Beeper guide

Setting Up Notifications on Beeper for Android

Beeper for Android gives you full control over how and when you're notified. This guide walks you through setting up your notifications so you don’t miss important messages—but still keep distractions to a minimum.

🔔 Enable Notifications in Android Settings

First, make sure Android system notifications are turned on for Beeper.

Open your phone’s Settings
Go to Apps & notifications (or Apps on some devices)
Find and tap Beeper
Tap Notifications
Make sure All Beeper notifications is toggled on

🧠 Tip: Check Battery & Focus Settings

Some Android devices restrict notifications to save battery, data, or reduce distractions.

For the best results:

Unrestricted battery usage for Beeper (see your device's Battery Usage settings)
Enable Foreground Data Sync
Check Do Not Disturb or Focus Mode settings
Ensure Beeper has background usage access (battery)

If using mobile data, also make sure that Beeper has unrestricted data access.

Please note that steps may vary by device. You can usually find these options under: Settings → Battery or Settings → Beeper → App battery usage

❓ FAQs

Why am I still not receiving notifications?
Double-check that Beeper is allowed to run in the background and that system notifications are enabled. Some manufacturers (like Xiaomi, Huawei, or OnePlus) require additional permission steps.

Can I mute certain chats?
Yes! Long-press on a chat → Tap Mute to silence notifications for that conversation.

Do @mentions still notify me if a chat is muted?
Yes. You’ll still get notifications for @mentions and replies in muted chats.