How Slack decides the green dot — activity detection, the 10-minute auto-away timeout, and what keeps your status green even when you step away from your desk.
Slack mobile goes away faster than desktop because iOS and Android suspend background apps. Learn why your phone drops presence first and how to keep Slack active on any device.
Slack auto-away timer kicks in after inactivity or disconnects. Learn how long until you go away and how to reduce false flips.
What does Slack presence actually mean? Learn active vs away, status vs DND, what managers can usually see, and how to set clearer expectations.
People fake Slack presence because the green dot became a time clock. Here is why device hacks are risky and why schedule-based presence is safer.
A practical guide for cautious employees: avoid device hacks, understand what companies can see, and keep Slack presence aligned with work hours.
