VLC Notifications Not Working? Fix It Now (2026 Update)
## Direct Answer
To fix VLC notifications not working, go to VLC media player settings, select “Preferences” and then “Interfaces” under the “Preferences” category. Make sure “Show notifications” is checked.
## Step-by-Step Guide
Here’s how to enable VLC notifications:
1. Open VLC media player.
2. Click on “Tools” in the menu bar.
3. Select “Preferences” (or use the shortcut Ctrl+P on Windows or Command+P on Mac).
4. In the “Preferences” window, click on “Interfaces” under the “Preferences” category.
5. Scroll down to the “Notifications” section.
6. Check the box next to “Show notifications”.
7. Click “Save” to save the changes.
8. Restart VLC media player.
## Frequently Asked Questions
### Q: Why are my VLC notifications not working on Windows?
A: Make sure you have the latest version of VLC installed and that your Windows notifications are enabled.
### Q: How do I disable VLC notifications?
A: Follow the same steps as above, but uncheck the box next to “Show notifications”.
### Q: Are VLC notifications available on Mac?
A: Yes, VLC notifications are available on Mac. Follow the same steps as above to enable them.
By following these steps, you should be able to fix VLC notifications not working and get notifications when a video finishes playing or when an error occurs.