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Alerts & Notification Configuration

Configure alert rules, notification channels, and per-vehicle preferences.

Last updated April 17, 2026

The Notifications module configures what events trigger alerts and how they are delivered. Notifications are delivered via Web Push (browser) and Mobile Push (app) channels.

Alert Types#

TypeTriggerExample Use Case
IgnitionEngine turned ON or OFFDetect unauthorized starts, track working hours
GeofenceVehicle enters or exits a geofence zoneDelivery arrival tracking, restricted area breach
Over SpeedVehicle exceeds configured speed limitSafety enforcement, speed policy compliance
PowerGPS tracker power connected/disconnectedDetect device tampering or removal
AlarmDevice SOS, tamper, or panic signalEmergency response, security alerts

Configuration Steps#

  1. Open Notifications from the sidebar
  2. In the Basic section, toggle per-vehicle alerts: Vehicle (master switch), Ignition, Alarm
  3. In the Over Speed section, configure speed threshold alerts
  4. In the Geofence section, configure zone entry/exit alerts
  5. Select notification channels: Web Push and/or Mobile Push
  6. Click Save

Per-Vehicle Preferences#

Not every vehicle needs every alert. Customize per vehicle:

ToggleDescription
VehicleMaster on/off switch for all alerts on this vehicle
IgnitionIgnition ON/OFF event notifications
AlarmDevice alarm/emergency notifications
EnabledOverall notification enabled state

Alert Severity#

  • Critical — requires immediate attention
  • Warning — informational, non-urgent

Where Alerts Appear#

  • Dashboard — Recent Alerts widget
  • Notification Bell (header) — dropdown with unread count badge
  • Maps — Vehicle Dock > Events tab
  • Vehicles — Vehicle Detail > Events tab
  • Reports — Alert Report
Warning
Alerts only fire when the device is connected and sending telemetry data. If a device is disconnected, no alerts will be generated.
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