Chrome notifications stop appearing once you block them in your browser settings or on your operating system
Google Chrome sends notifications for websites you visit, calendar reminders, messages from extensions, and updates from apps you've installed. You can turn these off in three places: inside Chrome itself, in your operating system's notification panel, or site by site as they arrive. Most people find it easiest to disable them all at once in Chrome settings, then add back the few they actually want.
The steps differ slightly between Windows, Mac, and mobile devices, but the principle is the same: you're telling Chrome not to show notifications, and telling your device's operating system not to display them either.
Key Takeaways
- Chrome notifications can be turned off entirely in Chrome Settings under Privacy and Security, which stops all website and extension notifications at once.
- Windows, Mac, and Android each have their own notification settings where you can block Chrome notifications separately from other apps.
- You can also block notifications from individual websites by clicking the lock icon in the address bar and changing the notification permission.
- If you turn off notifications in Chrome but still see them, check your operating system's notification settings — both layers control what you see.
Turn off all Chrome notifications on Windows
Open Chrome and click the three vertical dots in the top right corner. Select Settings, then click Privacy and security in the left sidebar. Find Notifications in the list and click it.
You'll see a toggle next to "Notifications" at the top of the page. Click it to turn notifications off. This stops Chrome from sending notifications to your system, but your Windows notification panel may still show old notifications that arrived before you disabled them.
To clear those out, right-click the Windows notification icon in your system tray (bottom right corner of your screen) and select Notification settings. Scroll down to find Chrome in the list of apps. Click on Chrome and toggle off Allow notifications from this app. This prevents Windows itself from showing Chrome notifications even if Chrome tries to send them.
Turn off all Chrome notifications on Mac
Open Chrome and click the three vertical dots in the top right corner. Select Settings, then click Privacy and security in the left sidebar. Find Notifications and click it.
Click the toggle next to "Notifications" to turn them off. Then go to your Mac's system settings to block Chrome at the operating system level. Click the Apple menu in the top left, select System Settings, then click Notifications in the sidebar.
Scroll down to find Chrome in the list of apps. Click on it and toggle off Allow notifications. This prevents macOS from displaying Chrome notifications on your screen, even if Chrome sends them.
Turn off Chrome notifications on Android and iPhone
On Android, open the Chrome app and tap the three vertical dots in the bottom right corner. Tap Settings, then Notifications. Toggle off Notifications at the top of the screen. Then go to your phone's Settings app, tap Apps or Applications, find Chrome, tap Notifications, and toggle off Allow notifications.
On iPhone, open the Chrome app and tap the three horizontal lines in the bottom right corner. Tap Settings, then Notifications. Toggle off Notifications. Then go to your iPhone's Settings app, scroll down to find Chrome, tap it, tap Notifications, and toggle off Allow Notifications.
Block notifications from specific websites instead of all of them
If you want to keep notifications from some sites but not others, you can control them one at a time. Visit a website that sends notifications. Look for a notification request popup — it usually appears at the top of the page or in a corner. Click Block to refuse that site's notifications.
If you've already allowed a site to send notifications and want to revoke that permission, click the lock icon next to the website's address in the address bar. Find Notifications in the dropdown menu and change it from Allow to Block. The site will no longer send you notifications.
To see all the sites you've given notification permission to, open Chrome Settings, go to Privacy and security, click Site settings, then click Notifications. You'll see two lists: sites you've allowed and sites you've blocked. Click any site in the "Allow" list and change it to "Block".
What to do if notifications still appear after you've turned them off
If you've disabled notifications in Chrome but they still show up, the problem is usually in your operating system's settings, not Chrome. Go back to your Windows, Mac, Android, or iPhone notification settings and make sure Chrome itself is toggled off there. Sometimes notifications from Chrome extensions also bypass the main Chrome notification setting.
To turn off extension notifications, open Chrome and click the three vertical dots, then select More tools and Extensions. Look through your installed extensions and remove any you don't recognize or use. You can also click the three dots next to an extension and select Remove from Chrome. Some extensions send their own notifications even when Chrome notifications are disabled.
Why websites and apps request notification permission
Websites ask for notification permission because notifications are one of the most effective ways to pull your attention back to their site. A news app might send you breaking news alerts. A shopping site might notify you about a sale. A calendar app reminds you of an appointment. Each notification is designed to make you open that app or website.
The permission request appears because browsers require websites to ask before they can send notifications — they can't do it without your consent. Saying "Block" to a notification request doesn't break the website; it just means you won't see those notifications. You can always change your mind later by visiting the site again and allowing notifications, or by changing the permission in your browser settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will turning off Chrome notifications affect my calendar reminders or work messages?
It depends on how those services send notifications. If your calendar or messaging app sends notifications through Chrome's notification system, turning off Chrome notifications will block them. If the app has its own notification system (like Slack's desktop app or Outlook's notification service), those will still work. Check your app's settings to see if it has its own notification controls.
Can I turn off notifications just for one website without blocking all of Chrome?
Yes. When a website asks for notification permission, click Block. If you've already allowed a site, click the lock icon in the address bar, find Notifications, and change it to Block. You can also go to Chrome Settings, Privacy and security, Site settings, Notifications, and manage each site individually.
What's the difference between turning off notifications in Chrome settings and in my operating system?
Chrome settings control whether Chrome tries to send notifications. Your operating system settings control whether your device displays them. You need to turn them off in both places to stop seeing them completely. If you only disable them in Chrome, your system might still show old notifications. If you only disable them in your operating system, Chrome will keep trying to send them.
Do I need to restart Chrome after turning off notifications?
No. Changes to Chrome notification settings take effect when ready. If you've already disabled notifications but they're still appearing, check your operating system's notification settings and make sure Chrome is toggled off there as well.
Will websites know I've blocked their notifications?
Websites can see that you've blocked notifications, but they can't force you to allow them. Some sites might show a message asking you to enable notifications, but you can ignore it. Blocking notifications doesn't affect your ability to use the website.