Direct Answer: When Slack presence misrepresents real working hours, the safest fix is clear schedules, honest status context, and policy‑safe tools that keep presence aligned with real availability.

If you want schedule‑based availability that reflects real work hours, see Idle Pilot or start free.

Slack Presence Misalignment: Risks and Safer Alternatives

Why it happens

Auto‑away flips and unclear expectations create confusion. People look for workarounds, but device hacks introduce policy and security risk.

Options

1. Clear working hours + status: lowest risk.
2. DND schedules: protects focus time with context.
3. Schedule‑based presence: recommended when auto‑away flips during real work hours.

Step-by-step

1. Publish working hours in your profile.
2. Use status text to explain focus time or meetings.
3. Avoid device hacks and unapproved extensions.
4. Use schedule‑based presence if auto‑away is the real issue.

Risks / policy considerations

• Avoid scripts, USB devices, or extensions that conflict with IT policy.
• Keep schedules aligned with real working hours.

Summary: align presence with real availability, not device tricks. For the schedule‑first approach, visit the Slack presence scheduler hub or Keep Slack Active.