Default notification settings for all users

[kkurzynski]

We are having trouble with users following the prompt to set up their notification preferences and it's hard to know who isn't receiving notifications. Is there a way for the administrator to set default notifications settings until changed by the user? 

[tross · Accepted solution]

 @kkurzynski   Not currently but there is an open feature idea on this.  We would like this as well.  You might want to vote on this feature request.  https://community.canvaslms.com/ideas/1051-default-notification-settings-profiles-by-user-role 

[nr2522]

Hi,  @kkurzynski ‌.

As tross pointed out, there's no way to do this in the front-end user interface. We updated our user import process. As soon as a new user is created, we use the API to set their notification preferences. You can find the pertinent API documentation at Notification Preferences - Canvas LMS REST API Documentation.

[kkurzynski]

Thanks so much! That is very helpful!

[pwoodley]

We would really like to get access to this feature as well. We have the same issue with students not opting for notifications and missing out on information and com.