How to Manage Notifications in Messenger on Windows 11

This guide explains how to control notifications in the Messenger desktop app on Windows 11. The Messenger Desktop app is a standalone app that lets you chat, call, and share files without opening a web browser. When using the app, you can turn auto-start on or off, change your status, or turn message preview on or off.

Why manage your notifications?

You might want to turn off notifications if you are in a meeting, studying, or focusing on work. If you are waiting for an important message, you will want to make sure they are turned on. Controlling these settings helps you stay focused or stay connected based on your current needs.

What happens when you change these settings?

When you mute notifications, you will not see or hear alerts when someone messages, calls, or waves at you. When you unmute them, your computer will alert you to incoming activity as usual.

How to turn notifications on or off

You can manage these settings directly within the app. Note that you must have standard user permissions to interact with the app interface.

1. Open the Start menu and find the app in your All Apps list.

You can also open the app from the Taskbar or Taskbar overflow.

2. Click on your profile picture located at the bottom-left corner of the window.
3. Select Preferences from the menu.

4. Click the Notifications tab on the left side of the screen.
5. Find the section labeled Mute all notifications.
6. Toggle the switch to On to silence alerts, or Off to allow them.

Summary

Managing your notifications in the Messenger app is simple. By visiting the Preferences menu, you can quickly toggle your alerts to match your schedule. This keeps your desktop experience quiet when you need to focus and active when you are ready to chat.