How to Enable or Disable WhatsApp Notifications on Windows 11
WhatsApp is a popular app for sending messages, making calls, and sharing files on your computer. You can customize many settings in the app, including starting the WhatsApp app at login and turning read receipts on or off.
This guide explains how to control your notifications on Windows 11. You can choose to be alerted for messages, reactions, and calls, or turn them off completely.
Why manage your notifications?
Constant alerts can be distracting during work or important meetings. By choosing which notifications you see, you can stay focused and improve your productivity.
What happens when you are done?
Once you adjust these settings, your computer will only show you the alerts you have specifically enabled. This gives you full control over how and when you are interrupted.
How to turn notifications on or off
Follow these steps to change your alert settings:
- Open the Start menu and find WhatsApp in your All Apps list to launch it.
- Click the Settings (gear) icon located in the bottom left corner of the app.
- Select the Notifications tab on the left-hand side of the screen.
- On the right side, you will see toggles for Messages, Reactions, and Calls. Click these to turn them on or off.
You can also toggle the option to receive notifications even when the app is closed. No special admin privileges are required for these settings.
Summary
Managing your WhatsApp notifications on Windows 11 is a simple way to reduce digital clutter. By toggling specific alerts for messages, reactions, and calls, you can create a quiet environment when you need to focus or stay reachable only when it matters most.
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