Introduction
On-screen notifications in BuddyBoss inform users of new mentions, messages, or events. By design, these notifications have a 30-second delay before appearing on a user’s open page. This guide explains why the delay exists, what to expect when navigating your site, and how future updates aim to improve real-time delivery.
How On-Screen Notifications Work
30-Second Polling
The system checks for new notifications every 30 seconds, so there’ll always be a brief wait before they appear.
Current Tab Only
Notifications render on pages already open in your browser. They do not show on newly opened tabs or after a page reload until the next polling cycle completes.
Future Improvements
BuddyBoss is working toward true real-time notifications using WebSockets or similar technology in a future release.
Troubleshooting and FAQs
Q: I posted a comment but the notification didn’t show for over 30 seconds—why?
A: Ensure your browser tab remains open and active. If you switched away or reloaded the page, you won’t see the notification until the next polling interval on that tab.
Q: Will notifications appear if I open a new tab?
A: No. New tabs start without prior state. After the first polling cycle (up to 30 seconds), they will fetch any pending notifications.
Q: Can I reduce the 30-second delay?
A: Not via settings. The 30-second interval balances server load and responsiveness. Real-time updates are planned in an upcoming feature release.
Q: How will real-time notifications work in the future?
A: BuddyBoss plans to integrate WebSocket-based push delivery so notifications arrive instantly without polling. Watch the BuddyBoss Roadmap for updates on this enhancement.
