Turning off Chrome notifications in Windows 11 can be a bit tricky 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. Kind of weird, but that’s how it works—Windows and Chrome can be like that sometimes.
How to Turn Off Chrome Notifications in Windows 11
Here’s the gist: you really gotta check both Chrome and Windows settings if you want those pesky notifications to vanish. 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 — why it helps is because you’re telling Chrome explicitly to stop asking permission to send notifications. It applies when Chrome keeps asking or when you want to cut off most notifications directly from the browser. Expect fewer prompt dialogs 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, toggling this off resets after a browser restart, so keep an eye out.
Why do this? Because it tells Chrome to stop bothering you with prompt requests. Usually, this stops sites from showing pop-up permission requests, which often are the source of continuous notifications. Not sure why it works, but it’s a pretty reliable move.
Method 2: Tweak Windows Notification Settings
Sometimes, Chrome’s settings aren’t enough if Windows itself is still alerting you. Windows 11’s notification system has its own rules, and it’s quite aggressive if you don’t turn it 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 open Settings.
- Navigate to System and then select Notifications.
- Scroll down to Notifications from apps and other senders.
- Find Google Chrome in the list. If it’s there, toggle it off.
- Alternatively, disable Allow notifications in Windows for Chrome over all, if you want total silence.
This is especially useful if notifications still pop up in your Action Center or as banners after you’ve cleaned Chrome’s permissions. Because of course, Windows has to make it harder than necessary.
Pro tip: Sometimes, Windows will still show notifications even if you turn off permissions, especially if you have ‘Focus Assist’ or ‘Do Not Disturb’ modes active. Double-check those modes if notifications persist.
Method 3: Check Chrome extensions or system overrides
On some setups, extensions might override settings or cause notifications to pop up unexpectedly. Extensions like “uBlock Origin” or other ad-blockers sometimes meddle with notifications or could even be configured to block certain alert types. It’s worth disabling suspect extensions if notifications persist.
Also, on some systems, permissions stored locally can get out of sync. Clearing cache or resetting site settings might be worth a shot — go back into Site Settings and clear site data for problematic sites.
Because of course, Windows has to make it harder than necessary. But messing around with these settings usually fixes that annoying nagging behavior.
Tips for Managing Chrome Notifications in Windows 11
- Consider blocking notifications for specific sites if you still want some alerts — just add them under Allow instead of disabling all.
- Check the permissions list periodically; sites tend to come back if you don’t keep an eye on it.
- Use “Focus Assist” or “Do Not Disturb” mode during critical work if you just want everything silenced for a bit.
- Ensure Chrome is up-to-date — sometimes, new versions handle permissions better.
- Extensions can help, but only if you pick the right ones and keep an eye on their behaviors.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I turn notifications back on?
Just reverse the steps: toggle the permission in Chrome’s Site Settings, then check Windows’ notification settings and switch Chrome back on.
Can I selectively allow notifications from some sites?
Yep. In Chrome’s Notifications settings, click Add next to Allowed to send notifications and pick trusted sites. Keeps the spam down but still lets the important stuff through.
Why do I keep getting notifications after turning them off?
This can happen if you forget to disable notifications in Windows, or if an extension or system update overrides your settings. Double-check both Chrome’s site permissions and Windows’ notification list. Sometimes a quick reboot helps too.
Are there extensions that help with notifications?
Absolutely. Extensions like “uBlock Origin” can block some notifications, and others are designed to manage or hide pop-ups better. But beware, they can sometimes backfire or cause conflicts.
Will turning off notifications break anything in Chrome?
Not really. It just stops those pop-ups and prompts, but you’ll still get updates when visiting sites normally. Basically, it’s just about shutting down unwanted interruptions.
Summary
- Check Chrome’s Site Settings and toggle off “Sites can ask to send notifications.”
- Adjust Windows notifications by going to Settings > System > Notifications and disabling Chrome.
- Keep an eye on extensions or overlays that could override your preferences.
Conclusion
Fingers crossed, these steps clear out those annoying Chrome notifications in Windows 11. It’s kind of a pain jumping between settings, but once it’s done, browsing stays quiet. The key is making sure both Chrome and Windows are on the same page. Sometimes, a reboot or just rechecking things is all it takes. Just something that worked on multiple machines. Hopefully this shaves off a few hours for someone.