How to See Old Facebook Notification History in 2024

Everything You Should Know About Facebook Notification Settings

Facebook's notification system is designed to keep you informed about various activities and interactions on the platform.

Types of notifications on Facebook

Facebook offers several types of notifications to keep you updated:

Push notifications: These appear when you're not actively using Facebook, such as on your device's lock screen.

In-app notifications: These show up as numbers over Facebook's navigation or the app icon on your phone.

Red alert notifications: These appear above the notification icon on desktop and mobile.

Email notifications: Updates sent to your registered email address.

Text notifications: Messages sent via SMS (mobile only).

How far back can I see my notifications on Facebook?

Facebook does not provide an official time limit on how long it retains notification history. In practice, Facebook stores your notification history for as long as your account is active. You can access notifications from years ago using the Activity Log, which keeps a record of your actions on the platform, including notifications, posts, likes, and comments.

Facebook Notification settings and preferences

You have control over your notification settings. The following is how to adjust Facebook notification settings:

Step 1: Click your profile picture in the top right.

Step 2: Select "Settings & privacy," then "Settings."

Step 3: Click "Notifications" under "Preferences."

Step 4: Choose "Push" under "Where You Receive Notifications."

See Facebook Notification History on Desktop

To view older notifications on Facebook via desktop, follow these steps:

Step 1: Log in to your Facebook account

Open your web browser and visit facebook.com. Enter your login credentials to access your account.

Step 2: Go to the Notifications icon

Once logged in, locate the notifications icon (bell symbol) in the top right corner of the Facebook homepage. Click on the icon to display a dropdown list of recent notifications.

Step 3: Scroll through the notifications list

You can scroll through the notifications in the dropdown list. If you want to see older notifications, keep scrolling down. The page will continue to load more as you scroll.

Step 4: Click "See All" for more notifications

At the bottom of the dropdown, click on the "See All" button. This will open a dedicated notifications page where you can scroll further and view even older notifications in a more detailed format.

Use the Activity Log for even older notifications

If you can't find what you're looking for, use the Activity Log:

Step 1: Click on your profile picture in the top right corner.

Step 2: Select Settings & privacy > Activity log.

Step 3: On the left panel, click Notifications to filter out other activities and focus on notifications.

Step 4: Scroll through the activity log to find notifications from previous months or years.

View Old Facebook Notifications on Mobile

To check past notifications on the Facebook mobile app, follow these steps:

Step 1: Open the Facebook app

Launch the Facebook app on your smartphone (available on both iOS and Android).

Step 2: Tap the Notifications icon

Look for the bell icon in the bottom or top menu bar (depending on your device). This icon represents your notifications. And tap on the bell icon to view your recent notifications.

Step 3: Scroll through the notification feed

Scroll down the list to see notifications. Facebook will load more notifications as you scroll, allowing you to view older ones.

Step 4: Use the "See All Notifications" option

If you need to access more notifications, scroll down to the end of the list and tap on the "See All Notifications" option (if available). This will open a more comprehensive view, where you can continue scrolling and find older notifications.

Optionally, some third-party apps, like KidsGuard Pro, can be used to see old notifications on Facebook. It is in fact a parental control app as well as a notification logger on Android, with the capabilities of these tasks:

Troubleshooting: Why can’t I see all my notifications on Facebook?

Here are some possible reasons why you might not see all your notifications on Facebook:

Notification settings: Check your Facebook settings to ensure that you're receiving notifications for the types of activity you want to see.

Notification age: Facebook typically stores notifications for a limited time. If you're looking for very old notifications, they might no longer be available.

Technical glitches: Try logging out of Facebook and then logging back in, or closing and reopening the app.

Internet connection: Ensure you have a stable internet connection.

App or browser version: Use the latest version of the Facebook app or your web browser.

Summary

By following the steps outlined in this guide, you'll be able to navigate through your Facebook notification history with ease, whether you're using a desktop or mobile device. If you are looking for a Facebook notification logger, KidsGuard Pro is a nice try. Check out the free demo below to see how to check Facebook notifications on another device.

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