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How to Turn Off Notifications on iPad (iPadOS)

Silence noisy apps while keeping important alerts active.

Last verified: February 21, 2026

iOS notification configuration has become one of the most granular of any mobile OS, with per-app settings covering alert style, notification grouping, lock screen visibility, notification centre, banner timing, sounds, and separate settings for time-sensitive notifications in the Scheduled Summary. The Focus system — where you create named presets like Work, Sleep, Driving — is the most powerful tool for reducing notification noise contextually without manually toggling individual apps. Focus settings sync across all your Apple devices, so enabling Work Focus on iPhone simultaneously silences non-essential notifications on your Mac and iPad.

Quick Steps

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  1. 1Go to Settings > Notifications. Tap each problematic app and toggle off Allow Notifications.
  2. 2Enable Focus Mode or Do Not Disturb on a schedule for automatic quiet periods during work or sleep hours.
  3. 3Keep notifications active for Phone, Messages, and Security apps — these are critical alerts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I turn off all notifications on iPad (iPadOS)?
Go to Settings > Notifications and use the toggle to disable each app. For all-at-once silencing, use Focus mode: Settings > Focus > Do Not Disturb.
How do I stop notification sounds on iPad (iPadOS) without disabling alerts?
Go to Settings > Notifications > tap an app > toggle off Sounds. Banners and badges remain active.
Can I schedule quiet hours on iPad (iPadOS)?
Yes. Go to Settings > Focus > Do Not Disturb > Add Schedule to create recurring daily quiet windows.
Why are notifications still appearing after I turned them off on iPad (iPadOS)?
Some apps have their own in-app notification system that bypasses the OS notification permission. Check the app's own Settings > Notifications section. Also check whether the app has a separate background refresh setting that is serving pop-ups without going through standard OS channels.

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