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Sick Slack Status Examples for Offline, Working Sick & Slow Replies
A good sick day Slack status should answer two questions quickly: are you working at all, and when should teammates expect you back? Use one of the examples below for everything from being fully out sick to working slowly while under the weather.
Copy and paste Slack status examples
Slack keeps the emoji and text in separate fields. Copy each one below, or use AutoStatus to set them together.
Sick but working
Sick but working, slow repliesOnline, but not at normal response speedUnder the weather, checking periodicallyYou will review Slack occasionally but not instantly
Out sick and offline
Out sick, restingCompletely offline and not checking SlackOffline sick day, contact SamYou are out and teammates may need a backup
Resting, back tomorrowA full sick day with a clear return expectation
Not feeling 100%
Stepping away for medsShort breaks during a sick but working dayNot feeling 100%Letting teammates know your availability may vary
Lunch + meds breakA temporary status for food, rest, or medication
Caring for family
Home with a sick kidFamily care days with intermittent availabilityWorkplace etiquette
Be clear without oversharing.
A sick day status should give teammates the availability signal they need without asking you to share personal health details.
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Sick but working
If you are online but moving slower than usual, say that directly. A status like “Sick but working, slow replies” prevents teammates from assuming you are fully available while still making it clear they can reach you for urgent things.
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Out sick and offline
When you are fully resting, avoid vague messages like just an emoji. Use a status that says you are out sick and include an expiration so people know whether to wait, escalate, or ask someone else.
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Not feeling well or not 100%
For mild sick days, a softer status works well. “Not feeling 100%” gives context without oversharing and sets expectations around delayed responses.
Frequently asked questions
What should I put as my Slack status when I am sick?+
Use a short status that says whether you are offline or working slowly, such as “Out sick, resting” or “Sick but working, slow replies.” Add an expiration so it clears automatically.
How do I say I am sick but still working on Slack?+
Be direct and set expectations: “Sick but working, slow replies” or “Under the weather, online for urgent messages.” This tells teammates you are reachable but not fully available.
Should a sick day Slack status include an end time?+
Yes. An end time helps teammates know whether your status is current and prevents an old sick status from staying up after you return.
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Out sick today, clear tomorrow morning
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Out sick, resting
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