Bumble is one of the most popular dating apps globally, recognized for its unique “women message first” system and robust notification experience. But for new and even experienced users, Bumble’s system of alerts, icons, and notification types can seem confusing at first glance.
Table of Contents
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What are Bumble notifications and why do they matter?
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Two types of Bumble notifications: app vs. in-app
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Visual icons and what they mean: speech bubble, hexagon, dot, circles, and more
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Bumble notification sounds explained
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How to manage and personalize your Bumble notifications
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Troubleshooting: missed or confusing notifications
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High-authority resource for further reading
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Frequently asked questions
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Targeted keywords
What Are Bumble Notifications and Why Do They Matter?
Bumble notifications are the messages, alerts, and visual cues the app sends to keep users informed and engaged. They notify you about:
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New matches
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New messages
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Activity on your profile (likes, SuperSwipes, etc.)
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Reminders for expiring matches
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General app news or promotional offers
Prompt and accurate notifications help you never miss a connection, keep conversations going, and maximize your app experience. They also boost engagement and response rates—two factors that influence Bumble’s matching algorithm and the quality of your matches.
Two Types of Bumble Notifications: App vs. In-App
App notifications:
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Appear on your phone’s lock screen or in the device’s notification tray.
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Examples: new match alert, message preview, expiring match reminder.
In-app notifications:
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Appear while you’re actively using the app.
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Examples: prompts to complete your profile, suggestions for new matches, tips on using features.
Customizing which types you receive (and how often) ensures your Bumble use is as streamlined or as social as you want.
Visual Icons and What They Mean
Bumble uses a rich icon system to make it easy to spot different types of notifications at a glance. Here are the main ones explained:
| Icon / Symbol | Meaning |
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| Speech Bubble | Indicates a chat/message notification. Two speech bubbles = message from another user. |
| Hexagon (Honeycomb) | Used for system-generated or promotional notifications. Bumble often uses this for app news, likes, etc.. |
| Yellow Dot | Appears next to a match or chat = unread message waiting for you. |
| Yellow Heart | Means you’ve received a SuperSwipe (someone used a paid feature to show extra interest). |
| Red Circle | Match is about to expire—reply soon or you’ll lose the match. |
| Blue Circle | The match has been extended for extra time (using Extend). |
| Yellow Circle | Both users have swiped right, but no one has messaged yet (timer is running). |
| Grey Pencil | Next to your profile photo—means you can edit your profile. |
| Green Lightning Bolt | Indicates Bumble Boost (premium subscription mode). |
These cues help you quickly assess what action (if any) you need to take, and they make the Bumble experience more interactive and intuitive.
Bumble Notification Sounds Explained
Bumble uses distinct sounds for different notification types to help users respond quickly:
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Match notification sound:Â When you get a new mutual match.
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Message notification sound:Â When you receive a new message from a match.
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SuperSwipe notification sound:Â When your profile is highlighted to another user via SuperSwipe.
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Rematch notification sound:Â When someone you unmatched with decides to rematch.
Sounds are customizable in your app’s notification settings for better control over your experience.
How to Manage and Personalize Your Notifications
You can customize which Bumble notifications you want to receive, and how. Here’s how to do it:
On the Bumble App:
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Tap the user icon (bottom left).
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Tap the gear icon for Settings.
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Scroll to “Notification Settings.”
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Tap to toggle categories (matches, messages, other alerts) on or off.
On Bumble Web:
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Click your profile image (top left).
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Select “Settings.”
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Go down to “Notification Settings” and adjust preferences.
You can also choose:
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Push, email, or both
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Different sounds/vibrations for each type
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Summary vs. instant notifications (for less frequent interruptions)
Troubleshooting: Missed or Confusing Notifications
Sometimes notifications don’t arrive or seem ambiguous. This is often due to:
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App permission settings not enabled
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Device-level notification settings turned off for Bumble
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Device battery optimization restricting background alerts
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Poor/intermittent internet connection
Check these areas if you stop receiving notifications or something doesn’t look right. Also, clarify with match partners what the notification means if you’re unsure, as certain icons (like speech bubbles vs. hexagons) indicate very different things.
Read More: What Happens When You Send a Message on Bumble? A Complete, Human-Written 2025 Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does the yellow dot mean next to a person’s photo in Bumble?
A: You have an unread message from that person—tap to read and reply.
Q: I got a notification with a hexagon icon, not a chat bubble—what’s the difference?
A: Hexagon (honeycomb) = system update or feature alert; speech bubble = new message or chat from another user.
Q: Can you control which notifications Bumble sends?
A: Yes, through the Notification Settings in both the app and Bumble Web. Choose by type and frequency.
Q: How do you know if someone SuperSwiped you?
A: You’ll get a yellow heart icon alert and a highlighted profile notification.
Q: Why did my Bumble notification sound different?
A: The app has unique sounds for matches, messages, SuperSwipes, and special events so you can identify activity instantly.
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