Confluence

Confluence is a team workspace platform for companies to create, organize, and collaborate on documents, project plans, and internal knowledge in one shared place.

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atlassian.com/software/confluence

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How to disable custom statuses in a Confluence space

Here is how to disable custom statuses in a confluence space

First click on "Spaces" in the left sidebar
Next click on the "View all spaces" option
From the list, click the space you want to manage to open it
Then click on the "three dots" button next to the space name in the sidebar
From the dropdown menu, select the "Space settings" option
In the left sidebar, click on "General"
Select the "Avatars and status" menu
Next, make sure that “Content statuses” is enabled
Then, locate the "Create custom statuses" option
Finally, turn off the toggle to disable custom statuses in the space

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Why should you disable custom statuses in a Confluence space

Confluence is a powerful collaboration tool designed to help teams organize and share information seamlessly.

Among its many features, managing the status of tasks and projects can be personalized through custom statuses. However, the option to disable custom statuses in a Confluence space is incredibly beneficial for users seeking a streamlined workflow.

By disabling custom statuses, teams can maintain uniformity and simplicity, ensuring that everyone is on the same page without unnecessary complexity. This enhances clarity and communication efficiency across the board.

Last update

June 12, 2026

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