I noticed that my AeroPress Steel seal stays compressed inside the chamber when I store it with the plunger inside. Is that a problem?Updated 2 hours ago

No — this is completely normal and won’t damage your seal. Early AeroPress models used natural rubber seals that could wear out faster if stored compressed inside the chamber, but the current AeroPress Steel uses a durable silicone seal that doesn’t fatigue under compression. You can safely store your plunger inside the chamber without affecting the seal’s lifespan.