Learn how to block unwanted notifications from apps on Android and iPhone in just a few steps
Excessive app notifications can reduce productivity and cause constant distractions. Tanto on the Android as on the iPhone it is possible to block alerts in a simple and personalized way. The procedure takes less than a minute and allows you to choose exactly which apps can send warnings.
iPhone and Android users report increased focus after adjusting settings. The functionality is available on all recent versions of operating systems.
How to Block Notifications on iPhone
The process on iOS is straightforward and centered on the Ajustes menu.
To completely disable alerts for an app, open Ajustes, scroll until you find the app you want, and tap it. Then select Notificações and turn off the “Allow notifications” switch.
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You can also manage previews. Vá in Ajustes > Notificações > Mostrar previews and choose “Never” or “When unlocked” for greater privacy.
Quick options directly from the lock screen
The iPhone allows immediate actions without going into general settings.
Swipe left on a notification on the lock screen or notification center and tap “Options”. Ali the alternative “Mute for 1 hour”, “Mute today” or “Disable notifications” appears.
Long-pressing the notification also opens the same quick menu. Essa function has been available since iOS 16 and has been improved in iOS 18.
Complete procedure on Android
In Android the path varies slightly depending on the brand, but the concept is the same on all updated devices.
Open Configurações, tap “Notifications” and then “App notifications” or “Apps and notifications”. Selecione the application and disable the main switch or adjust specific categories such as promotions, messages or updates.
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On Samsung, Xiaomi and Motorola cell phones, the menu appears as “Manage notifications” or “Notification channels”, allowing even more detailed control by type of alert.
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The Android system offers practical shortcuts for those who receive a lot of alerts.
When a notification appears, press and hold your finger on it. Surge a bell icon or the “Mute” option. Toque and choose “Disable notifications” or “Mute for a specified time”.
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This function works in all versions starting from Android 8.0 Oreo and continues to be present in Android 15.
Advanced tweaks in recent versions
Newer systems bring extra control features.
On Android 14 and 15 it is possible to block “notification dots” (the small circles on app icons) separately from banners. On iPhone, Foco mode lets you create different profiles for work, sleep or driving, automatically blocking specific apps.
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These tools help reduce the number of daily interruptions by up to 70%, according to mobile productivity studies.
Extra tips to keep your cell phone silent
Some complementary adjustments increase comfort in daily use. Desative vibration from blocked notifications on Ajustes > Som and vibration on Android or Ajustes > Sons and ringtones on iPhone.
Activate “Do Not Disturb” scheduled for specific times. Ambos systems allow exceptions for favorite contacts or essential apps.
With these settings, the cell phone will only notify what really matters.
