How to Set Reminders in Notion for Task Deadlines and Event Notifications

Notion is a powerful all-in-one productivity tool that lets you create notes, databases, wikis, and more. One key feature is its ability to set reminders for tasks and events, ensuring you never miss an important deadline. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to set reminders in Notion using updated methods and best practices.

Step 1: Create a Database or a Page

To set reminders, you can either add them to a database or use a standalone page.
• A database allows you to organize reminders alongside other project details and track progress easily.
• A standalone page gives you a dedicated space for all reminders if you prefer simplicity.

Step 2: Add a Date Property

To set a reminder for a task or event, add a date property to your database or page.

1. Click the + icon within your database or on your page to add a new property.
2. Choose Date or Date & Time as the property type.
3. Name the property (for example, "Deadline" or "Event Date").

Step 3: Assign a Date to Your Task or Event

After adding the date property, assign a specific date to your task or event.

1. Click on the empty field in the date property.
2. A calendar view appears, allowing you to select the desired date.

Step 4: Set a Reminder

Once you’ve assigned a date, it’s time to set a reminder so you get notified before the task is due or the event occurs.

1. Hover over the date field until you see the alarm clock icon.
2. Click the alarm clock icon to open the reminder settings.
3. Choose when you want to be alerted (for example, minutes, hours, or days before the event).
4. Select your desired reminder interval.
5. Optionally, you can enable notifications via email or mobile push notifications based on your account settings.
6. Click Done to save your reminder settings.

Step 5: Customize Reminder Properties (Optional)

For advanced users, Notion allows customization of reminder properties such as icon appearance and color, or even applying custom formulas to tailor reminder behavior.

1. Right-click on the reminder property field.
2. Select Customize from the menu.
3. Change the appearance by choosing a different icon (for example, a bell or alarm clock) or adjusting the color.
4. If needed, add custom formulas to further modify how reminders behave.

Step 6: Receive Reminders

Once reminders are set up, Notion will notify you according to your settings.
• If you enabled email or mobile push notifications, you’ll receive alerts on those devices.
• Within Notion’s interface, visual indicators—such as icon changes or color highlights—will show tasks with active reminders.

Conclusion

Setting reminders in Notion for task deadlines and event notifications is simple yet powerful. By adding a date property to your page or database and customizing your reminder settings, you can manage your tasks effectively and ensure nothing slips through the cracks. With these updated steps and best practices, you can boost your productivity and stay on top of your commitments using Notion’s versatile features.