How to Enable or Disable Notifications in the Settings app on Windows 11

Turn Notifications On or Off in 🪟 Windows 11 Settings

Windows 11 notifications settings let you turn alerts on or off for your entire system or individual apps. Open the Settings ⚙️ app by pressing the Win plus I, click System, and then select Notifications to change these options and stop unwanted pop-ups right away.

1. Open the Settings ⚙️ app: Click the Start button ⊞ (the Windows icon) at the bottom-left corner, then click the gear icon labeled Settings. Or press Windows key + I on your keyboard.
2. On the left side, click Privacy & security.
3. On the right side, find and click the General section to open it.
4. Look for the option called Show me notifications in the Settings ⚙️ app.
5. Use the toggle switch to turn it On (blue) or Off (gray) depending on what you want.

Close the Settings ⚙️ window once configuration is complete.

Change Notification Settings Using the Registry Editor (Advanced)

Windows 11 notifications settings can be changed using the Registry Editor (a database for low-level system settings) if you prefer working outside the main app. This advanced method lets you apply system-wide changes by editing specific keys directly.

1. Open Registry Editor as Administrator: %%FLAG_ADMIN%%

   • Press Windows key + S, type regedit, then right-click Registry Editor and choose Run as administrator.
   • Confirm any prompts that appear.
2. In Registry Editor, go to this location (you can copy-paste it in the address bar at the top):
   

   📝Good to KnowComputer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SystemSettings\AccountNotifications

   Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\SystemSettings\AccountNotifications

   
   
3. On the right side, look for EnableAccountNotifications.
4. Double-click EnableAccountNotifications to edit it:

   • Type 1 to turn notifications ON.
   • Type 0 to turn notifications OFF.
   • Then click OK.
5. If you don't see EnableAccountNotifications, right-click on an empty space on the right side, choose New › DWORD (32-bit) Value, and name it EnableAccountNotifications. Then set its value as above.
6. Close Registry Editor and restart your computer to apply the changes.

Summary

• You can control how Windows 11 shows notifications by turning them on or off in the Settings app.
• Use the Privacy & Security › General section to find the notification toggle.
• Advanced users can also use the Registry Editor to change notification settings.
• Adjust these settings to reduce distractions or stay informed—whichever suits you best!

Windows 11 notifications settings give you full control over pop-ups and alerts across your computer. You can use the main Settings app for everyday changes or the Registry Editor for advanced tweaks to keep your screen free from distractions.

Helpful Links:

• How to Open the Settings App in Windows 11
• How to Open Registry Editor in Windows 11