Notification Settings
Configure how and when you receive alerts and notifications.
Notification Settings
Notification settings control how you receive alerts about tasks, gaps, workflows, and other platform activity.
Accessing Notification Settings
Go to Settings
Click Settings in the sidebar.
Click "Notifications"
Opens notification configuration.
Notification Channels
In-App Notifications
Appear within PartnerAlly:
- Bell icon in header shows count
- Click to see notification list
- Mark as read or dismiss
Email Notifications
Sent to your account email:
- Immediate or digest options
- Can be disabled entirely
- Formatted for readability
Slack Notifications
If Slack integration is enabled:
- Receive alerts in Slack channels
- Personal DMs for assigned items
- Configure in Integrations
Notification Categories
Task Notifications
| Notification | Default | Options |
|---|---|---|
| Task assigned to me | On | Immediate |
| Task due soon | On | 1/3/7 days before |
| Task overdue | On | Immediate |
| Task completed | Off | On/Off |
| Task comments | On | Immediate/Digest |
Workflow Notifications
| Notification | Default | Options |
|---|---|---|
| Workflow created | Off | On/Off |
| My workflows updated | On | Immediate/Digest |
| Workflow completed | On | Immediate |
| Workflow blocked | On | Immediate |
Gap Notifications
| Notification | Default | Options |
|---|---|---|
| New gaps identified | On | Immediate/Digest |
| Critical gaps | On | Immediate |
| Gap status changed | Off | On/Off |
| Gap assigned to me | On | Immediate |
Document Notifications
| Notification | Default | Options |
|---|---|---|
| Analysis complete | On | Immediate |
| Analysis failed | On | Immediate |
| Document updated | Off | On/Off |
Risk Notifications
| Notification | Default | Options |
|---|---|---|
| Critical risks | On | Immediate |
| My risks updated | On | Immediate/Digest |
| Risk priority changed | Off | On/Off |
Start with default settings and adjust based on what feels too noisy or too quiet.
Configuring Notifications
Turning Notifications On/Off
Find the Notification
Locate in the settings list.
Toggle Switch
Click to enable or disable.
Save
Changes apply immediately.
Setting Delivery Method
For each notification:
- Choose channel (In-App, Email, Both)
- Choose timing (Immediate or Digest)
- Save preferences
Email Digest
What's a Digest?
A digest bundles notifications:
- Reduces email volume
- Sent at scheduled times
- Summarizes activity
Digest Options
| Frequency | Description |
|---|---|
| Immediate | Each notification as it happens |
| Hourly | Summary every hour |
| Daily | Once per day |
| Weekly | Once per week |
Digest Timing
Configure when digests are sent:
- Time of day (in your timezone)
- Day of week (for weekly)
- Quiet hours (no emails during)
Quiet Hours
What Are Quiet Hours?
Prevent notifications during specific times:
- Evenings and nights
- Weekends
- Custom schedules
Configuring Quiet Hours
Enable Quiet Hours
Turn on the feature.
Set Start Time
When quiet hours begin.
Set End Time
When quiet hours end.
Choose Days
Which days to apply.
During Quiet Hours
- In-app notifications still appear
- Emails are held for later
- Urgent notifications may override (optional)
Quiet hours only affect delivery. Notifications are still generated and visible in-app.
Notification Preferences by Role
For Compliance Managers
Recommended settings:
- All gap notifications
- All workflow notifications
- Task summaries as digest
- Critical items immediate
For Team Members
Recommended settings:
- Tasks assigned to me
- My workflow updates
- Due date reminders
- Comments and mentions
For Executives
Recommended settings:
- Weekly digest only
- Critical items immediate
- Summary reports
Managing Notification Volume
Too Many Notifications?
Reduce volume by:
- Switching to digests
- Disabling low-priority items
- Using quiet hours
- Adjusting thresholds
Missing Important Updates?
Increase notifications by:
- Enabling more categories
- Using immediate delivery
- Adding email channel
- Configuring urgency
@Mentions
How @Mentions Work
When someone @mentions you:
- Always notified (can't disable)
- Both in-app and email
- Links directly to the comment
Configuring @Mention Notifications
Limited configuration:
- Channel (in-app always, email optional)
- No digest option (always immediate)
Notification History
Viewing Past Notifications
See notification history:
- Click the notification bell
- Scroll through history
- Click "See All" for full list
Marking as Read
- Individual: Click notification
- All: Click "Mark All Read"
Common Questions
Why am I not receiving emails?
Check:
- Email notifications are enabled
- Check spam folder
- Verify email address is correct
- Check quiet hours settings
How do I stop all notifications?
To minimize notifications:
- Disable email notifications
- Disable non-essential in-app
- Can't disable all (some are required)
Can I get notifications for specific frameworks?
Yes, if available:
- Configure in Advanced settings
- Filter by framework
- Set framework-specific thresholds
Do notifications count against any limits?
No, notifications are unlimited. However, reducing volume improves focus.
Next Steps
- Integrations - Connect Slack
- Account - Profile settings
- Privacy & Data - Data preferences