Setting Up Push Notifications

Learn how to enable and configure push notifications in the BuddyBoss App using Firebase and the platform’s built-in tools, so your community stays connected and actively engaged.

Enable and customize push notifications so your community stays connected and engaged.

1. In WordPress Admin, go to BuddyBoss App > Settings > Push Notifications.
   
2. Toggle Enable Push Notifications and click Save Changes.
   
3. Confirm Firebase is configured: upload Firebase config files and Admin SDK Key under BuddyBoss App > Configure > Google Firebase.
   
   • If you haven’t set up Firebase yet, revisit the Firebase Setup for Notifications section.
     
4. Under Push Notifications, enable or disable specific triggers, such as:
   • New messages
   • Mentions (@)
   • Friend requests
   • Group activity
   • Course or lesson updates
5. Click Save Changes.

Send Manual Notifications (Optional)

1. Go to BuddyBoss App > Push Notifications > New Notification
   
2. Enter a title and message
   
3. Choose your audience (all users, specific groups, or roles)
   
4. Click Send Now (or schedule it for later)

Additional Resources:

Creating Automatic Push Notifications: Setting Up Push Notifications Extending Manual Push Notifications: Setting Up Push Notifications

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