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Lock-screen notification mockup generator

TextLab renders a notification the way it appears on a locked iPhone — the frosted card, the app icon, the sender and message, the timestamp. Type your text, set the details, and export a transparent PNG you can drop onto any lock-screen background.

It's the go-to for app-concept shots, launch teases and 'imagine getting this notification' posts. Because it's matched to the real lock-screen banner, it composites onto a wallpaper photo and reads as a genuine screen.

How it works

  1. 1Type your text in the tool above.
  2. 2Pick a style and tweak the color, dark mode or background.
  3. 3Export a pixel-accurate PNG — transparent, no watermark.

What people use it for

  • Mock up a push for an app pitch or concept
  • Composite a notification onto a wallpaper shot
  • Tease a launch or announcement
  • Build a 'you just got…' social graphic

Frequently asked questions

Can I customize the app icon and sender?

Yes. The sender and message are editable so the banner matches your scenario.

Can I place it over my own wallpaper?

Yes — export the notification as a transparent PNG and composite it onto any background.

How is this different from the Messages notification style?

This one renders the frosted lock-screen banner; the Messages notification style renders the banner that drops in over an unlocked screen.

Is it free?

Yes, standard PNG export is free and watermark-free.

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