MENLO PARK, Calif. – Facebook announced a new feature today. Users can now pause their active status. This gives people more control over their online presence.
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The active status shows when someone is online or recently used Facebook. A green dot appears next to their name. Friends see this dot in chat and other places. Sometimes people want to browse without others knowing they are online. The new pause option solves this problem.
Turning on the pause is simple. Users find the setting inside their Facebook profile. They click on “Active Status”. Then they select “Pause Active Status”. This stops the green dot from showing. Friends will not see when the user is online. The user can still see friends’ active statuses. They can change the setting back anytime.
People asked for this feature. Many users want quiet time online. They don’t always want others knowing they are active. This pause helps with privacy. It helps manage social expectations. It lets people use Facebook without pressure to reply immediately.
“We listen to our users,” said a Facebook spokesperson. “People told us they need breaks. They need moments unseen. This pause button gives them that choice easily. It’s about putting control in their hands.”
The update reflects a focus on user wellbeing. Facebook understands constant availability can be stressful. Offering tools to manage visibility is important. This feature supports healthier digital habits.
The pause feature is available now. It works on the Facebook mobile app. It also works on the Facebook website. All users can access it globally. Facebook plans no changes to other status indicators. This update is solely for the active status green dot.
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The company encourages users to explore the new setting. They believe it will make the Facebook experience better for many. Feedback is welcome through the app’s help section.
