diff --git a/xep-0421.xml b/xep-0421.xml
index 835e47ad..d467fc65 100644
--- a/xep-0421.xml
+++ b/xep-0421.xml
@@ -10,7 +10,7 @@
   <abstract>This specification defines a method that allows clients to identify a MUC participant across reconnects and renames. It thus prevents impersonification of anonymous users.</abstract>
   &LEGALNOTICE;
   <number>0421</number>
-  <status>Experimental</status>
+  <status>Deferred</status>
   <type>Standards Track</type>
   <sig>Standards</sig>
   <approver>Council</approver>