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dunst replaces desktop notification daemons and supports custom configuration, according to its project page.
About dunst
Dunst is a lightweight replacement for the default notification daemons included with most desktop environments, designed for Linux and other Unix-like systems. It supports both X11 and Wayland natively, has minimal dependencies, and is intended for window manager-centric setups. It offers extensive customization via a simple configuration file, including adjustable fonts, icons, timeouts, and appearance, plus support for hot reloading changes without restart. Additional features include notification history replay, multiple pause levels for custom Do Not Disturb modes, keyboard and mouse controls, multi-monitor support, context menus for accessing notification actions and URLs, and the ability to run custom scripts on matching notifications.
Key features
- Customizable fonts, icons, timeouts, and appearance via config file
- Hot reloading of configuration changes without restart
- Rules to modify look or behavior of matching notifications
- Replay past notifications via keyboard shortcut
- Multiple pause levels for custom Do Not Disturb modes
- Run custom scripts on matching notifications
Best for: Users of Linux and other Unix-like systems seeking a lightweight, highly customizable notification daemon for window manager-centric setups.
Good for
- Lightweight with minimal dependencies, suited for window manager-centric setups
- Natively supports both X11 and Wayland window systems
- Highly customizable via simple configuration file tweaks
dunst at a glance
- Website
- dunst-project.org
- Category
- Software & Utilities › Linux Apps
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Linux, Web
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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dunst FAQ
How do I modify Dunst's configuration settings?
Settings can be changed via a simple configuration file, with support for hot reloading changes without restart.
Can I view notifications that have already disappeared?
Yes, press a keyboard shortcut to replay the last notification, or continue tapping to view notification history.
Does Dunst work with multiple monitors?
Yes, you can set notifications to appear on a specific monitor, or the monitor with active keyboard or mouse focus.
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