diff --git a/xep-0214.xml b/xep-0214.xml
index 9491058c..7607e41e 100644
--- a/xep-0214.xml
+++ b/xep-0214.xml
@@ -10,7 +10,7 @@
   <abstract>While a protocol has been described for initiating a file transfer from one user to another, there is not yet a defined way for users to designate a set of files as available for retrieval by other users of their choosing. This extension defines a common syntax for this purpose which is based on PubSub Collections.</abstract>
   &LEGALNOTICE;
   <number>0214</number>
-  <status>Experimental</status>
+  <status>Deferred</status>
   <type>Standards Track</type>
   <jig>Standards JIG</jig>
   <approver>Council</approver>