If Microsoft Teams keeps showing a notification badge on Windows 11—even after you’ve read all your messages—you’re not alone. This issue is usually caused by sync problems, cached data, or misconfigured notification settings. The good news is that it’s easy to fix.
Below are four effective solutions to remove persistent Microsoft Teams notifications on Windows 11 and restore normal behavior.
Fix 1: Open the Windows 11 Chat App and Clear All Notifications
Windows 11 includes a built-in Chat app integrated directly into the taskbar. This app syncs with Microsoft Teams, and unread items inside it can sometimes trigger a lingering notification badge in Teams.
What to do:
1- Click the Chat icon on the Windows 11 taskbar.
2- Review all conversations and make sure no unread messages remain.
3- Click the three-dot menu at the top of the Chat app.
4- Open and dismiss any alerts related to updates or new features.
Once everything is cleared, the Microsoft Teams notification badge should disappear automatically.
Fix 2: Turn Microsoft Teams Notifications Off and Back On
Refreshing the notification system in Windows 11 often resolves stuck or phantom alerts.
Steps:
1- Press Windows + I to open Settings.
2- Go to System → Notifications.
3- Scroll down and locate Microsoft Teams.
4- Toggle notifications Off.
5- Wait a few seconds, then toggle them On again.
This forces Windows to reload Teams’ notification settings and often clears the issue immediately.
Fix 3: Clear the Microsoft Teams Cache (Recommended)
Corrupted cache files are a common cause of notification glitches in Microsoft Teams. Clearing the cache does not delete your account or messages—it only removes temporary data.
Steps:
- Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog.
- Paste the following path and press Enter:
%appdata%\Microsoft\Teams - In File Explorer, press Ctrl + A to select all files and folders.
- Click the Delete (trash) icon.
Restart Microsoft Teams after clearing the cache. In most cases, the persistent notification will be gone.
Fix 4: Repair or Reset the Microsoft Teams App
If none of the above methods work, repairing or resetting the app is the most reliable fix.
Repair Microsoft Teams:
1- Press Windows + S, type Microsoft Teams, and select App settings.
2- Scroll down to the Reset section.
3- Click Repair and wait for the process to finish.
Reset Microsoft Teams (Last Resort):
If the repair doesn’t fix the issue, click Reset instead.
⚠️ Note: Resetting will remove app data and sign you out, but it often resolves deep configuration or data corruption problems.
Final Thoughts
A Microsoft Teams notification that won’t clear on Windows 11 is usually caused by sync issues, corrupted cache files, or notification misfires. By checking the Chat app, refreshing notification settings, clearing the Teams cache, or repairing the app, you can quickly eliminate the problem.
These fixes work for both classic and new Microsoft Teams versions and are safe to apply on most Windows 11 systems.
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