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How to turn off office hours in HelpScout

Here is how to turn off office hours in helpscout

  1. First click on "Manage" dropdown in the header.
  2. Then select "Company" from the dropdown menu.
  3. Next click on "Office Hours" in the left sidebar.
  4. Finally, toggle the "Status" switch off to disable office hours

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Why should you turn off office hours in HelpScout

Help Scout is a versatile customer service platform designed to streamline communication and improve customer experiences.

In Help Scout, the ability to turn off office hours is a flexible feature that allows businesses to manage their response times effectively. By utilizing this feature, teams can ensure 24/7 availability, enabling support agents to respond to inquiries at any time without being bound by traditional office schedules.

This flexibility enhances customer satisfaction as it ensures timely responses, thereby fostering customer trust and building stronger relationships with your audience.

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April 21, 2026
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