How to disable Windows 11 Notifications

1. Accessing Notification Settings

To begin, you need to open the Windows Settings app.

1. Click the Start button or the Search icon on your taskbar.

2. Type "Settings" into the search bar.

3. Select the Settings app from the results.

2. Navigating to the Notifications Menu

Once the Settings app is open, you will find the notification controls within the System category.

1. Ensure System is selected in the left-hand sidebar.

2. In the main panel, click on the Notifications row (labeled "Alerts from apps and system, do not disturb").

3. Disabling All Notifications

If you want to stop all alerts from appearing, you can use the global toggle.

• At the top of the Notifications page, switch the Notifications toggle to Off. This will globally silence alerts from all apps and senders.

4. Customizing Notification Options

If you prefer to keep notifications active but want more control over how they behave, you can expand the master toggle section to reveal specific options:

• Allow notifications to play sounds: Uncheck this to receive visual alerts without audio interruptions.

• Show notifications on the lock screen: Uncheck this to prevent alerts from appearing when your computer is locked, protecting your privacy.

• Show reminders and incoming VoIP calls on the lock screen: Use this to specifically allow or block calls (like Teams or Zoom) while the screen is locked.

• Show notification bell icon: Toggle whether the small bell appears in your taskbar.

5. Managing Specific Apps

To silence a single app (like Slack or Email) while keeping others active:

1. Scroll down to the Notifications from apps and other senders section.

2. Find the specific app in the list.

3. Toggle its switch to Off.

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