The whole system is 100% completely up to date. I have just created another admin account to see if my microsoft account was effecting the notification settings but it hasn't helped, the mail app...

I would say as with any windows installation, if you have the patience, go with the clean install every time.

Rob

Okay I have already tried the first method but just tried the registry edit. I changed everything although they were already set, apart from the default password which appears to be missing?

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Hi mate, Yes I have that unchecked.

Thanks for nothing mate, I have the same problem and have done everything everyone has said but to no avail. Are you sure you didn't just change to a local account?

Okay, I upgraded to windows 10 as soon as it released a couple of days ago. Since then I have been tearing my hair out trying to solve the few issues I have. I am about to give up and go back to...