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1. Connect your Slack workspace
Securely link your workspace. We simulate a browser connection, so you do not need to install any apps or bots.
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Automate Slack status
without bots or admin approval
Schedule your availability windows and keep your status consistent during work hours.
No bots | No admin approval | Presence only
Automate my Slack status
Schedule it once. Turn it off anytime.
Automation-ready
Automate Slack status without extra tools
Schedule-based automation that keeps control with you
Automation without bots
Schedule your availability without installing a workspace bot.
No admin approval
Connect with your own account. Nothing to install for your team.
Runs from the cloud
Your status stays consistent even when your laptop sleeps.
Presence only
No message access. Just keep your status aligned with your schedule.
Common automations
Use cases that benefit from scheduling
Keep availability consistent across focus blocks, meetings, and time zones
Focus time
Stay active during deep work without constant device activity.
Meeting-heavy days
Keep your status aligned with your planned meeting blocks.
Distributed teams
Set clear reachability windows across time zones.
How it worksSet it up once
Set it up once
Your Slack status follows your schedule
Takes about 2 minutes on desktop
2. Choose your work hours and time zone
Set the days and hours you want to appear active. We handle time zones automatically.
3. Your status follows your schedule
Idle Pilot keeps your status active during your automation windows.
No Slack app or bot installed
Does not read or send messages
Turn off anytime
Automate my Slack status
Schedule it once. Turn it off anytime.
Why schedule-based wins
Automation without risky workarounds
Stay consistent without bots, scripts, or device hacks
Bots
Often require admin approval and can be restricted by workspace policy.
Device hacks
Depend on a powered-on device and break when your laptop sleeps.
Recommended
Schedule-based presence
Keeps your status aligned with planned hours, even when devices are offline.
High-intent guides
The most searched Slack automation questions
Each guide links back here for scheduling
Slack presence scheduler hub
A full overview of schedule-based Slack presence.
Read guide
Slack status automation guide
How to automate status without losing control of availability.
Read guideSlack status automation for focus time
Use scheduling to protect deep work blocks.
Read guideSchedule Slack status by time zone
Keep availability clear for distributed teams.
Read guideSlack status automation vs bots
Compare automation paths and policy risk.
Read guide
Keep Slack active on a schedule
Schedule-first guidance without mouse jigglers.
Read guideFAQ
Quick answers before you connect
Can I automate Slack status without a bot?
Yes. Schedule-based automation uses your own Slack session without installing a workspace bot.
Is schedule-based automation allowed by Slack?
It uses your own Slack web session. You should follow your workspace policies and Slack terms.
Will this change my custom status message?
No. Idle Pilot focuses on presence and does not overwrite your custom status text.
Does it work across time zones?
Yes. The schedule is tied to your chosen time zone and updates automatically.
Can I pause automation instantly?
Yes. You can pause or adjust your schedule at any time.
Ready to automate Slack status?
Set your schedule once and keep your presence consistent.