Sign in automatically and set your online status

Windows Live Messenger can sign you in automatically and set your status when you connect to the Internet. The sign-in automatically tool is useful on a private computer. However, if you use a public or shared computer, others can access your account if you select Remember my password.

Set Messenger to sign you in automatically.

In the Messenger sign-in window, enter your e-mail address and password.
Select the Remember me and the Remember my password check boxes.
Select the Sign me in automatically check box to turn on automatic sign-in.
Your selections take effect the next time you open Messenger.

Tips

To set your status, click the arrow button next to Status, and then select the status you want Messenger to display when you sign in.
To remove your sign-in information, clear the Remember Me and the Remember my Password check boxes.

Note

If you're using Windows Vista and have your Presentation Settings enabled, you won't be interrupted by notifications when your status is set to Busy.