Quick answer
Type @remind followed by a date and time (like @remind tomorrow at 3pm) inside any Notion page to create an inline reminder. Notion turns it into a blue tag—click it to adjust the exact date, time, timezone, and how far in advance you want the notification sent.
Steps at a glance
- Open the Notion page where you want the reminder
- Type @remind followed by a date or time
- Click the blue reminder tag to open the calendar editor
- Adjust date, time, timezone, and advance notice
- Confirm the reminder; it turns red when due or overdue
- Use database Date properties for recurring reminders
- Check reminders on mobile through push notifications
Summary
Notion's reminder feature lets you flag any page, block, or database entry with a due date so you get notified exactly when it matters. You can create one-off reminders inline with a simple text command or build recurring reminders directly into a database's Date property.
Step-by-step guide
Step 1
Open the page for your reminder
Navigate to any Notion page, note block, or item in a task tracker where you want to set a reminder. Reminders work inside regular text blocks, to-do lists, and database entries alike.
Step 2
Type the @remind command
Click into a text block and type @remind followed by a date, time, or both — for example, @remind tomorrow, @remind Friday at 5pm, or @remind June 15 9am. As soon as you finish typing, Notion converts the text into a blue reminder tag.
Step 3
Open the reminder calendar
Click directly on the blue tag to open a small calendar window. This popup lets you fine-tune every detail of the reminder before it locks in.
Step 4
Set the exact date, time, and advance notice
Inside the calendar window, adjust the date and time, choose your timezone, and pick how far in advance you want the alert — for instance, 30 minutes or a full day before the deadline. You can also switch the date format to match your regional preference.
Step 5
Confirm and track the reminder
Close the calendar window and the tag stays embedded in your page. The tag turns red automatically when it hits @Today or becomes overdue, giving you a quick visual cue without needing to check a notification.
Step 6
Add reminders to database properties
For recurring deadlines, open a database and add a Date property to each entry, then toggle on the reminder option within that property. This works well alongside a kanban board where every card needs its own due-date alert.
Step 7
Check reminders on mobile
Install the Notion mobile app and sign in with the same account; reminders you create on desktop sync automatically and trigger push notifications. You can also type @remind directly inside the mobile app to set a new reminder on the go.
Why this matters
You're juggling deadlines across notes, tasks, and projects, and sticky notes or memory alone won't cut it. Setting reminders in Notion means the platform pings you automatically at the right moment, so meeting prep, invoice due dates, and follow-ups never slip through the cracks.
Frequently asked questions
Can I set reminders in Notion without a paid plan?
Yes, inline reminders and Date property reminders are available on Notion's free plan with no restrictions on how many you create.
Can I set a recurring reminder?
The @remind command creates one-time reminders. For recurring alerts, use a database Date property on a template row, or recreate the reminder each cycle using [templates](/guides/notion/add-templates).
Will reminders show up on my phone?
Yes, as long as you're signed into the same Notion account on the mobile app and have push notifications enabled, reminders sync and alert you there too.
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