Facebook Notifications Not Working Fix is needed when you stop receiving alerts for messages, comments, or activity, even though your account is active.
This issue can occur on both mobile devices and browsers and is often caused by notification settings, app permissions, or system restrictions.
Quick Fix
Check your notification settings inside Facebook and make sure notifications are turned ON for the activity you want to receive.
Try This First
- No notifications at all → check phone notification settings
- Only some alerts missing → review Facebook notification settings
- Notifications delayed → restart your device
If the issue continues, follow the fixes below.
Why Are Facebook Notifications Not Working?
Notifications may stop working when Facebook is unable to send alerts properly due to disabled settings, restricted permissions, or system-level limitations.
What Causes Notification Issues?
- Notifications turned off in Facebook settings
- Phone notification permissions disabled
- Battery saver or background restrictions
- Outdated app version
- Temporary app glitches
How to Fix Facebook Notifications Not Working
Follow these steps until notifications start working again.
Check Facebook Notification Settings
- Open the Facebook app
- Tap the menu icon (three lines)
- Go to Settings & Privacy → Settings
- Tap Notifications
- Select the type of notification (comments, messages, etc.)
- Make sure notifications are turned ON
Enable Phone Notifications for Facebook
- Open your phone Settings
- Tap Apps
- Select Facebook
- Tap Notifications
- Turn ON Allow Notifications
- Make sure alerts are enabled
Without system permissions, Facebook cannot send notifications.
Disable Battery Saver Restrictions
- Open your phone Settings
- Tap Battery
- Find Battery Saver or Power Saving Mode
- Turn it OFF or exclude Facebook from restrictions
Battery saving features can block background activity.
Allow Background Data
- Open your phone Settings
- Tap Apps → Facebook
- Tap Data usage
- Enable Background data
This allows Facebook to receive updates even when not open.
Restart Your Device
- Press and hold the Power button to be able to restart you device
- Tap Restart
- Wait for your device to turn back on
- Check if notifications are working
Restarting resets temporary system issues.
Update the Facebook App
- Open the App Store or Google Play Store
- Search for Facebook
- Tap Update if available
- Open the app again
Updates fix bugs related to notifications.
Log Out and Log Back In
- Open Facebook
- Go to the menu
- Tap Log out
- Log back in
This refreshes your account connection.
Check Internet Connection
- Open another app
- If it does not update, your connection may be unstable
- Restart your internet connection
- Try again
Check Facebook Server Status
- Search for “Facebook server status”
- Check if notifications are affected
If many users report issues, the problem is likely on Facebook’s side.
Check Internet Issues (if notifications still don’t work)
- Restart your router
- Reconnect your device
- Test notifications again
If the issue is related to your connection, follow this guide: Ethernet Connected But No Internet Fix
Turn Off “Do Not Disturb” Mode
- Open your phone Settings
- Tap Sound or Notifications
- Find Do Not Disturb
- Turn it OFF
- Check if notifications start working
Do Not Disturb mode can block all notifications, including Facebook alerts.
Reinstall the Facebook App
Use this if notifications still do not work after trying all other fixes.
On Android:
- Find the Facebook app icon on your home screen
- Press and hold the icon
- Tap Uninstall
- Confirm the removal
- Open the Google Play Store
- Search for Facebook
- Tap Install
- Wait for the installation to complete
- Open the app and log in
On iPhone:
- Find the Facebook app icon
- Press and hold the icon
- Tap Remove App
- Tap Delete App, then confirm
- Open the App Store
- Search for Facebook
- Tap the download icon (cloud)
- Wait for the app to install
- Open it and sign in
What this does
Reinstalling removes all app files and installs a clean version, which can fix hidden issues causing notifications or performance problems.
How to Prevent Notification Issues
- Keep notifications enabled
- Allow background activity
- Keep the app updated
- Avoid aggressive battery-saving settings
Frequently Asked Questions
Why am I not getting Facebook notifications?
This is usually caused by disabled settings or restricted app permissions.
Why are notifications delayed?
This can happen due to battery restrictions or network delays.
Can I fix this myself?
Yes, most notification issues can be fixed with simple steps.
You may also want to check our guides on Facebook App Not Working Fix and Facebook Not Loading Fix for related issues.