How to remove annoying Telegram notification bubbles on Android: all working methods

Floating notification bubbles Telegram is one of the most controversial features of the messenger on Android. On the one hand, they allow you to quickly respond to messages without opening the application. On the other hand, icons constantly hanging on the screen are annoying, interfere with work, and sometimes even overlap important elements of the interface of other apps. The problem is especially acute on smartphones with small screens or non-standard shells like MIUI i EMUI, where bubbles can behave unpredictably.

In this article we will analyze all current ways to disable Telegram bubbles from standard messenger settings to system tricks for advanced users. You will learn how to remove notifications on clean Androiddevices Samsung, Xiaomi, Huawei and other brands, as well as what to do if bubbles continue to appear despite all the manipulations. We will separately consider cases when the problem is related to cache errorsapplication conflicts or firmware features.

Before proceeding with the settings, check the version of yours Telegram —in older builds (up to 9.0), some of the options described below may be missing. Also remember that some methods require administrator rights or USB debuggingwhich may affect the security of the device. If you are not sure of your actions, use only the official settings of the messenger.

1. Disabling bubbles in Telegram settings

The most obvious and safest way is to use the built-in messenger options. The developers Telegram provided users with flexible notification settings, including bubble management. Here's how to do it:

1. Open Telegram and tap on three horizontal lines in the upper left corner (menu).

2. Select item Settings (icon gears).

3. Go to the section Notifications and sounds.

4. Scroll down to the block Floating notifications and click on it.

5. In the menu that opens, select Never or Only when the screen is locked (if you want to leave minimal functionality).

On some firmware (for example, MIUI 14+) this path may be different: instead of Floating notifications look for Pop-up windows or Quick replies. If the option is missing at all, it means that your version is outdated or modified (for example, has a different interface). Telegram outdated or modified (for example, Telegram X has a different interface).

Important nuance: even after disabling bubbles in the settings Telegram they may continue to appear if activated in the system global permissions for pop-up windows. More on this in the next section.

2. Setting up system permissions for Telegram

Android provides applications with the ability to show on top of all windows - this is called permission SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW. Telegram uses it to display bubbles, and sometimes this permission remains active even after disabling the option in the messenger itself. To completely block bubbles, you need to revoke this permission:

1. Open Settings your smartphone.

2. Go to section Applications (or Applications and notifications).

3. Find Telegram in the list and tap on it.

4. Select Permissions → Advanced (on some firmware the path may be others: Special access → Show on top of other windows).

5. Disable the switch Allow display on top of others applications.

On Samsung (shell One UI) the path will be like this: Settings → Applications → Telegram → Permissions → Show on top of other applications. On Xiaomi (MIUI) look for: Settings → Applications → Manage applications → Telegram → Other permissions → Show on top of other windows.

Warning: revoking permission SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW may affect other functions Telegram, such as displaying incoming calls or quickly responding to messages from the notification panel If you need. these options, use alternative methods from the following sections.

3. Specific settings for different Android shells

Smartphone manufacturers often modify Androidby adding their own notification management functions. This means that on Xiaomi, Huawei or Samsung standard methods may not work. Below are instructions for popular shells.

3.1. Xiaomi (MIUI)

On devices Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO bubbles Telegram are often duplicated by system pop-ups windows. To turn them off:

1. Open Settings → Notifications and status bar → Manage notifications.

2. Find Telegram in the list and tap on it.

3. Turn off the switch for Floating notifications.

4. Go back and go to Advanced → Floating notificationsthen disable the option for Telegram.

3.2. Samsung (One UI)

On smartphones Samsung the path will be as follows:

1. Settings → Notifications → Additional settings → Floating notifications.

2. Find Telegram and turn off the slider.

3. Also check the section Settings → Applications → Telegram → Notifications → Notification categories and disable Floating.

3.3. Huawei (EMUI/HarmonyOS)

On devices Huawei and Honor:

1. Settings → Notifications → Manage application notifications.

2. Select Telegram and disable Floating notifications and Pop-up windows.

3. Additionally check Settings → Applications → Telegram → Permissions → Show on top of other windows.

Why are there bubbles on Xiaomi return after updating MIUI?

After major shell updates (for example, from MIUI 13 to MIUI 14), some system permissions are reset. This is due to Xiaomi's security policy, which overrides notification settings to "optimize performance". To avoid the problem, manually check permissions for Telegram after updating.

Shell	Path to settings	Additional actions
Clean Android	Settings → Applications → Telegram → Notifications → Floating	Clear cache applications
MIUI (Xiaomi)	Settings → Notifications → Manage notifications → Telegram → Pop-up	Disable "Show on top of other windows" in permissions
One UI (Samsung)	Settings → Notifications → Advanced → Floating notifications	Check notification categories in Telegram settings
EMUI (Huawei)	Settings → Notifications → Manage notifications → Telegram → Floating	Disable "Pop-up windows" in permissions

4. Using ADB to force bubbles to disable

If standard methods do not help, you can use USB debugging (ADB) a tool for advanced users. This method allows you to block bubbles at the system level, but requires connecting the smartphone to the computer and installing Android SDK Platform-Tools.

Here are step-by-step guide:

1. Enable developer mode on the smartphone: Settings → About phone → Build number (tap 7 times).

2. Return to Settings → System → For Developers and activate USB Debugging.

3. Connect your smartphone to the PC, open Command line (or Terminal on Mac/Linux) and enter:

   adb devices

   If the device is displayed in the list, run:

   adb shell pm revoke org.telegram.messenger android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW

This command permanently revokes Telegram's permission to display on top of other windows, but may lead to some messenger functions not working (for example, inbox calls). To return the permission, use:

adb shell pm grant org.telegram.messenger android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW

5. Alternative methods: disabling notifications completely or through third-party applications

If bubbles Telegram cannot be removed using standard methods, you can take drastic measures or use third-party tools. Let's consider both options.

5.1. Completely disabling Telegram notifications

If bubbles are critically disturbing, and other methods do not help, you can completely disable notifications from the messenger:

1. V Telegram: Settings → Notifications and sounds → Notifications → disable all switches.

2. In the system: Settings → Applications → Telegram → Notifications → disable Show notifications.

The disadvantage of this method is obvious: you will not receive notifications about new messages. In order not to miss important notifications, you can leave sound signals or vibration, turning off only visual elements. none notifications about new messages. To ensure you don't miss important notifications, you can leave sound alerts or vibration on and turn off only the visual elements.

5.2. Applications for blocking notifications

There are utilities that allow you to flexibly manage notifications, including blocking bubbles. For example: Google Play There are utilities that allow you to flexibly manage notifications, including blocking bubbles. For example:

• 🔹 Notification History Log —keeps a log of notifications and allows you to disable them selectively.
• 🔹 AutoNotification (requires Tasker)—advanced notification management according to rules.
• 🔹 Notisave —saves notifications and allows you to hide them from the status bar.

Warning: Third-party notification management apps require you to provide special permissions (for example, Notification Listener), which may pose a privacy risk. Install only proven utilities with a high rating and a large number of reviews.

6. Radical measures: disabling via root or modified firmware

If you use a smartphone with root access or custom firmware (for example, LineageOS), you have additional options to combat bubbles. These methods are only suitable for experienced users, since incorrect actions can lead to Telegram. These methods are only suitable for experienced users, as incorrect actions can lead to system inoperability.

6.1. Editing system files (requires root)

Using a file manager with root access (for example, Root Explorer or Solid Explorer), you can edit settings Telegram at the system level:

1. Open file /data/data/org.telegram.messenger/shared_prefs/NotificationsPrefs.xml.

2. Find the line with the parameter bubbles_enabled and change the value from true to false.

3. Save the file and reboot the smartphone.

6.2. Using the Xposed Framework

If your device has Xposed Frameworkinstalled, you can use the module NotifyClean or Xposed Edge, which allows you to block notifications selectively. For example, in NotifyClean:

1. Activate the module in Xposed Installer.

2. Open NotifyClean and add Telegram to the black list.

3. Select the blocking type: Floating notifications or All notifications.

⚠️ Attention: the use of root access and modified firmware may disrupt the operation of Google Pay, banking applications and other services that require SafetyNet. Before making changes, make a backup copy of your data.

7. What to do if the bubbles continue to appear?

If you have tried all the methods, but the bubbles Telegram persistently return, the problem may lie deeper. Here's what else you can do:

• 🔄 Reinstall Telegram: uninstall the messenger, clear its data in Settings → Applications → Telegram → Memory → Clear all data, then install again.
• 📱 Check the power saving settings: on some firmware (for example, MIUI) Telegram may not work correctly if battery optimization mode is enabled for it. Disable it in Settings → Applications → Telegram → Battery.
• 🛠️ Update the firmware: manufacturers regularly release patches that fix bugs with notifications. Check for updates in Settings → System → Software update.
• 🤖 Reset notification settings: helps on some devices reset all notification settings to factory settings. To do this, go to Settings → System → Reset settings → Reset notification settings.

If the problem persists, it may be related to application conflictFor example, Some launchers (for example Nova Launcher or Action Launcher) or optimization utilities (for example Greenify) may interfere with notifications. Try temporarily disabling third-party applications to identify the culprit.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about Telegram bubbles on Android

Is it possible to disable bubbles only for certain chats?

Yes, but not through the bubble settings Instead:

1. Open the desired chat in Telegram.

2. Tap the chat name at the top → Notifications.

3. Select Without. sound or set up custom alerts. This will not turn off the bubbles completely, but will make them less intrusive.

To completely disable bubbles only for individual chats, you will need third-party utilities like AutoNotification (c Tasker).

Why did bubbles appear again after the Telegram update?

Messenger updates sometimes reset user notification settings. This is due to the fact that which Telegram overrides permissions when installing a new version. To avoid the problem:

• Before updating, make a backup copy of your settings via Settings → Chat-backup.
• After updating, manually check your bubble settings and system permissions.

Is it safe to use ADB to disable bubbles?

Yes, if you follow the instructions and do not perform other commands. Revoking permission SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW will not damage the system, but may limit functionality Telegram (for example, it will disable incoming call pop-ups to return everything). back, just re-issue permission via ADB or manually in the application settings.

Important: Do not use ADB commands from unreliable sources - they may contain malicious code.

Is there a difference between bubbles and pop-up notifications?

Yes, these are different types of notifications:

• Bubbles —floating chat icons that remain on the screen until you close them. They appear only in Android 10+.
• Pop-ups —short-term windows with message text that disappear after a few seconds. Configured separately in Settings → Notifications and sounds → Pop-up notifications.

On some firmware (for example, MIUI) these terms can be used interchangeably, which creates confusion.

Can Telegram bubbles affect the performance of a smartphone?

The bubbles themselves consume minimal resources, but if they appear too often (for example, in active group chats), they can:

• Increase battery consumption due to constant activity Telegram.
• Call slowdowns interface on weak devices (for example, with 2–3 GB of RAM).
• Conflict with other applications that use SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW (for example, messengers or launchers).

If you notice a decrease in performance, try disabling bubbles and clearing the cache Telegram.