diff --git a/xep-0359.xml b/xep-0359.xml
index 5b4f280c..f58e9631 100644
--- a/xep-0359.xml
+++ b/xep-0359.xml
@@ -12,7 +12,7 @@
   <abstract>This specification describes unique and stable IDs for messages.</abstract>
   &LEGALNOTICE;
   <number>0359</number>
-  <status>Experimental</status>
+  <status>Deferred</status>
   <lastcall>2018-11-03</lastcall>
   <type>Standards Track</type>
   <sig>Standards</sig>