Stop Windows 10 Notifications Pop-ups

Summary

  • Turn off all notifications by going to Settings > System > Notifications & actions and toggling off the switch under “Get notifications from apps and other senders”
  • Customize notifications from specific apps by going to Settings > System > Notifications & actions and toggling off the switch next to the apps you don’t want to receive notifications from
  • Use the Registry Editor to manage notifications by accessing specific registry keys related to notifications in Windows 10
  • Disable targeted advertising and File Explorer ads, and manage pop-up notifications in web browsers to further customize your notification settings

Are you tired of constant notifications popping up on your Windows 10 computer? Let’s explore how to stop these interruptions for a more seamless user experience.

Turn Off All Notifications

Windows 10 notification settings page

1. Click on the Start button in the bottom left corner of your screen.
2. Go to Settings by clicking on the gear icon.
3. In the Settings menu, select System.
4. Click on Notifications & actions in the left-hand menu.
5. Toggle the switch under “Get notifications from apps and other senders” to Off.

Customize Notifications From Specific Apps

Notification settings menu in Windows 10

  • Open the Settings menu by clicking on the Start button and selecting Settings.
  • Click on System in the Settings menu.
  • Select Notifications & actions from the left-hand pane.
  • Scroll down to the Get notifications from these senders section.
  • Toggle off the switch next to the apps you don’t want to receive notifications from.

Block Lock Screen Tips and Suggestions

Block lock screen icon

Additionally, you can customize your notification settings further by selecting which apps are allowed to send notifications. Simply go to Settings, then System, and choose Notifications & actions. From there, you can manage notifications for each individual app.

If you’re still receiving unwanted pop-ups, you can try disabling notifications altogether. Go to Settings, select System, then Notifications & actions, and toggle off Get notifications from apps and other senders.

Use the Registry Editor to Manage Notifications

Registry Key Description
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Notifications Contains settings for notifications in Windows 10
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Notifications\Settings Stores notification settings for individual apps
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Notifications\Settings\AppName Specific settings for a particular app
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Notifications\Settings\AppName\ShowInActionCenter Determines whether notifications from the app appear in the Action Center

Disable Targeted Advertising and File Explorer Ads

1. Disable targeted advertising: Go to Settings > Privacy > General and turn off the option that says “Let apps use advertising ID to make ads more interesting to you based on your app activity.”

2. Turn off File Explorer ads: Open File Explorer, go to View > Options > Change folder and search options. Under the View tab, uncheck the box that says “Show sync provider notifications.”

Manage Pop-Up Notifications in Web Browsers

In Microsoft Edge, click on the three dots in the top right corner, then Settings. Scroll down and click on View advanced settings. Under “Notifications,” you can manage which sites can show notifications.

For a system-wide approach on Windows 10, go to Settings, then click on System. Click on Notifications & actions to customize how notifications are displayed.

If you want to completely disable pop-up notifications, you can also use the Windows Registry or Group Policy Editor to make changes.

Addressing Persistent App Notification Issues

If you are experiencing persistent app notification issues in Windows 10, there are several steps you can take to stop the pop-ups.

First, check your app settings to see if you can disable notifications for specific applications. This can usually be done within the settings menu of the app itself.

If you are still receiving unwanted notifications, adjust your Windows 10 notification settings. You can do this by going to the Settings app, then selecting System, followed by Notifications & actions. From there, you can customize which apps are allowed to send notifications.

If the above steps do not resolve the issue, you can disable notifications altogether. To do this, go to the Settings app, then select System, followed by Notifications & actions. Toggle off the “Get notifications from apps and other senders” option.

Additionally, you can block notifications from specific websites in your web browser settings. For example, in Google Chrome, you can go to Settings, then Site settings, and select Notifications. From there, you can block specific websites from sending notifications.

FAQ

How do I stop notifications from popping up on my screen?

To stop notifications from popping up on your screen, you can go into your Settings, tap on Notifications, and then select App notifications. From there, choose the specific application you want to adjust the notifications for and turn them on or off as needed.

How do I stop unwanted notifications on my computer?

To stop unwanted notifications on your computer, you can adjust the settings by opening the Start menu, then going to Settings > System > Notifications & Actions. Consider disabling notifications for specific applications that you tend to ignore.

How do I stop pop-ups on my Windows computer?

To stop pop-ups on your Windows computer, you can adjust the notification settings. Simply search for “Notifications” in the Windows 10 search bar and click on Notification & actions settings. From there, you can turn off the setting for Get notifications from apps and other senders and uncheck the bottom three boxes.

How do I turn off random notifications in Windows 10?

To turn off random notifications in Windows 10, go to Start, then select Settings. From there, choose System > Notifications & actions and adjust the settings to your preference. This includes selecting whether to see notifications on the lock screen and turning tips, tricks, and suggestions about Windows on or off.