iMessage notification example
The classic Dad reply. One message. Perfect timing.
Free iPhone notification maker
Create custom iPhone lock screen notifications with realistic animations. Download a PNG image or export an MP4 video.
- No sign-up
- No app needed
- Free PNG & MP4
iPhone 17
iPhone Air · motion reference
Your notifications
1 notification
Add a notification to start your story.
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Start with an iPhone notification example, then make it your own.
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How to make a fake iPhone notification
Choose an app
Pick Messages, WhatsApp, Instagram or another app. Create a custom app to use your own icon.
Write your story
Edit the sender and message, add a photo, and set when each notification appears. Drag the list to change the order.
Save the result
Download the current frame as a PNG or export the animation as an MP4. An account is never required.
Create animated iPhone notifications
Mocknotif is a free online notification generator for iPhone lock screen mockups, memes, and short videos. Set when each message appears, choose a wallpaper, and adjust the glass effect in light or dark appearance.
Make your own- App icons or contact photos
- Use an app icon for an alert, or a contact photo with a small app badge for a message.
- Titles, groups and subjects
- Add a group name to a chat, a subject to an email or a subtitle to an app notification. Leave it empty for a shorter card.
- Set the timing of each notification
- Choose when each message appears to build a story, reveal a punchline or pace your product demo.
- Images and animation
- PNG images are free and watermark-free. Free MP4 videos include a small mocknotif.com watermark.
Frequently asked questions
A few details before you export.
How do I make a fake iPhone notification?
Choose an app, write the sender and message, and set when the notification appears. Customize the lock screen, preview the result, then open Export to save a PNG image or an animated MP4 video.
Can I create an animated notification video?
Yes. Add notifications and set their appearance times to make them arrive one after another. Preview the animation, then open Export and choose Export video to generate an MP4 in your browser. Video export requires a supported browser. PNG image export is also available.
Can I download a notification screenshot?
Yes. Move the preview to the moment you want to capture, then open Export and choose Save image. Download the current frame as a PNG, free and without a watermark.
Can I make iMessage, WhatsApp and Instagram notifications?
Yes. Choose Messages for an iMessage-style notification, or pick WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, Telegram, Gmail and other included apps. Use an app icon or a contact photo with an app badge. Open All apps to browse or create a custom app with your own name and icon.
Is Mocknotif free to use?
Yes. You can edit notifications and export images or videos for free, without signing up. PNG images have no watermark. Free MP4 videos include a small mocknotif.com watermark.
Do I need to install an app or create an account?
No. The editor works in your browser. Your current draft is saved in this browser on this device, so you can return to it later. After exporting, download your file or use Share / Save when your browser supports file sharing.
Are these real iPhone notifications?
They are creative mockups for fictional scenes, social videos and product demos. Mocknotif generates an image or animation and does not send push notifications or connect to the apps shown. Mocknotif is independent and is not affiliated with Apple.