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Frequently Asked Questions
Getting started
Which XenForo versions does it support?Talmyric Staff Away is designed for XenForo 2.3.x, starting with 2.3.0.
Who can use it?
Users need Display user as staff enabled and the Manage own Staff Away status permission.
Where do I manage my away status?
Open your account menu and select Staff Away.
Scheduling your absence
Can I start an absence immediately?Yes. Leave the start date blank.
Can I leave my return date open-ended?
Yes. Leave the expected return blank. Your status remains active until you end it.
Which timezone does the schedule use?
Your account timezone. Return times in automatic messages use the receiving member’s timezone.
What if I return early?
Click Back now. It ends your absence and clears the schedule while keeping your note, alternative contact, and notification preferences.
Messages and alerts
Can I use conversation replies without mention DMs?Yes. They have separate staff controls. Administrators can also disable mention DMs globally.
Can I enable alerts without automatic DMs?
Yes. Away alerts are controlled separately.
Will members receive a notice every time they contact me?
The default throttle allows another notice about the same staff member after 24 hours. Conversations and mentions share that interval. Administrators can change it or set it to 0 to remove the time limit.
Does it reply inside closed conversations?
No. An away alert may still be sent if enabled.
Will automatic replies mark my messages as read?
No. Incoming conversation messages remain unread until you read them.
Does it replace normal mention notifications?
No. Normal mention notifications are preserved. Away notices follow XenForo’s mention visibility and processing rules.
Badge and appearance
Where does the away badge appear?In standard post user panels, member profiles, member cards, and member-list rows—including the staff list. Custom styles may require adjustments.
How do members see my away message?
By hovering over, focusing on, or tapping the Staff away badge. The tooltip includes your note, alternative contact, and expected return when provided.
Can I customize the badge?
Yes. Go to Appearance → Styles → your style → Style properties → Talmyric Staff Away.
Privacy and alternative contacts
Is my away message private?No. Your note, alternative contact, and expected return can appear publicly in the badge tooltip and in automatic notices. Avoid including confidential information.
Does the alternative contact receive messages automatically?
No. The field provides contact information only. It does not forward messages, notify that person, or add them to a conversation.