If you find the constant notification for unread emails on iOS Mail app annoying or distracting, you can easily turn it off with these simple steps:
Step 1: Access Notifications Settings
Go to your iDevice’s System Preferences and select Notifications. Scroll down until you find the Mail app.
Step 2: Disable All Email Notifications
Toggle off the Enable notifications switch, if you wish to disable all notifications, including banners, alerts, and home screen icon badge for all email accounts.
Step 3: Disable Badge Notification Per Account
If you prefer to disable badge notification for selected accounts only, leave the Enable notifications switch on and go to the list of email accounts. Choose the account you want to modify and toggle off the Badge app icon switch instead.
Note that these changes will only affect the home screen icon notification. When you open the Mail app, the unread message count will still be visible.
FAQs
1. Can I turn off notifications for a specific email account?
Yes, you can disable badge notifications for a specific account by following Step 3 of the guide. You can also switch off other types of notifications like alerts and banners for that account.
2. Will my new notification settings take effect immediately?
Yes, any changes you make in the notification settings for Mail app will take effect immediately after you return to the home screen.
By following these simple steps, you can now disable the cumbersome unread badge notification on your iOS Mail app and stay focused on your work without unnecessary distractions or stress.
