So, me and a few other members ran into this problem where we the forums weren't showing that we were online. I figured it out with a little help from Nightshade, and am going to show everyone how to do it.
1. Click on Tools
2. Click on Options
Once this screen pops up:
1. Click on Privacy
2. Check the box that says "Allow my online status to be shown on the web".
Thank you, now your status will reflect what it really is.