# Alert words Zulip lets you to specify **alert words or phrases** that notify you whenever the alert word is included in a message. {settings_tab|alert-words} 1. Add a word or phrase. 1. Click **Add alert word**. !!! tip "" Alert words are case-insensitive. ## Related articles * [Notification settings](/help/pm-mention-alert-notifications) for alert words, PMs, and @-mentions