ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Presence service

Imagine you are at a big party, and everyone is doing something different. Some people are dancing, some are chatting with friends, and some are just sitting quietly. It can be hard to keep track of where everyone is and what they are doing.

A presence service is like a helper at the party who keeps track of where everyone is and what they are doing. It helps you know if someone is available to talk or if they are busy doing something else. It can also tell you if someone is online, like if you are using a messaging app to talk to them.

When you use a presence service, you can see a list of people and what they are doing. Maybe you see that your friend is busy playing a video game, so you know not to bother them with a long message. Or maybe you see that your mom is online, so you can quickly send her a message to say hi.

Overall, a presence service helps you keep track of your friends and family and make sure you are communicating with them in the best way possible.