How to disable Google News notifications on Android

Method 1: Through Android system settings (universal method)

1. Open Settings on your Android phone or tablet.
2. Go to Apps (or Apps & Notifications / App Management depending on brand like Samsung vs. Google Pixel).
3. Tap Google News. If you don't see the app, tap See all apps first.
4. Tap Notifications.
5. Toggle off All Google News notifications or Show notifications (or toggle off specific categories like Breaking news, Headlines, or Daily briefing).

Method 2: From within the Google News app

1. Open the Google News app.
2. Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner.
3. Tap News settings.
4. Tap Notifications.
5. Turn off Get notifications completely, or uncheck specific alert types (e.g., Breaking news, Headlines, Daily top story).

Method 3: Disable Google Discover / Google App Notifications (Crucial Distinction)

Many Android users confuse Google News notifications with Google Discover (the feed/alerts generated by the main Google app). Adding a quick section covering how to disable Google Discover notifications prevents visitors who had the wrong app in mind from leaving frustrated:

1. Open the Google app.
2. Tap your profile icon in the top-right corner.
3. Tap Settings.
4. Tap Notifications.
5. Tap the toggle switch next to each category to turn off notifications.