Intrusive Push notifications on Android can turn using a smartphone into a real nightmare: constant beeps, flashing banners and vibration distract from work, drain the battery and even affect your mental state. According to research University of California, users check notifications on average 74 times a day —and 80% of them do not provide any value.

Fortunately, Android provides several levels of control over notifications - from completely disabling to fine-tuning for individual applications. In this article you will find 7 working methodsincluding hidden features for advanced users, as well as instructions for specific brands (Samsung, Xiaomi, Huawei/Honor). We will look at not only the standard settings, but also ways to block notifications at the system level, which work even for the most intrusive services.

1. Completely disabling all notifications through the Android settings

The most radical way is Global shutdown all notifications. This is suitable for those who want to get rid of any interruptions, except calls and SMS. It is important to understand that after this setting, you will not receive even important notifications (for example, about low battery or security updates).

Instructions for Android 10-14:

  1. Open Settings → Notifications.
  2. Tap on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Notification settings.
  3. Find the option Disable all notifications (on some firmware - Do not disturb in mode Always).
  4. Confirm the action.
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If the "Disable all" option is missing, use the mode Do not disturb with setting No exceptions and activation on unlimited period.

On Samsung One UI the path is a little different:

  • 📱 Settings → Notifications → Advanced → "Not" mode disturb"
  • 🔕 Select Always and disable all exceptions
  • 🔒 Block access to notifications for all applications manually (see next section)
⚠️ Attention: This method does not block system warnings about overheating, critical charge levels or OS failures. To disable them, you will need root access root access.

2. Selectively disabling notifications for specific applications

Most users do not need to disable notifications - just remove them. annoying notifications from individual applications. For example, games, social networks or news aggregators often send useless Push messages. all notifications - just remove annoying notifications from individual applications. For example, games, social networks or news aggregators often send useless Push messages.

How to do it:

  1. Press the notification from the desired application with your finger and swipe left/right (depending on the firmware).
  2. Click ⚙ Settings (or Management).
  3. Disable the switch Allow notifications.
  4. For thin tap settings Notification categories and disable unnecessary types (for example, "Promotions" or "News").

Alternative path through settings:

  • 📱 Settings → Applications → [Select application] → Notifications
  • 🔔 Disable the main switch or specific categories
  • 📵 On some devices (Xiaomi MIUI) there is an option Important notifications —it can also be deactivated

Make sure that the application does not send critical alerts (bank transactions, two-factor authentication)

Check if there are alternative notification channels (email, SMS)

Save important data from the application (for example, confirmation codes)

Disable autorun the application in the background (saves battery)

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On Huawei/Honor (EMUI) additionally you can:

  1. Go to Settings → Notifications → Notification Center.
  2. Tap on Notification style and select Minimalistic —this hides the contents of the banners.
  3. Enable Collapse notifications for privacy.

3. Using Do Not Disturb mode with flexible settings

Function Do not disturb (Do Not Disturb) allows you to temporarily or permanently block notifications, while maintaining the ability to receive important notifications. This is an ideal option for sleep, work or. meetings.

How to set up on pure Android (Pixel, Motorola, Nokia):

  • 🔕 Settings → Sound → Do not disturb
  • 🕒 Select a schedule (for example, from 23:00 to 7:00)
  • 📵 In the section Exceptions leave only Calls and Repeats calls
  • 🔔 Disable Visual interruptions and Sound alerts

Additional ones are available options: Samsung One UI Additional options available:

  • 🌙 Mode Good night with automatic screen dimming
  • 📱 Ability to create several profiles (for example, “Work”, “Leisure”)
  • 🔇 Function Hide notifications on the lock screen
📊 How often are you distracted by notifications?
Constantly (more than 20 times a day)
Often (5-10 times a day)
Sometimes (1-2 times a day)
Almost never
Manufacturer Path to Do Not Disturb settings Unique features
Google Pixel Settings → Sound → Do not disturb Automatic turn on according to schedule, exceptions for contacts
Samsung Settings → Notifications → Do not disturb Profiles for different scenarios, integration with Bixby
Xiaomi Settings → Sound and vibration → Do not disturb Meeting mode, blocking notifications from unknown sources
Huawei Settings → Sound → Do disturb Separate setting for game mode, priority contacts
⚠️ Attention: On some devices (Xiaomi Redmi, POCO) Do Not Disturb mode may conflict with the function Second spaceBefore setting, check if you are using duplicate ones. profiles.

4. Blocking notifications from browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Opera)

Many users encounter pop-up notifications from siteswhich appear even when the browser is closed. These Push messages are configured via the API. Web Push and require separate disabling.

For Google Chrome:

  1. Open the browser and go to ⋮ → Settings → Site settings → Notifications.
  2. In the list, find sites with permission Allowed and tap on them.
  3. Select Block or Delete (for complete removal permissions).
  4. Go back and turn off the main switch Sites may ask for permission to send notifications.

For Mozilla Firefox:

  • 🦊 Enter in the address bar about:preferences#privacy
  • 🔔 Scroll to the section Permissions and click Settings... next to Notifications
  • 🗑️ Remove all sites from the list or set their status Block

Hidden function: Chrome can be completely disabled Web Push via flags:

  1. Enter in the address bar chrome://flags.
  2. Find flag Enable web push.
  3. Set the value Disabled and restart the browser.
What to do if notifications continue to arrive?

If after disconnecting notifications from the site continue to appear, check:

1. Browser cache — clear the data via Settings → Applications → Chrome → Memory

2. Service Worker —in Chrome, go to the problematic site, open DevTools (F12) → Application → Service Workers and click Unregister

3. Google Push service —some notifications arrive via Google Play Services. Disable synchronization in Settings → Accounts → Google → Account synchronization

5. Disabling system notifications (updates, recommendations, advertising)

Android not only shows notifications from applications, but also generates its own: OS updates, recommendations Google Discover, advertising from the manufacturer. They can also be disabled.

For system updates:

  • 📱 Settings → System → System update
  • 🔄 Disable Automatic download i Update notifications
  • 📵 On Samsung additionally disable Auto-installation at night

For Google recommendations:

  • 🔍 Press a notification from Google (for example, "Weather in your city")
  • 🔔 Press Disable recommendations or go c Settings → Google → Assistant notifications
  • 📵 Disable all unnecessary categories (News, Weather, Sport)

On devices Xiaomi, Realme, Oppo there are often advertising notifications from the manufacturer. To remove them:

  1. Go to Settings → About phone.
  2. Tap 7 times on MIUI Version (or a similar item) to activate Developer Mode.
  3. Return to Settings → Advanced → Accessibility → Advertising Notifications.
  4. Disable all switches related to MSA (Mi System Ads) or Personalized ads.

6. Advanced methods: ADB and root access

If standard methods do not help (for example, some applications ignore settings), you can use Developer tools. These methods require technical skills and may lead to system instability.

Disable notifications via ADB (without root):

  1. Activate USB debugging in Settings → About phone → Build number (tap 7 times) → Developer settings.
  2. Connect your phone to the PC and run command: 
    adb shell pm grant com.android.systemui android.permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS
  3. To block notifications from a specific package (for example, com.facebook.katana for Facebook): 
    adb shell cmd notification allow_list -p com.facebook.katana --disable all

With rights root additional options are available:

  • 🛠️ Usage Xposed Framework with module Notifications Off
  • 📱 Editing a file /system/build.prop (adding a line ro.config.nocheckin=1 to block system alerts)
  • 🔧 Applications like AppOps or NotifyClean for deep settings
⚠️ Attention: Using ADB or root may disrupt the operation of some functions (for example, Google Pay or banking applications) and void the warranty. Before experiments, create a backup copy using TWRP or standard system tools.
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ADB commands are temporary - after rebooting or updating the system, you will have to perform them again. For a permanent effect, root or an automatic script via Tasker.

7 is required. Alternative solutions: third-party applications and automation

If manual settings are too complex, you can use specialized utilities. They offer additional features such as:

  • 📵 Keyword blocking (for example, filter all notifications with the word "promotion")
  • 🕒 Delayed delivery (show notifications only at certain times)
  • 🔄 Automatic deletion old notifications

Best applications for managing notifications:

Application Functions Required root?
Notification History Log Log of all notifications, blocking by regular expressions No
AutoNotification (plugin for Tasker) Creating rules for filtering, redirecting notifications No (but needed purchase)
NotifyClean Bulk removal of notifications, blacklist of applications No
Blokada Blocking advertising notifications at the DNS level No (but there is a premium version)

Automation example via Tasker:

  1. Install Tasker and the plugin AutoNotification.
  2. Create a task with the condition Event → Notification.
  3. Add a filter by application (for example, com.instagram.android).
  4. Select as an action AutoNotification → Cancel.

For users Samsung a useful application Good Lock (official from Samsung), which allows:

  • 🎨 Customize the appearance of notifications
  • 🔕 Create rules for automatic mute at a certain time
  • 📱 Group notifications by category

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about Push notifications on Android

Is it possible to turn off notifications only on the lock screen, leaving them in the curtain?

Yes, for this:

  1. Go to Settings → Notifications → On the lock screen.
  2. Select Do not show notifications or Hide content (depending on the firmware).

On Samsung This option is called Notification style on the lock screen.

Why do notifications continue to arrive after disabling?

Possible reasons:

  • 🔄 The application was updated and reset the settings (check permissions again).
  • 📱 Notifications come through Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) - they are blocked only by root or ADB.
  • 🔗 The application uses Web Push via the browser (disable in the Chrome/Firefox settings).
  • 🔄 System notifications from Google Play Services (disabled via Settings → Applications → Google Play Services → Notifications).
How to turn off notifications about new messages in instant messengers, but leave sound?

In most messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram, Viber) you can:

  1. Open a chat or group.
  2. Tap on the name of the interlocutor/group → Notifications.
  3. Disable Pop-up notificationsbut leave Sound and Vibration.

V Telegram can additionally be configured Silent mode for specific chats.

Is there a way to turn off notifications for all applications except selected ones?

Yes, this is done through mode Do not disturb with exceptions:

  1. Activate Do not disturb (see section 3).
  2. In the mode settings, select Exceptions → Applications.
  3. Add only necessary applications to the list of allowed applications (for example, Phone, Messages, Gmail).

On Xiaomi a similar function is called Priority mode.

Is it possible to return something accidentally deleted notification?

If a notification has been deleted from the curtain, it is impossible to restore it using standard means. However:

  • 🔍 Applications like Notification History Log or Notisave keep a notification log (preliminary configuration is required).
  • 📱 On Samsung with One UI 3.1+ there is a built-in Notification log (Settings → Notifications → Advanced → Notification history).
  • 🔄 For some system notifications (for example, about missed calls) information is duplicated in Call Log.