How to Enable or Disable Notifications for New Bluetooth Devices in Windows 11

What is Bluetooth?

Bluetooth is a wireless technology that lets your Windows 11 PC connect to gadgets like headphones, speakers, or mice without using any cables. Your Windows 11 PC can connect to many types of Bluetooth devices, such as phones, fitness bands, and keyboards, making it convenient to add accessories.

Your Windows 11 PC can connect to many types of Bluetooth devices, like phones, headphones, speakers, fitness bands, mice, and keyboards. For guidance on pairing Bluetooth devices, consult this official Microsoft guide: How to pair a Bluetooth device in Windows 11.

By default, Windows 11 shows an “Add a device” notification when a new Bluetooth device attempts to connect. This notification allows you to approve or deny the connection.

Windows 11 users can disable notifications for new Bluetooth devices to avoid unwanted pop-ups. Turning off these alerts prevents the operating system from showing a banner message each time a new Bluetooth item, like headphones or a speaker, connects. This setting helps keep your screen clear by stopping Windows 11 from displaying a notification for every detected Bluetooth accessory.

Option 1Turn On or Off Notifications Using Settings

1. Open Settings ⚙️ by pressing ⊞ Win+I on your keyboard.
2. Click on Bluetooth 🔷 & devices in the left menu.
3. Then click on Devices on the right side.
4. You can also open this directly by clicking here: Open Bluetooth 🔷 & devices settings.
5. Scroll down and click More Bluetooth 🔷 settings under the Related settings section.
6. In the window that opens, go to the Options tab.
7. Check the box Alert me when a new Bluetooth 🔷 device wants to connect to turn notifications ON.
8. Uncheck the box to turn notifications OFF.
9. Click OK to save your choice.
10. You can now close the Settings ⚙️ window.

Switching Windows 11 Bluetooth 🔷 notifications on or off can be done through the Settings ⚙️ app, a method most users will find most practical. This involves navigating a few menus to locate the specific option that controls alerts for new device connections.

Switching Windows 11 Bluetooth notifications on or off can be done through the Settings app, a method most users will find most practical. This involves navigating a few menus to locate the specific option that controls alerts for new device connections.

Switching Windows 11 Bluetooth notifications on or off can be done through the Settings app, a method most users will find most practical. This involves navigating a few menus to locate the specific option that controls alerts for new device connections.

Option 2Turn On or Off Notifications Using the Registry (Advanced)

For more advanced control, you can manage Windows 11 Bluetooth notifications using the Registry Editor (a tool that lets you fine-tune system settings). This method involves changing a specific registry key to either enable or disable the alerts you receive when new devices try to connect.

To turn ON notifications (default setting):

reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\BluetoothAuthenticationAgent" /v AcceptIncomingRequests /t REG_DWORD /d 1 /f

To turn OFF notifications:

reg add "HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\BluetoothAuthenticationAgent" /v AcceptIncomingRequests /t REG_DWORD /d 0 /f

Summary

In Windows 11, you have control over whether you receive alerts when a new Bluetooth device connects to your PC; notifications are usually enabled by default. You can turn these Windows 11 Bluetooth notifications off if you prefer fewer interruptions, but remember to manage your connections manually.

Notifications are ON by default, giving you control over device connections. Turning notifications off can help reduce interruptions, but be sure you are prepared to approve devices another way.

By following these steps, you can control how your Windows 11 PC alerts you about new Bluetooth connections and manage your devices more conveniently.