Why does Teams change my status based on a scheduled meeting, even if I don't join the meeting

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Why does Teams change my status based on a scheduled meeting, even if I don't join the meeting

Suleman Khalid 0

Why does Teams change status based on a scheduled meeting?

It changes status to "In a meeting", even if I don't join the meeting.

Teams status should reflect my current availability, not my calendar. (THESE ARE TWO DIFFERENT APPS)

This makes it difficult to understand whether a person is truly busy or not.

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Darren-Ng 3,810 Microsoft External Staff Moderator

Dear @Suleman Khalid

Thank you for posting your question in the Microsoft Q&A forum.

Based on your description, I understand how frustrating it can be when it changes status to "In a meeting even if you don't join the meeting. Could you please let us know that issue occurs on Teams web or Teams desktop app?
In the meantime, here are some suggestions you can try

1. Have you tried to reset status of your account?

if not, try to click Status below your account profile in Teams--> then choose Reset status as attached screenshot below

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2. Un****register the new Teams as the chat app for Microsoft 365

Open the New Teams app on your desktop.
Click 3 dots beside your profile picture (top-right)
Go to Settings → General.
Uncheck the box: “Register Teams as the chat app for Microsoft 365”.
Restart Teams and Outlook to apply changes.

I hope information above helpful, if you have any other questions, please feel free to reach out

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Darren-Ng 3,810 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-09-11T02:46:16.93+00:00

Dear @Suleman Khalid

Just checking in to see if the above information was helpful. If you have any further updates on this issue, please feel free to post back. If you think my reply is helpful to you, please remember to mark it as an answer. Warm thanks.
Darren-Ng 3,810 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-09-16T00:02:36.1766667+00:00

Dear @Suleman Khalid
I hope this message finds you well.

This is my second follow-up to check whether your issue has been resolved. I truly want to ensure your experience is as smooth as possible. If your problem is still ongoing or if you have faced any new difficulties, please share more details about the current steps you are stuck on. I am here and happy to provide further help whenever you need it.

While waiting for your response, I will continue tracking other customer questions on the forum to ensure everyone receives timely support. If you have additional questions, please feel free to tag my name in your reply so I can assist you promptly and more personally.

Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Suleman Khalid 0 Reputation points

2025-10-22T07:21:44.4666667+00:00

This is related to the "Teams desktop app"

Manually changing the status to available and "reset status" options work, but Teams should not say "In Meeting" when I am clearly not in the meeting.
Darren-Ng 3,810 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-10-22T23:22:20.7866667+00:00

Dear @Suleman Khalid,

Thank you for your update

I'm glad your issue was resolved, If the answer is helpful, please click "Accept Answer" and kindly upvote it so other users who have the similar issue can find helpful information. If you have any other questions, please feel free to reach out, I'm happy to support you again.

Thank you for your kindness, have a nice day!

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