How online status works on Shove

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Have you ever wondered how the online status feature works in the Shove browser extension? While it's a useful tool for knowing when your friends are available to receive a shove, it's important to understand that the online status feature works differently than you might think.

Firstly, it's important to know that Shove doesn't track whether or not you're actively using your browser. The online badge simply indicates that your browser is open, making it possible for others to send you a shove. This means that you don't need to worry about Shove monitoring your activity or invading your privacy.

If you send a shove to someone who is currently online, it will open in their browser, allowing them to view the tab that you sent. However, if the person is shown as offline, either because they've set themselves as invisible in settings or because their browser is closed, the shove will appear in their missed list. This means that they can still access the tab later, even if they weren't online when you sent it.

It's important to note that the online status feature in Shove is simply a tool for knowing when your friends are available to receive a shove. It doesn't track your activity or monitor your online behavior. Instead, it simply indicates whether or not your browser is open, allowing others to send you a shove if you're available.