How do I set up task alerts?

A smart task alert notifies you of new tasks that may interest you, based on your previous activity or keywords in your Airtasker account.

You can receive these alerts via push notifications and email, keeping you informed about relevant tasks nearby. Notifications only show the task title, so the reason for the alert may not be clear until you view the task.

Setting Up Task Alerts

Web:

1. Log in to your Airtasker account.
2. Click your profile icon (top right) and select Settings
3. Select Task alerts
4. Add keywords for tasks of interest

iOS or Android App:

1. Log in to the Airtasker App
2. Tap 'Account' in the bottom menu
3. Select Set up task alerts
4. Add keywords for tasks of interest

Optimising Task Alerts

You can optimise alerts by setting a specific location, choosing in-person or online tasks, and adding keywords on the task alerts settings page.

For keywords, use clear descriptions (up to 5 words) to refine alerts.

Specific keywords like ‘small hedge trimming’ or ‘Ikea furniture assembly’ yield precise notifications. For broader alerts, use vague keywords like ‘gardening’ or ‘photography’.

Avoiding Unwanted Alerts

If you receive irrelevant alerts, start by adding keywords to personalise your notifications.

Check your keywords; if they appear in the task title or description, an alert will be sent, which may lead to irrelevant notifications.

For instance, having ‘paint’ as a keyword might alert you to tasks like "clean my car, don’t scratch the paint".

If you get unwanted alerts, consider refining your keywords and optimising your settings as suggested above.