Obsidian Reminders: Get Notified About Your Tasks
Obsidian has no reminders of its own. TaskForge reads the due dates and times on your tasks and turns them into notifications on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Android, and Windows, with several reminders per task, daily summaries, and an app badge. Reminders and notifications are part of Premium.
A due date alone reminds you at 9 AM by default. Add a time and TaskForge notifies you exactly then.
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Get Free - Android What Notification Features Does TaskForge Offer?
Multiple Reminders Per Task
Set multiple notification times for a single task. Get reminded days before, the morning of, and hour before a deadline - all for the same task.
Custom Notification Times
Choose exactly when you want to be notified. Set specific times for due dates, scheduled tasks, and daily summaries to match your routine.
Smart App Badge
Your app icon badge shows the number of incomplete tasks, keeping you aware of your workload at a glance without being intrusive.
Calendar Event Alerts
Turn on calendar event notifications and TaskForge alerts you before events that already carry a reminder in your device calendar.
What Are the Notification Types and Timing Options?
Due Date Notifications
Get notified when tasks are approaching their due date. TaskForge sends reminders based on your configured notification times, helping you stay ahead of deadlines. Notifications need TaskForge Premium.
- Notifications at 9 AM on the due date (default)
- Custom notification times
- Multiple reminders per task (e.g., 1 day before, morning of, 1 hour before)
Time-Based Notifications
For tasks with specific times (⏰ emoji), TaskForge sends notifications at the exact scheduled time, perfect for appointments and time-sensitive tasks.
- Notifications at the exact task time
- Optional advance reminders (15 min, 1 hour, etc.)
- Works with calendar integration
Overdue Notifications
TaskForge reminds you about overdue tasks to help you catch up and stay on track. Configure how often you want to be reminded about overdue items.
- Daily reminders for overdue tasks
- Configurable reminder frequency
- Option to disable overdue reminders per list
How Do I Configure Notifications?
Setting Up Notifications
- 1 Open TaskForge Settings - Tap the gear icon in the top-right corner of the app.
- 2 Navigate to Notifications - Select "Notifications" from the settings menu.
- 3 Enable Notifications - Toggle on "Enable Notifications" and grant permission when prompted.
- 4 Add Daily Summary Times - Under Daily Summaries, add one or more times (e.g., 9 AM, 6 PM). TaskForge will fire a summary notification with your scheduled tasks at each.
- 5 Add Task Reminders - Open a task and add one or more reminders: at the due time, a set time before a due, scheduled or start date, or at a custom time.
- 6 Set App Badge - Enable app badge to show incomplete task count on your home screen icon.
Badge From One Space
Choose which space the app badge counts. Point it at a space of today's tasks and the badge shows only what needs doing today.
Default Reminders for New Tasks
Set default reminders in the task defaults, and every new task gets them without extra taps.
What Actions Can You Take from Notifications?
TaskForge notifications are not just passive alerts - they let you take action on your tasks without even opening the app. This saves time and keeps you in your current workflow while still staying on top of deadlines.
Complete Tasks Directly
When a task reminder arrives, you can mark the task as complete right from the notification. Tap the Complete action and the task is done, and the change is written to your vault file right away. This is especially useful for simple tasks where you just need confirmation that you finished them.
Snooze for Later
Not ready to deal with a task right now? Snooze it for 10 or 30 minutes directly from the notification. TaskForge will remind you again after the snooze period ends. This is perfect for situations where you are in the middle of something and need a gentle nudge later.
Open Task Details
Tap the notification body to jump straight into the task details screen in TaskForge. From there you can edit properties, add notes, change the due date, or reassign priority. This deep link saves you from navigating through lists to find the task.
Works When the App Is Closed
All notification actions work even when TaskForge is not running in the foreground. The app schedules notifications with your device's native notification system, so completing or snoozing a task from a notification is reliable whether the app is open, in the background, or completely closed.
Android Notification Actions
On Android devices, notifications include dedicated Complete and Snooze action buttons that appear directly in the notification shade. You can handle tasks right from the notification shade on supported devices, making it even faster to stay on top of quick action items throughout your day.
How Do I Configure Badge Counts and Daily Summaries?
Badge counts and daily summaries are two features that help you stay aware of your task load without constantly opening the app. Here is how to set them up and get the most out of them.
App Badge Configuration
The TaskForge app badge displays the number of incomplete tasks on your home screen icon. This gives you an at-a-glance sense of how much is on your plate every time you look at your phone or dock. You pick the one space the badge counts in Settings > Notifications, so if you only want urgent tasks reflected in the badge, point it at a space that holds only your high-priority tasks.
Daily Summary Notifications
Enable daily summary notifications to receive a morning overview of what is on your agenda. The summary includes the total number of tasks due today, any overdue items, and a preview of upcoming deadlines. You can configure the delivery time to match your routine - early risers might set it for 6 AM while others prefer 9 AM. The daily summary acts as a gentle daily planning prompt that helps you start each day with a clear picture of your priorities.
Automatic Background Updates
TaskForge runs on your device's scheduled background tasks to keep badge counts and notification schedules accurate even when you are not actively using the app. When tasks change in your vault, whether from another device or from editing directly in Obsidian, the app picks up those changes the next time the OS schedules a background refresh and updates your badges and scheduled notifications accordingly. There is no switch to toggle; iOS and Android decide how often background work runs based on battery state and usage patterns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need Premium for notifications?
Do I need Premium for notifications?
Yes. Notifications are a Premium feature, due date reminders included, along with multiple reminders per task, daily summaries, and the app badge. Monthly and yearly plans start with a 7-day free trial; the lifetime purchase has none.
How do I set multiple reminders for one task?
How do I set multiple reminders for one task?
With Premium, open a task's details and tap "Add Notification". You can add multiple notification times (e.g., 1 day before, morning of, 1 hour before). Each reminder can be customized independently.
Will notifications work if the app is closed?
Will notifications work if the app is closed?
Yes! TaskForge schedules notifications with your device's notification system, so they work even when the app is closed. Background refresh picks up changes to your vault and updates them.
How does the app badge count work?
How does the app badge count work?
The app badge shows how many tasks are in the space you choose. Pick that space in Settings → Notifications → App badge count.
Do notifications sync across devices?
Do notifications sync across devices?
TaskForge has no sync service. Each device schedules its own reminders from the task files on it. When your vault sync brings a changed task to another device, that device updates its reminders the next time the app or a background refresh runs.
Why am I not receiving notifications?
Why am I not receiving notifications?
Check these common issues: 1) Ensure notifications are enabled in TaskForge Settings, 2) Grant notification permission in your device's system settings, 3) Verify your vault is properly connected, 4) Check that a Focus or Do Not Disturb mode is not holding them back. If issues persist, try restarting the app.
Never Miss a Deadline Again
Download TaskForge and set up smart reminders to stay on top of your Obsidian tasks with multiple notifications, custom timing, and intelligent alerts. Explore all notification features or get started with iPhone setup and Android setup.
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