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Windows 10 sometimes sends feedback notifications to improve your experience. These notifications can become distracting or unwanted for many users. Fortunately, you can disable the Feedback app and stop these alerts.

This guide will walk you through simple steps to turn off Feedback notifications. Each step is explained clearly, so even beginners can follow along without any trouble.

By the end, you’ll know how to manage your Windows Feedback settings and keep your notifications under control. Let’s get started with the basics.

Disabling feedback notifications can help keep your desktop clean and focus uninterrupted.

Quick Note Before You Begin

• Make sure you are signed into Windows 10 with an administrator account. Some settings require admin privileges.
• Check that your Windows 10 is up to date. Older versions might have different settings or locations.
• Disabling feedback does not affect Windows updates or security features.
• If you rely on sending feedback to Microsoft, consider this before disabling the app entirely.

Step 1: Open Windows Settings

First, click the Start button (Windows icon) at the bottom-left corner of your screen. Then, click on the Settings icon, which looks like a gear.

This opens the main Settings window where you can adjust many Windows options.

Step 2: Navigate to Privacy Settings

Inside the Settings window, look for and click on Privacy. This area controls what apps and services can access on your computer.

Feedback notifications are related to privacy and data collection, so this is the right place to manage them.

Step 3: Select Diagnostics & Feedback

On the left side menu under Privacy, scroll down and find Diagnostics & feedback. Click on it to open related options.

This section lets you control what diagnostic data you send to Microsoft and how often you get feedback requests.

Step 4: Change Feedback Frequency

Look for the setting called Feedback frequency. By default, it might say Automatically (recommended).

Click the dropdown menu and change it to Never. This option stops Windows from prompting you for feedback notifications.

Setting this to “Never” helps reduce interruptions without affecting system performance.

Step 5: Disable Feedback Hub Notifications

Even after changing feedback frequency, you might still get notifications from the Feedback Hub app.

To stop these:

1. Open Settings again.
2. Click on System.
3. Select Notifications & actions from the left menu.
4. Scroll down to find Feedback Hub in the list of apps.
5. Toggle the switch off to disable notifications from this app.

This prevents the Feedback Hub from showing pop-up alerts on your screen.

Alternative Method: Disable Feedback App via Group Policy Editor (Advanced)

If you are comfortable with advanced settings and your Windows edition supports it (Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise), you can disable the Feedback app using the Group Policy Editor.

Here’s how:

1. Press Windows + R keys to open the Run dialog.
2. Type gpedit.msc and hit Enter.
3. In the Group Policy Editor, navigate to:

Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Data Collection and Preview Builds

4. Find the policy named Allow Telemetry.
5. Double-click it and set it to Disabled.
6. Click Apply and then OK.
7. Restart your computer for changes to take effect.

This method disables telemetry and feedback features at a system level, which can stop feedback prompts entirely.

FAQs About Disabling Feedback App in Windows 10

Will disabling feedback affect Windows updates?

No. Disabling feedback notifications does not impact Windows updates or security patches.

Can I re-enable feedback notifications later?

Yes. You can follow the same steps and set feedback frequency back to your preferred option.

What if I don’t see the Diagnostics & feedback option?

Your Windows version might be outdated or different. Make sure Windows 10 is updated to the latest version.

Is it safe to disable telemetry via Group Policy?

Generally, yes. However, some system diagnostics and troubleshooting features might be limited.

Will disabling notifications stop all Windows notifications?

No. This only affects feedback-related notifications. Other app and system alerts will continue.

When Nothing Works

If you still receive unwanted feedback notifications after trying these steps, consider these options:

• Restart your computer after making changes to ensure they apply.
• Run Windows Update to install the latest fixes and patches.
• Use the official Microsoft support site for additional troubleshooting.
• Consider creating a new user account to check if the issue is user-profile specific.

As a last resort, resetting Windows 10 while keeping your files may help, but backup important data before proceeding.

Conclusion

Disabling the Feedback app and notifications in Windows 10 is straightforward and helps create a distraction-free environment. By adjusting your Privacy settings and notification preferences, you can stop those frequent feedback prompts.

For advanced users, Group Policy Editor offers a deeper level of control over telemetry and feedback services.

Remember to keep your system updated and review your settings periodically to maintain the best experience.

With these simple steps, you can enjoy a cleaner, quieter Windows 10 experience without unwanted feedback notifications.