If you’re an avid Facebook user, you know that notifications can quickly become overwhelming. Whether it’s a friend request, a comment on a post, or a notification about a new group, the constant stream of alerts can be distracting and annoying. Fortunately, there are several ways to stop Facebook notifications on Android. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to silence those notifications and restore peace to your phone.
The first step is to open the Facebook app on your Android device. Once you’re in the app, tap on the three horizontal lines in the bottom right corner of the screen. This will open a menu where you can access your settings. From there, scroll down and select “Notifications.” You’ll now see a list of different types of notifications that you can receive from Facebook. To disable a type of notification, simply tap on the toggle switch next to it.
In addition to disabling specific types of notifications, you can also control how and when you receive them. For example, you can choose to only receive notifications for important events, or you can set a time period during which notifications will be silenced. To do this, tap on the “Notification Settings” option within the Notifications menu. Here, you can customize your notification preferences to find a balance that works for you. Remember to regularly review your notification settings and make adjustments as needed to keep your notifications under control.
Disable All Notifications
If you want to stop receiving any notifications from Facebook on your Android device, you can disable all notifications in the app’s settings. To do this:
- Open the Facebook app on your Android device.
- Tap the three horizontal lines in the bottom right corner of the screen.
- Scroll down and tap “Settings & Privacy”.
- Tap “Settings”.
- Scroll down and tap “Notifications”.
- Tap “Notification Settings”.
- Toggle the “All Notifications” switch to the “Off” position.
Once you have disabled all notifications, you will no longer receive any notifications from Facebook on your Android device.
However, if you only want to disable certain types of notifications, you can do so by following the instructions in the other sections of this article.
Notifications for Specific Things
You can also disable notifications for specific things in the Facebook app, such as posts from friends, comments on your posts, or event reminders. To do this:
| Notification Type | How to Disable |
|---|---|
| Posts from friends | Tap “Posts” in the “Notifications” menu. Then, tap the “Edit” button and deselect the types of posts you want to receive notifications for. |
| Comments on your posts | Tap “Comments” in the “Notifications” menu. Then, tap the “Edit” button and deselect the types of comments you want to receive notifications for. |
| Event reminders | Tap “Events” in the “Notifications” menu. Then, tap the “Edit” button and deselect the types of event reminders you want to receive notifications for. |
Mute Specific People
If you only want to silence notifications from a particular person or group, you can do so by muting them. This will prevent their posts, comments, and tags from appearing in your notifications feed.
To mute someone on Facebook for Android:
1. Open the Facebook app and navigate to the person’s profile.
2. Tap the three dots icon in the top right corner of their profile.
3. Select “Mute” from the menu.
4. Choose how long you want to mute them for: 24 hours, 7 days, 30 days, or indefinitely.
You can also mute notifications from groups in a similar way. Simply navigate to the group’s page, tap the three dots icon, and select “Mute” from the menu.
If you later decide you want to unmute someone or a group, you can do so by following the same steps and selecting “Unmute” from the menu.
| Mute Duration | Description |
|---|---|
| 24 hours | Notifications will be muted for the next 24 hours. |
| 7 days | Notifications will be muted for the next 7 days. |
| 30 days | Notifications will be muted for the next 30 days. |
| Indefinitely | Notifications will be muted until you manually unmute them. |
Snooze Notifications
If you’re temporarily overwhelmed by notifications, you can snooze them for a set period of time. Here’s how:
| Steps |
|---|
| Open the Facebook app on your Android device. |
| Tap the three horizontal lines in the bottom-right corner. |
| Select “Settings & Privacy.” |
| Tap “Notifications.” |
| Under “Notification Settings,” select “Snooze Notifications.” |
| Choose the duration you want to snooze notifications for (15 minutes, 1 hour, 8 hours, or 24 hours). |
| Tap “Snooze.” |
During the snooze period, you won’t receive any notifications from Facebook. When the snooze period expires, notifications will resume as usual.
Customize Notification Settings
In addition to snoozing notifications, you can also customize which notifications you receive and how they’re delivered. To customize notification settings:
| Steps |
|---|
| Tap the three horizontal lines in the bottom-right corner. |
| Select “Settings & Privacy.” |
| Tap “Notifications.” |
| Under “Notification Settings,” tap on the notification type you want to customize. |
| Configure the notification settings according to your preferences. |
By customizing notification settings, you can control the frequency and delivery of notifications to better suit your needs.
Use Notification Filters
Facebook’s notification filters provide granular control over what notifications you receive. To access them:
1. Tap on the Notifications icon at the bottom of the Facebook app.
2. Tap on the Settings icon in the top right corner.
3. Tap on “Notification Settings.”
4. Under “Filters,” you can customize your notification preferences by type, sender, and keyword.
You can fine-tune your filter settings by:
• Notification Type:
Choose the specific type of notifications you want to receive, such as posts, comments, or friend requests.
• Sender:
Specify which individuals or groups you want to be notified about. You can choose from your friends list, pages you follow, or groups you’re a member of.
• Keyword:
Enter a specific keyword or phrase to filter notifications that contain those words. For example, you could filter out notifications related to a particular hashtag or event.
Adjust App Settings
To adjust Facebook’s app settings and disable notifications on Android:
- Open the Facebook app on your Android device.
- Tap on the three horizontal lines in the bottom right corner.
- Select “Settings & Privacy”.
- Tap on “Settings”.
- Under “Notifications”, tap on “Push”.
- Toggle off the switch next to “Allow Push Notifications”.
Notification Categories
In the “Push” settings, you can also customize which types of notifications you want to receive:
- All notifications: This will disable all notifications from Facebook.
- Only important notifications: This will only send you notifications about important events, such as friend requests, messages, and event reminders.
- Custom: This allows you to select specific types of notifications that you want to receive.
Managing Notification Channels
In addition to adjusting push notifications, you can also manage notification channels for different aspects of the Facebook app:
- Messages: Control notifications for direct messages and group chats.
- Friends: Receive notifications about friend requests, birthdays, and other friend-related events.
- Events: Get notified about upcoming events, invitations, and reminders.
Clear App Data
Clearing the Facebook app data will reset the app to its default settings, removing all notifications. This method is more drastic than the previous ones, but it can be effective if other methods have failed.
To clear the Facebook app data, follow these steps:
- Open the “Settings” app on your Android device.
- Tap on “Apps & notifications”.
- Find and tap on the “Facebook” app.
- Tap on “Storage & cache”.
- Tap on the “Clear data” button.
Once you have cleared the Facebook app data, you will need to re-login to the app. You will also need to re-enable any notifications that you want to receive.
Additional Information
Clearing the Facebook app data will also remove the following information:
| Type of Information | Description |
|---|---|
| Saved login credentials | Your username and password will be removed, and you will need to re-enter them to log in. |
| Saved preferences | Any settings that you have customized, such as your privacy settings or notification preferences, will be reset to their default values. |
| Downloaded content | Any videos, photos, or other content that you have downloaded from Facebook will be removed. |
If you are unsure whether or not you want to clear the Facebook app data, it is recommended that you try the other methods first. However, if you are experiencing persistent notification issues, clearing the app data may be the best solution.
Check App Permissions
Notifications can be annoying, especially if they come from apps you don’t use very often. If you’re tired of getting notifications from Facebook, you can disable them in the app’s settings. Here’s how to do it:
1. Open the Facebook app on your Android device.
2. Tap the three lines in the bottom right corner of the screen.
3. Scroll down and tap “Settings & Privacy”.
4. Tap “Settings”.
5. Tap “Notifications”.
6. Under “Notification Settings”, tap “Push Notifications”.
7. Here, you can disable notifications for specific types of activities, such as posts from friends, group updates, or event invitations. You can also disable all notifications by toggling the “Push Notifications” switch to the off position.
Once you’ve made your changes, tap “Save Changes” at the bottom of the screen. You will no longer receive notifications from Facebook.
| Permission |
|---|
| Access to your notifications |
| Access to your contacts |
| Access to your photos and videos |
How to Stop Facebook Notifications on Android
Use a Third-Party App
Easily control Facebook notifications without interfering with your phone’s settings. Here are some popular third-party apps to consider:
| App | Features |
|---|---|
| NotiBlock | Blocks notifications from specific apps, including Facebook |
| MacroDroid | Automates tasks, allowing you to mute Facebook notifications during certain times or locations |
| Tasker | Powerful automation tool that enables advanced control over notifications, including temporarily disabling them |
| Notification Buddy | Customizes notification behavior, including the ability to disable Facebook notifications individually |
| ShutApp | Completely disables notifications from any app, including Facebook |
To use these apps, simply download them from the Google Play Store and follow the instructions provided. They offer a range of options to suit your specific notification preferences.
Uninstall the Facebook App
If you’re not using the Facebook app, the easiest way to stop notifications is to uninstall it. Here’s how to do that on Android:
- Open the Settings app on your Android device.
- Tap on Apps & notifications.
- Find the Facebook app in the list and tap on it.
- Tap on Uninstall.
- Confirm that you want to uninstall the app.
Once you’ve uninstalled the Facebook app, you’ll no longer receive notifications from it. However, if you’ve linked your Facebook account to other apps or services, you may still receive notifications from those sources.
To prevent notifications from those sources, you’ll need to disable them in the settings for each app or service. Here are some tips for doing that:
| App or Service | How to Disable Notifications |
|---|---|
| Facebook Messenger | Open the Messenger app and tap on your profile picture in the top left corner. Then, tap on Notifications and turn off the toggle switch for Notifications. |
| Open the Instagram app and tap on your profile picture in the bottom right corner. Then, tap on the three lines in the top right corner and select Settings. Tap on Notifications and turn off the toggle switch for Push Notifications. | |
| Open the Twitter app and tap on your profile picture in the top left corner. Then, tap on Settings and privacy and select Notifications. Turn off the toggle switch for Push Notifications. |
Adjust Android System Settings
1. Go to your phone’s “Settings” menu.
2. Scroll down and tap on “Apps & notifications.”.
3. Tap on “Notifications.”.
4. Scroll down and find Facebook in the list of apps.
5. Tap on Facebook.
6. Under “Notification categories,” tap on the categories you want to disable notifications for.
7. To disable all Facebook notifications, tap on the toggle switch at the top of the screen.
Disable notifications for specific Facebook pages or groups:
1. Open the Facebook app and go to the page or group you want to disable notifications for.
2. Tap on the “…” button in the top right corner of the screen.
3. Tap on “Notifications.”.
4. Tap on the toggle switch to disable notifications for that page or group.
| Notification Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Birthday reminders | Notifications for upcoming birthdays of your friends. |
| Event reminders | Notifications for upcoming events you’ve been invited to. |
| Friend requests | Notifications when someone sends you a friend request. |
| Group posts | Notifications when someone posts in a group you’re a member of. |
| Likes and comments | Notifications when someone likes or comments on your posts or comments. |
| Market notifications | Notifications about Facebook Marketplace activity. |
| Messages | Notifications when you receive a new message. |
| Page updates | Notifications when a page you follow posts an update. |
| Reminders | Notifications for reminders you’ve set. |
| Security alerts | Notifications about suspicious activity on your account. |
| Stories | Notifications when someone posts a story. |
| Tagging | Notifications when someone tags you in a post or comment. |
How to Stop Facebook Notifications on Android
If you’re tired of the constant notifications from Facebook, there are a few different ways to stop them on your Android device. Here’s how:
- Disable all notifications: To disable all notifications from Facebook, open the Facebook app and tap on the three lines in the bottom right corner. Then, scroll down and tap on “Settings & Privacy” and then “Notification Settings”. Under “Push Notifications”, tap on the slider next to “All Notifications” to turn them off.
- Disable specific types of notifications: If you only want to disable certain types of notifications, you can do so in the same Notification Settings menu. Just tap on the category of notifications you want to disable (e.g., “Posts”, “Comments”, “Likes”) and then tap on the slider next to “Notifications” to turn them off.
- Mute notifications from specific people or pages: If you only want to mute notifications from specific people or pages, you can do so by opening their profile or page and tapping on the three dots in the top right corner. Then, tap on “Mute Notifications” and select how long you want to mute them for.
People also ask
How do I stop Facebook notifications on my phone?
See the steps above for how to stop Facebook notifications on your Android phone.
How do I stop Facebook notifications on my iPhone?
The steps for stopping Facebook notifications on iPhone are very similar to those for Android. Open the Facebook app and tap on the three lines in the bottom right corner. Then, scroll down and tap on “Settings & Privacy” and then “Notification Settings”. Under “Push Notifications”, tap on the slider next to “All Notifications” to turn them off.
How do I stop email notifications from Facebook?
To stop email notifications from Facebook, go to the Facebook website and click on the arrow in the top right corner. Then, click on “Settings & Privacy” and then “Notifications”. Under “Email Notifications”, uncheck the boxes next to the types of notifications you want to stop receiving.
