How To Manage App Notifications On Iphone And Android Devices.

# How To Manage App Notifications On iPhone And Android Devices

## Introduction

In today’s fast-paced world, our smartphones are constantly buzzing with notifications. While these alerts can keep us connected, they can also become overwhelming. Learning how to manage app notifications on your iPhone or Android device can help you regain control and ensure that you only receive alerts that matter to you. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process of managing notifications on both platforms, with easy step-by-step instructions.

## What you need

Before we dive into the steps, make sure you have the following:

- **iPhone**: An iPhone running iOS 12 or later.
- **Android**: An Android device running version 8.0 (Oreo) or later.
- **Apps**: The apps you want to manage notifications for installed on your device.
- **Internet Connection**: Ensure your device is connected to the internet for any app updates.

## Step-by-step

### Managing Notifications on iPhone

1. **Open Settings**: Locate the "Settings" app on your home screen and tap to open it.
   
2. **Notifications**: Scroll down and select "Notifications." Here, you will see a list of all the apps installed on your device.

3. **Select an App**: Tap on the app for which you want to manage notifications. 

4. **Customize Notification Settings**:
   - **Allow Notifications**: Toggle this switch on or off to enable or disable notifications for the app.
   - **Alerts**: Choose the alert style (Banners, Alerts, or None) for when the app sends you notifications.
   - **Sounds**: Select a sound that will play when you receive a notification from this app.
   - **Badges**: Enable or disable the badge icon that appears on the app’s icon.
   - **Show Previews**: Select how you want notifications to appear (Always, When Unlocked, or Never).

5. **Repeat for Other Apps**: Go back to the list of apps and repeat the steps for any other apps you wish to manage.

### Managing Notifications on Android

1. **Open Settings**: Swipe down from the top of your screen to open the Quick Settings menu and tap the gear icon to access the "Settings."

2. **Apps & Notifications**: Choose "Apps & Notifications," then select "See all apps" to view all your installed applications.

3. **Select an App**: Tap on the app you want to manage notifications for.

4. **App Notifications**: Tap on "Notifications." You’ll see a list of notification channels for that app.

5. **Customize Notification Settings**:
   - **Allow Notifications**: Toggle this switch to enable or disable notifications for the app.
   - **Categories**: You may see different categories of notifications (like Messages, Promotions, etc.). Tap on a category to customize settings such as sound, vibration, and importance.
   - **Sound and Vibration**: You can change the notification sound or enable/disable vibration.

6. **Repeat for Other Apps**: Go back to the list of apps and repeat the steps for any other apps you wish to manage.

## Tips

- **Use Do Not Disturb Mode**: Both iPhone and Android have a "Do Not Disturb" feature that silences notifications during specific times. This can be particularly useful at night or during meetings.
  
- **App-Specific Settings**: Some apps have their own notification settings within the app. For instance, social media apps often allow you to customize notification preferences directly in the app settings.

- **Review Regularly**: Periodically review your notification settings, especially after installing new apps. This can help prevent unnecessary distractions.

- **Update Your Apps**: Ensure your apps are up to date for the latest notification features and settings.

## FAQs

### How do I turn off all notifications on my iPhone?

You can turn off all notifications by going to **Settings > Notifications** and toggling off "Allow Notifications" for each app individually. Alternatively, you can enable "Do Not Disturb" mode for a broader approach.

### How do I mute notifications for a specific app on Android?

To mute notifications for a specific app, go to **Settings > Apps & Notifications**, select the app, tap on **Notifications**, and then disable notifications or adjust settings for specific categories.

### Why am I still getting notifications even after turning them off?

Some apps may have internal notification settings that override system settings. Check the app itself for notification preferences.

### Can I customize notification sounds for different apps on my iPhone?

Yes! In the **Notifications** settings for each app, you can select a specific sound for notifications if the app supports it.

### How do I manage notifications for system apps on Android?

Managing notifications for system apps follows the same steps. Go to **Settings > Apps & Notifications**, find the system app, and adjust its notification settings.

## Conclusion

Managing app notifications on your iPhone and Android device can greatly enhance your smartphone experience. By customizing which notifications you receive and how they appear, you can reduce distractions and focus on what’s truly important. Whether you’re looking to silence unnecessary alerts or want to ensure you never miss an important message, the steps provided in this guide will help you take control of your notifications. Happy managing!