Status Butler is a free and extremely flexible status manager for slack. Whether communicating end-of-workday or planning vacations, Status Butler offers both recurring and one-time event scheduling, all from the Home tab in Slack.
Hey ProductHunt!
I'm Aziz 👨🏽💻, a software developer from Düsseldorf, Germany.
I'm all about creating functional and useful tools, and that's exactly what Status Butler is all about!
Ever feel like you're constantly updating your Slack status or forgetting to turn on DND when you need to focus deeply? Status Butler is your free Slack status manager that puts you back in control.
## Here's what Status Butler can do for you:
- Flexible Scheduling: Plan ahead and stay focused! No more scrambling! Set recurring statuses and DND for specific days, times, or even entire weeks.
- One-Time Status: Simple and efficient. Need a quick status update for a meeting or vacation? Set it and forget it!
- Simple Interface (No external website): Effortlessly create and manage your schedules in just a few clicks in the home tab in Slack.
## But wait, there's more! (in progress )
As a solo dev, I'm constantly building new features for Status Butler, including:
- External API: Control your status remotely and automate workflows. Unlock the power of automation!
- Custom Automations: Build your own automations based on triggers and actions. 🪄 Make Status Butler work for you!
## Call to Action:
I'm trying to get this free app on the slack app store. For that the app needs to be installed on 10 workspaces. So if you want to help please install the app in your workspace.
I'm really passionate about making Status Butler the ultimate Slack status management tool, and I can't do it without your help! Give Status Butler a try today (it's free!) and let me know what you think! Your honest feedback is invaluable.
Drop a comment below and tell me:
- What are your biggest challenges with managing your Slack status?
- What features would be most helpful for you?
Let's build a better way to manage your Slack presence together!
Congrats on the launch! Just curious, what was the problem/challenge that motivated you to build this product? :)
As a freelancer collaborating with teams on Slack, clear status updates are crucial.
For teams that rely on Slack for daily operations, a flexible status manager like this could streamline workflows effectively.
As a Slack user, having a tool like this to manage status updates sounds like a productivity booster.
Status Butler is a game-changer for keeping everyone in the loop! Its seamless integration and real-time updates make project management a breeze. Highly recommend it
"I've been using Status Butler for a while, and it's incredible how much it has streamlined our team's communication. The automation features save us so much time
Status Butler is exactly what our team needed! It keeps everyone informed and aligned without the need for constant check-ins. It's a must-have tool for any team
Impressed with Status Butler's ability to keep track of project statuses and updates. It’s user-friendly and efficient – a great addition to our workflow
This Slack status manager seems super handy for keeping team communication organized.
The one-time status updates are perfect for quick changes. It’s made my day-to-day Slack usage much smoother.
The upcoming custom automations sound fantastic. Can’t wait to build my own workflows!
The DND feature helps me manage my focus time better. It’s exactly what I needed.
I love how Status Butler integrates directly into Slack. It’s so convenient and easy to use.
The simple interface is great. Managing my status has never been easier. Thanks for this awesome tool!
The ability to set statuses for specific times and days is a huge help. It’s so flexible and useful.
I appreciate how user-friendly the interface is. Everything I need is right in the home tab of Slack.
About Status Butler on Product Hunt
“Scheduled status updates right from the Hometab in Slack”
Status Butler launched on Product Hunt on July 4th, 2024 and earned 137 upvotes and 14 comments, placing #17 on the daily leaderboard. Status Butler is a free and extremely flexible status manager for slack. Whether communicating end-of-workday or planning vacations, Status Butler offers both recurring and one-time event scheduling, all from the Home tab in Slack.
Status Butler was featured in Slack (72.2k followers), Productivity (652k followers) and Remote Work (4k followers) on Product Hunt. Together, these topics include over 137k products, making this a competitive space to launch in.
Who hunted Status Butler?
Status Butler was hunted by Aziz Da. A “hunter” on Product Hunt is the community member who submits a product to the platform — uploading the images, the link, and tagging the makers behind it. Hunters typically write the first comment explaining why a product is worth attention, and their followers are notified the moment they post. Around 79% of featured launches on Product Hunt are self-hunted by their makers, but a well-known hunter still acts as a signal of quality to the rest of the community. See the full all-time top hunters leaderboard to discover who is shaping the Product Hunt ecosystem.
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