diff --git a/xep-0279.xml b/xep-0279.xml
index 64c35c4e..eae22ae3 100755
--- a/xep-0279.xml
+++ b/xep-0279.xml
@@ -10,7 +10,7 @@
   <abstract>This specification defines a simple XMPP extension that enables a client to discover its external IP address.</abstract>
   &LEGALNOTICE;
   <number>0279</number>
-  <status>Experimental</status>
+  <status>Deferred</status>
   <type>Standards Track</type>
   <sig>Standards</sig>
   <approver>Council</approver>