. Open the Notification Center by clicking the icon in the bottom-right corner or pressing Win + A.
  2. Click the Do Not Disturb icon to activate the mode. Notifications will be hidden until you turn off this mode.

Setting Up Priority Notifications

If you need to receive important notifications even when in "Do Not Disturb" mode, set up priority notifications:

  1. Go to Settings > System > Focus Assist.
  2. Select Priority only and customize the list of apps and contacts you want to allow notifications from, even in "Do Not Disturb" mode.