Disable New App Installed Notifications on Windows

New app installed notifications on Windows can be annoying, especially when they pop up for every small update or background app. You can disable them in Windows Settings under System > Notifications, and this guide shows you exactly how to do it, plus how to turn off similar alerts for app updates and suggestions.

Where the Notifications Come From

Windows shows a notification when you install a new app from the Microsoft Store, and sometimes when you install a traditional desktop program. The notification appears in the Action Center and as a toast pop-up in the lower right corner of your screen. It is controlled by the same notification system that handles all app alerts, but it has its own toggle in the Settings app.

There are actually two separate settings that can cause similar pop-ups:

App notifications – the toast that says “App installed” or “New app is ready”.
Suggestions and tips – Windows may show “Suggested” app notifications, especially on new devices or after major updates.

Both can be turned off independently, and the steps below cover each one.

How to Disable the “App Installed” Notification

The main setting is in the Windows Settings app. The exact wording depends on your Windows version, but the path is the same for Windows 10 and Windows 11.

Press Windows + I to open Settings.
Go to System > Notifications.
Scroll down to the section that says Notifications from apps and other senders.
Look for an entry named “Windows User Experience” or “Microsoft Store” – the exact name varies.
Toggle it Off.

If you don’t see that entry, you can also turn off all notifications from the Microsoft Store by finding the Store in the same list and disabling its notifications. That will stop the “App installed” toast, but it will also silence other Store alerts like download completions.

Turning Off “Suggested” App Notifications

Windows sometimes shows notifications that suggest apps you might like, often after a fresh install or feature update. These are not the same as the “App installed” toast, but they can be just as distracting.

To disable suggestions:

Open Settings > System > Notifications.
Look for a checkbox that says “Show me the Windows welcome experience after updates and when I sign in to show me what’s new and suggested”.
Uncheck it.
Also uncheck “Suggest ways I can finish setting up my device” if present.

On Windows 11, these options are under Notifications > Additional settings. On Windows 10, they are at the bottom of the same page.

Disabling Notifications for a Specific App

If you only want to stop notifications from one app (for example, a game launcher or a chat app), you don’t need to disable the whole system. In the same Notifications settings page, scroll through the list of apps and find the one you want to silence. Click the toggle next to its name to turn off all its notifications, or click the app name to fine-tune what types of alerts you see (banners, sounds, etc.).

This is useful if you still want to see “App installed” toasts for some apps but not others, though the “App installed” toast is generated by the system, not by the individual app, so you can’t filter it per app.

What About the Microsoft Store?

The Microsoft Store has its own notification settings that are separate from the system-level ones. If you disable notifications from the Store in the Settings app, you may still see update notifications from the Store itself. To stop those:

Open the Microsoft Store.
Click your profile icon and select Settings.
Under Notifications, toggle off “Show notifications for new features and offers” and “Show notifications for app updates” if available.

Note that the Store’s own settings only control what the Store app shows, not the system “App installed” toast.

Common Problems and Fixes

Sometimes you turn off the notification, but it still appears. This usually happens because the setting is not where you think it is, or because a Windows update reset your preferences.

Problem: You toggled off “Windows User Experience” but still see the toast.
Fix: Restart your PC. The change sometimes takes effect only after a reboot.
Problem: The notification appears after every Windows feature update.
Fix: Windows updates can reset notification settings. Re-check the toggles after major updates.
Problem: You don’t see “Windows User Experience” in the list.
Fix: This entry may be hidden if you have never received a notification from it. Install any app from the Store, then look again – it should appear.
Problem: The notification still shows for a specific app even after disabling that app’s notifications.
Fix: Some apps (like browsers) handle their own notifications outside Windows. Check the app’s own settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does disabling these notifications affect app updates?

No. Turning off the “App installed” notification only stops the pop-up. Apps still update normally, and you can still see updates in the Microsoft Store’s Library page.

Can I disable the notification sound but keep the pop-up?

Yes. In the Notifications settings, click on the specific app or sender (like “Windows User Experience”) and uncheck “Play a sound when a notification arrives”. The toast will still appear, but silently.

Will this stop all notifications from Windows?

No. You are only turning off the “App installed” toast and related suggestions. Other notifications (email, calendar, system alerts) remain unchanged. If you want to turn off all notifications, use the master toggle at the top of the Notifications page.

Is there a registry hack to disable it?

Yes, but it is not recommended for most users. The registry key HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\PushNotifications can be modified, but it’s easy to make a mistake that breaks other notifications. The Settings method is safer and works for almost everyone.

Why do I still see “App installed” after disabling it?

Check that you disabled the correct sender. On some builds, the setting is under “Windows User Experience”, on others it is under “Microsoft Store”. Also, some third-party installers (like Steam or Epic Games) show their own “installed” notifications that are not controlled by Windows – you need to disable those inside the app itself.

Does this work on Windows 10 and Windows 11?

Yes. The Settings layout is slightly different, but the same toggles exist in both versions. On Windows 10, the options are under System > Notifications & actions; on Windows 11, they are under System > Notifications.

General steps for current mainstream versions; menus can differ by device and version. See the disclaimer or report an error.

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