Why are my Samsung Galaxy apps not sending notifications?

Fix Samsung Galaxy app notification issues caused by Power Saving mode, Do Not Disturb settings, app permissions, or software updates.

If your Samsung Galaxy apps aren't sending notifications, it could be due to system settings like Power Saving mode, Do Not Disturb, or incorrect app permissions. Follow these steps to restore notifications across your apps.

1. Why are Samsung Galaxy apps not sending notifications?

Notifications failing to appear on your Samsung Galaxy device can stem from several common causes. Below are the most frequent reasons:

- Power Saving mode restricts background activity, which may block notifications.

- Do Not Disturb mode silences all incoming notifications.

- App-specific notification permissions might be disabled.

- Outdated apps or system software can cause compatibility issues.

- Data Saver mode limits background data usage, affecting notifications.

2. How to fix Samsung Galaxy app notifications

1. Turn off Power Saving mode:

   Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the Quick settings panel. If the Power saving icon is illuminated, tap it to turn off Power Saving mode.

2. Disable Do Not Disturb:

   From the Quick settings panel, check if the Do Not Disturb icon is illuminated. Tap it to disable this feature.

3. Enable app notifications:

   Go to Settings > Notifications > App notifications. Use the toggle to enable notifications for your apps.

4. Enable lock screen notifications:

   Navigate to Settings > Notifications > Lock screen notifications. Ensure the toggle is enabled.

5. Disable Power Saving in battery settings:

   Go to Settings > Battery > Power saving. Disable the Power saving option.

6. Turn off Data Saver:

   Go to Settings > Connections > Data usage > Data saver. Disable Data Saver.

7. Reset app preferences:

   Go to Settings > Apps > Menu (three dots) > Reset app preferences. Confirm the reset.

8. Adjust background usage limits:

   Go to Settings > Battery > Background usage limits. Toggle on "Put unused apps to sleep" to allow notifications from active apps.

9. Clear app cache:

   Go to Settings > Apps > Select the affected app > Storage > Clear Cache.

10. Update apps:

    Go to Settings > Apps > Select the app > App details in store. Update the app if an update is available.

11. Update system software:

    Go to Settings > Software Update > Download and install to check for updates.

3. Additional things to check

If the above steps don't resolve the issue, consider the following:

- Ensure the app is not force-closed or crashed.

- Verify that the app supports notifications and isn't configured to silence them.

- Check if the app has been updated recently, as updates may introduce bugs.

4. Supported Samsung Galaxy devices

These steps apply to most Samsung Galaxy devices, including Galaxy S24, Galaxy S25, Galaxy S26, Galaxy Z Fold, Galaxy Z Flip, and Galaxy A series.

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