Overview

Stay on top of new opportunities and customer messages with BlueClerk notifications. Configure how and when you receive alerts so you never miss important updates.

Types of Notifications

Job-Related

New marketplace jobs - Jobs posted matching your services and area
Job request received - Direct requests from customers
Job request status - Accepted, declined, or changed
Hired - When a homeowner chooses you

Message Notifications

New message - Someone sent you a message
Conversation update - Activity in a conversation

Work Notifications

Job reminder - Upcoming scheduled jobs
Job assigned - Work assigned to you (if you're on a team)

Billing Notifications

Payment received - Customer paid an invoice
Invoice viewed - Customer opened your invoice

Configuring Notifications

Accessing Settings

Click your profile icon
Go to Settings
Select "Notifications"

Notification Channels

Choose how to receive each type:

Email - Sent to your account email
In-App - Shows in BlueClerk notifications
Push - Mobile notifications (if using mobile)

Toggling Notifications

For each notification type:

Toggle ON to receive
Toggle OFF to disable
Choose which channels

Recommended Settings

For Active Job Hunters

If you want to catch every opportunity:

New marketplace jobs: Email + Push
Hired: Email + Push
New message: Email + Push

For Established Businesses

If you get plenty of work:

New marketplace jobs: In-App only
Hired: Email + Push
New message: Email + Push

For Teams

If you work with others:

Job assigned: Email + Push
Job reminder: Push

Managing Notification Overload

Too Many Notifications?

If you're overwhelmed:

Turn off email for marketplace jobs (check manually)
Set quiet hours (if available)
Focus on direct requests and messages

Too Few Notifications?

If you're missing things:

Enable email for important items
Check that emails aren't going to spam
Verify notification settings are correct

Email Notifications

Delivery Issues

If emails aren't arriving:

Check spam/junk folder
Add BlueClerk to contacts
Verify your email address is correct
Check with your email provider

Email Frequency

Depending on settings, you may receive:

Individual emails per event
Digest emails (if available)

Push Notifications

Mobile App Required

Push notifications require:

BlueClerk mobile app installed
Notifications enabled on your device
Being logged into the app

Device Settings

Make sure your phone allows BlueClerk notifications:

iOS: Settings > Notifications > BlueClerk
Android: Settings > Apps > BlueClerk > Notifications

Tips

Don't disable important notifications completely
Check notifications daily at minimum
Quick responses improve hiring chances
Balance staying informed vs. distraction

Common Questions

Q: Can I set different settings for different services? A: Currently, settings apply across all your services. Service-specific filtering may be added.

Q: What if I still miss notifications? A: Check spam filters, verify settings, and make sure you're checking the right email.

Q: Can I get texts instead of emails? A: Text/SMS notifications may depend on your plan and settings availability.

Q: Are notifications sent 24/7? A: Yes, notifications are sent when events happen. Consider email rules for off-hours.

Q: Can I temporarily pause all notifications? A: You'd need to turn them off in settings and re-enable when ready.

Notification Settings