Claude Code push notifications now alert developers when long tasks finish or input is needed, according to a product update from Anthropic on April 30, 2026. The feature allows developers to step away from their terminal while remaining informed about task completion status.
The new capability integrates mobile device notifications with Claude’s development environment. When enabled, users will receive real-time alerts on their phones rather than monitoring their screen continuously during extended operations.
How to Enable Claude Code Push Notifications
Enabling the feature requires three steps. First, users must install the Claude mobile app on their device. Next, they pair the mobile application by running the /remote-control command followed by /config in their development environment. Finally, users enable the “Push when Claude decides” option within the configuration settings.
The setup process integrates mobile device pairing with remote control capabilities. Once configured, the system manages notifications automatically based on task progress and input requirements without additional user intervention.
Technical Implementation and Workflow Benefits
The notification system works by monitoring long-running processes within Claude Code. When tasks complete or Claude requires developer input to continue, the system sends an immediate alert to the paired mobile device. This approach reduces unnecessary context-switching and allows developers to work on other priorities while waiting for operations to finish.
The feature particularly benefits developers working with resource-intensive operations such as machine learning model training, large file processing, or complex data transformations. Rather than keeping terminal windows visible continuously, developers can maintain productivity elsewhere until notified of completion or blockers.
Documentation and Further Details
Anthropic published comprehensive documentation covering implementation details and configuration options for the push notification feature. The documentation includes troubleshooting steps and best practices for managing notifications across multiple active projects simultaneously.
The update reflects ongoing development of Claude Code as a productivity tool for software engineers and technical professionals. Future iterations may expand notification capabilities to include task-specific alerts, priority-based delivery, and customizable notification schedules based on developer preferences.
Source: X (@ClaudeDevs)
