Turning off Chrome notifications in Windows 11 can be a bit of a hassle if you don’t know where to look. It’s not just about messing around in Chrome’s settings; Windows’ own notification settings play a big role here. Sometimes, even when you disable notifications in Chrome, some pop-ups still sneak through because Windows itself is still set to alert you. Fair dinkum, it’s a bit weird, but that’s how it goes—Windows and Chrome can be a bit stubborn sometimes.
How to Turn Off Chrome Notifications in Windows 11
Here’s the deal: you really gotta check both Chrome and Windows settings if you want those annoying notifications to stop. Let’s go step-by-step, because on some setups, just toggling in Chrome isn’t enough, especially if Windows is running its own notification rules.
Method 1: Disable site notifications directly in Chrome
This is the no-brainer — it tells Chrome explicitly to stop asking for permission to send notifications. Good if Chrome keeps prompting or if you want to cut out most notifications straight from the browser. Expect fewer pop-up permission requests and less clutter.
- Open Chrome, then click the three dots in the top right corner.
- Select Settings.
- Scroll down and click on Privacy and security in the left sidebar.
- Next, click Site Settings.
- Under Permissions, find and click Notifications.
- Toggle off Sites can ask to send notifications. On some machines, this might reset after a browser restart, so keep an eye out.
Why bother? Because it tells Chrome to stop bothering you with permission prompts. Usually, this stops sites from showing pop-up requests, which often are the source of non-stop notifications. No one’s really sure why it works, but it’s a handy trick.
Method 2: Tweak Windows Notification Settings
If Chrome’s settings aren’t cutting it, maybe Windows is still having a lend. Windows 11 has its own notification rules, and it’s pretty pushy if you don’t turn things off. This applies if you’re still getting alerts from Chrome or other apps even after you’ve disabled permissions in Chrome.
- Click on Start menu, then go to Settings.
- Head to System and select Notifications.
- Scroll down to Notifications from apps and other senders.
- Look for Google Chrome in the list. If it’s there, flick the switch off.
- Or, turn off Allow notifications in Windows for Chrome altogether, if you want a complete silence.
This one’s especially handy if notifications are still popping up in your Action Center or as banners after you’ve adjusted Chrome’s permissions. Because, of course, Windows has to make it a bit tricky.
Pro tip: Sometimes, Windows will still show notifications even if you’ve turned them off, especially if you’ve got ‘Focus Assist’ or ‘Do Not Disturb’ modes active. Double-check those modes if alerts still pop up.
Method 3: Check Chrome extensions or system overrides
On some setups, extensions might interfere or cause notifications to pop up unexpectedly. Extensions like “uBlock Origin” or other ad-blockers sometimes mess with notifications or could be set up to block certain alerts. If notifications keep coming, try disabling any suspicious extensions.
Also, on some systems, permissions stored locally can get out of sync. Clearing cache or resetting site settings might do the trick — jump into Site Settings and clear data for troublesome sites.
Sure, Windows can be a bit fiddly, but messing with these settings usually sorts out the annoyance.
Tips for Managing Chrome Notifications in Windows 11
- If you want some alerts, block notifications for specific sites instead of turning them all off — just add them under Allow.
- Keep an eye on the permissions list; sites can sometimes sneak back in if you’re not careful.
- Use “Focus Assist” or “Do Not Disturb” mode during important work if you want everything quiet for a bit.
- Make sure Chrome is up-to-date — newer versions handle permissions better.
- Extensions can help but pick them wisely and watch how they behave.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I turn notifications back on?
Just flip the switches back: enable permissions in Chrome’s Site Settings, then check Windows’ notification settings and turn Chrome back on.
Can I selectively allow notifications from some sites?
Absolutely. In Chrome’s Notifications settings, click Add next to Allowed to send notifications and pick trusted sites. Keeps the spam out but still gets the good stuff.
Why do I keep getting notifications after turning them off?
This can happen if you forgot to disable notifications in Windows, or if an extension or update overrides your settings. Double-check both Chrome’s permissions and Windows’ notification list. Sometimes, a quick restart does the trick.
Are there extensions that help with notifications?
Yeah, extensions like “uBlock Origin” can block some notifications, and others can help manage or hide pop-ups. Just be careful — they can sometimes cause conflicts.
Will turning off notifications mess anything up in Chrome?
Nope. It just stops those annoying pop-ups, but Chrome will still tell you when there’s an update or if a site needs your attention. Basically, it’s about cutting out the interruptions.
Summary
- Check Chrome’s Site Settings and switch off “Sites can ask to send notifications.”
- Adjust Windows notifications in Settings > System > Notifications and disable Chrome if needed.
- Keep an eye on extensions or overlays that might override your preferences.
Conclusion
Hopefully, these tips sort out those annoying Chrome notifications in Windows 11. It can be a bit fiddly jumping between settings, but once it’s done, browsing stays nice and quiet. The key is making sure both Chrome and Windows are on the same page. Sometimes, a reboot or just having a squiz at the settings again does the trick. This approach’s worked on a few machines, so hopefully it helps you out too. Cheers!