Turn off Chrome notifications in three places
Chrome notifications come from two sources: websites you visit, and Chrome itself. To stop them, you need to turn them off both in your browser settings and on your operating system. The steps differ slightly depending on whether you use Windows, Mac, or a phone, but the principle is the same — you're blocking Chrome from sending alerts to your screen.
Most people find it easiest to start with the browser settings first, then move to the system level if notifications still appear. This guide covers all three platforms and shows you exactly where each setting lives.
Key Takeaways
- Chrome notifications come from websites and from Chrome itself, so you may need to turn them off in two places to stop them completely.
- In Chrome settings, go to Privacy and security, then Site settings, then Notifications to block all website notifications at once.
- On Windows, open Settings > System > Notifications and turn off notifications for Google Chrome.
- On Mac, open System Settings > Notifications, find Google Chrome in the list, and uncheck "Allow notifications".
- On Android and iPhone, open your phone's Settings app, find Chrome, and turn off notifications there.
Turn off website notifications in Chrome settings
This is the fastest way to stop most Chrome notifications. Open Chrome and click the three vertical dots in the top right corner. Select Settings, then click Privacy and security on the left side. Choose Site settings, then scroll down and click Notifications.
You'll see two sections: "Not allowed" and "Allowed". The "Allowed" section shows every website that has permission to send you notifications. To block all of them at once, toggle off the switch at the top that says "Sites can ask to send notifications". This prevents any new website from asking for notification permission.
If you want to keep notifications from some websites but block others, leave that toggle on and delete individual sites from the "Allowed" list. Click the three dots next to any site name and select Remove.
Stop Chrome system notifications on Windows
Even after you turn off website notifications in Chrome, Chrome itself may still send you alerts about updates or other events. To block these, you need to change your Windows notification settings.
Open Windows Settings by pressing the Windows key and typing "Settings", then press Enter. Click System on the left side, then select Notifications. Scroll down to find Google Chrome in the list of apps. Click it, then turn off the toggle next to "Notifications".
If you don't see Google Chrome in the list, scroll down further — the list is alphabetical and quite long. Once you turn off the toggle, Chrome will no longer send any notifications to your Windows notification center.
Stop Chrome system notifications on Mac
Mac handles notifications differently than Windows. Click the Apple menu in the top left corner and select System Settings. Click Notifications on the left side of the window.
Scroll down the list of apps until you find Google Chrome. Click it, then uncheck the box next to "Allow notifications". You can also uncheck "Badges" and "Sounds" if you want to remove those as well. Close the System Settings window — the change takes effect immediately.
Turn off Chrome notifications on Android
Open your Android phone's Settings app. Scroll down and tap Apps or Application manager (the exact name varies by phone). Find Google Chrome in the list and tap it. Tap Notifications, then toggle off "Allow notifications".
Some Android phones also let you turn off notifications by long-pressing the Chrome app icon on your home screen, tapping the info icon (usually a small circle with an "i"), then selecting Notifications and turning them off there. Both methods work — use whichever is easier on your phone.
Turn off Chrome notifications on iPhone
Open the Settings app on your iPhone. Scroll down and tap Chrome. Tap Notifications, then select "None" at the top. This removes all notification sounds and alerts from Chrome.
If you want to keep some notifications but remove the sound, you can select "Badges" instead of "None". This shows a small red number on the Chrome app icon but doesn't send alerts to your screen.
What to do if notifications still appear
If you've turned off notifications in Chrome and in your system settings but they still show up, the notifications may be coming from a different source. Check whether the notification says "Chrome" or the name of a website — if it says a website name, that site may have found another way to contact you.
You can also try clearing your Chrome cache and cookies. Open Chrome, click the three dots, select Settings, then Privacy and security, then Clear browsing data. Make sure "Cookies and other site data" is checked, set the time range to "All time", then click Clear data. This removes stored permissions that websites may have saved.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will turning off Chrome notifications stop me from getting important updates?
No. Chrome will still download and install updates in the background. You just won't see a notification about it. You can always check for updates manually by clicking the three dots in Chrome, then Help, then About Google Chrome.
Can I turn off notifications from just one website instead of all of them?
Yes. In Chrome settings, go to Privacy and security > Site settings > Notifications. Find the website in the "Allowed" section, click the three dots next to it, and select Remove. That website can ask for permission again later, but you can say no when it does.
Why do I still see notifications after turning them off in Chrome settings?
You may need to turn them off in your operating system as well. Chrome has its own notification settings, and Windows, Mac, Android, and iPhone each have their own. Turning them off in both places ensures they stop completely.
Do I need to restart Chrome after changing notification settings?
No. Changes to Chrome settings take effect immediately. Changes to your operating system settings may take a few minutes to apply, but you don't need to restart your computer or phone.