Grant Notification Access
Notification Access is the Android permission that lets NotiLog read and save the notifications your phone receives. You grant it once in Settings and capture starts immediately; without it the app cannot record anything. You can revoke it at any time, and notifications already saved stay on your device.
Turn it on
- Open NotiLog. If access isn't granted, the permission screen appears.
- Tap to open Android's Notification Access settings (or go to
Settings → Notifications → Notification access/Special app access). - Find NotiLog in the list and turn it ON. Confirm the prompt.
- Return to NotiLog — capture starts immediately.
Banking, 2FA, password manager, and OTP notifications are excluded by default, even after you grant access.
Verify it's working
- In NotiLog open Help & Guide → Verify Capture (or Settings → Battery Optimization).
- Type a message and tap Send test notification.
- It should appear on your Home screen within moments.
Nothing showing up? It's usually the phone's battery saver, not the app. See Fix not saving on Xiaomi / Redmi.
Revoke anytime
Turn NotiLog OFF in the same Notification Access screen and it stops capturing new notifications. Your saved history stays until you delete it or uninstall.
Questions
What is Notification Access on Android?
A system permission that lets an app receive copies of the notifications your phone posts — app name, title, text and time. NotiLog needs it to build your history.
Where do I find it in settings?
Usually Settings → Notifications → Advanced settings → Special access → Notification access. Some phones show it under Apps → Special app access.
Does it let NotiLog read my private messages?
It can read notification text, which may include messages. NotiLog stores them only on your device, encrypted, with no account and no upload. Banking, 2FA, password managers and OTP apps are excluded by default.
How do I check that it is working?
Help & Guide → Verify Capture → Send test notification. It should appear on Home within seconds.
How do I revoke it later?
Turn NotiLog off in the same Notification Access screen. Saved history remains until you delete it or uninstall.