# Notifications

Tune alerts per-room; stay focused without missing out.

# Notification Basics

## How notifications work

- You get alerts for direct mentions, replies to your messages, followed threads, and your chosen room level.
- The most recently active device usually receives the push.

## Set global defaults

- Avatar → Preferences → Notifications: choose desktop, mobile, and email behavior.
- Pick “Mentions only” to reduce noise; opt into thread replies.

# Per-Room Settings

## Override per room

- Click the room name → Notifications.
- Choose: All messages, Mentions, Nothing, or Custom.
- Mute a room temporarily via the bell icon; unmute anytime.

## Thread notifications

- Follow a thread to receive updates without enabling all room notifications.

# Do Not Disturb

Silence notifications when you need focus time.

- Click your avatar → Set Status → Do Not Disturb.
- Optionally add a status note with your return time.
- On mobile, you can respect the device’s system DND.