How to set offline status on PS5

Playing online games with friends is a great way to have fun on PlayStation 5 (PS5). However, sometimes you also want some privacy and don't want your friends to know you're online.

In this case, you can choose to hide your online status. The implementation is nothing complicated.

How to set offline status on PS5

To change your online status on PS5, first go to the main screen and press the " Up Arrow " key on the controller's D-Pad. Next, press the ' Right Arrow ' button on the D-Pad until you reach the 'Profile Icon' section next to the Settings gear.

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Now press ' X ' on the handle to open the drop-down menu and select ' Online Status ' which appears below your name and profile picture.

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In the drop-down menu, select ' Appear Offline ' to hide your online status. However, it should be noted that even if you enable this option, some older games may 'overwrite' and still show your online status. But this situation is quite rare.

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Set offline status on PS5 app

The PlayStation app also allows you to change your online status.

First, open the PlayStation app on your Android or iPhone and sign in to your account. Next, navigate to the ' Play ' tab located in the bottom left corner of the screen (and with the controller icon).

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