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Can I add data to presence userId?
Can I adjust the timeout period for presence?
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Can I subscribe to presence messages only?
Can I use the same userId by multiple clients?
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Can I use the same userId by multiple clients?

Craig Conover

March 18, 2024 12:34
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No, userIds should be unique among clients (or users) and should not be re-used.

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