diff --git a/xep-0244.xml b/xep-0244.xml
index 0c85b0cb..06f8edfa 100644
--- a/xep-0244.xml
+++ b/xep-0244.xml
@@ -10,7 +10,7 @@
   <abstract>This specification defines an XMPP protocol extension for handling the input to and output from a remote entity.</abstract>
   &LEGALNOTICE;
   <number>0244</number>
-  <status>Experimental</status>
+  <status>Deferred</status>
   <type>Standards Track</type>
   <sig>Standards</sig>
   <approver>Council</approver>