How To Fix Discord Notifications Not Showing Up

The issue arises when the user does not receive any Discord notifications (sometimes the notification sound is played), regardless of whether the notification frequency is set to All Messages or Mentions Only. This problem has been reported on nearly all platforms, typically following an OS or application update. Some users only encounter the issue when Discord is running in the background. In some instances, the issue was limited to certain channels or private messages only. Before proceeding with the solutions to fix Discord notifications, ensure notifications for other applications are working properly. Also, restart your system/device and networking equipment. Additionally, enable/disable the notification settings of your system/phone to rule out any temporary glitch. Keep in mind that a server with more than 2,500 users will not push notifications to users who are not mentioned.

Change Your Discord Status to Online

If your Discord status is not set to Online, you may not receive notifications. Setting your Discord status to Online might resolve this issue:

Update the Discord Application to the Latest Build

To keep up with technological developments and address known bugs, Discord is updated regularly. Running an outdated version may cause functionality issues. Update your app to the latest build to avoid such problems. Below, we will discuss how to update Discord on a Windows PC.

Try Another Network

ISPs implement various methods and protocols to manage web traffic and protect their users from online threats. In doing so, they might block resources critical for Discord’s operation—a common issue for chat, streaming, and online games. Using a different network could resolve this issue:

Try with Another Discord Account

If there is a communication glitch between your device and the Discord server, your account might be temporarily blocked by the server. Confirm this by logging in with a different account:

Reinstall the Discord Application

A corrupt installation might prevent you from receiving Discord notifications. If none of the above solutions resolved the problem, reinstalling Discord could. Ensure you have your login credentials on hand as you will need to sign in again.

Android

Windows

For Windows:

Disable Focus Assist in the Action Center

Focus Assist is a Windows feature that, when enabled, can prevent notifications from appearing. Disabling it might solve your problem:

Disable Small Taskbar Buttons and Enable Show Badges on Taskbar Icons

Enabling Small Taskbar Buttons has been known to cause notification issues. Disabling this setting and enabling Show Badges on Taskbar Icons may help:

For Android:

Completely Close the PC Client of Discord

A known issue with the Discord application is that notifications may not arrive on your phone if you’re also signed into the PC client. To remedy this, close the PC client:

Disable Battery Optimization for the Discord Application

Battery optimization can extend your phone’s battery life but may also close apps running in the background. To avoid Discord being shut down, disable battery optimization for the app:

Clear Cache and Data of the Discord Application

Corrupted cache can sometimes lead to application errors. Clearing Discord’s cache and data may address the issue:

Allow All the Permissions Required by the Discord Application

Lack of necessary permissions may prevent Discord from functioning as expected. Granting these permissions can rectify the issue: If the issue persists, consider using a different platform for the Discord application (e.g., if the issue is on an Android phone, try using the web version) until the problem is resolved. You can also revert to an older version of Discord (Warning: Setup files obtained from third parties may expose your system/phone and data to threats such as viruses, trojans, etc.). Make sure to have Google Services installed on your device if you are using a custom ROM. For Windows 7 users, try enabling Windows Aero. If issues remain, consider muting/unmuting the problematic channel or blocking/unblocking a Discord contact.

Reset Your Device/System to the Factory Defaults

If all else fails, there might be a deep-seated issue with your device/system’s firmware or OS. A factory reset could address this problem. Before proceeding, remember to back up any important data.