How to Appear Offline on Xbox Series X or S
Sometimes you might want to be undisturbed while playing online and don’t want to be messaged by people on your friend list. Here’s how to appear offline on Xbox Series X or S.
How to Change Your Status on Xbox Series X or S
If you’d rather show as online but don’t wish to be disturbed, you can also change your status to Do Not Disturb which means you won’t receive any notifications, messages, or invites until you’ve switched it off. It’s particularly useful when you’re watching a film and don’t wish to be disturbed. Here’s how to do it.
How to Appear Offline on the Xbox Mobile App
It’s possible to use the Xbox mobile app to switch your account to Appear Offline, providing you have your console and phone linked together. Here’s how to do it.
How to Appear Online on Xbox Series X or S
If you want to switch back to appearing online on your Xbox Series X or S, the process is just as simple as before. Here’s what to do.
Why It’s Useful to Appear Offline
Wondering why you might want to appear offline? Here are some scenarios where it’s convenient.
You’re playing a difficult part of a game. If you’re trying to complete a hard part of a game, you don’t want to be disturbed and potentially make a mistake.You’re watching a movie or streaming service. If you’re watching a movie rather than playing a game, you won’t want to be disturbed by constant game invites. You want some alone time. Sometimes, it’s nice to take a step back and take some time out for yourself in an always-on world.
