Every profile update in Heritage Web moves through two key statuses: Publishing Status (live visibility) and Change Status (review workflow). Knowing what each means helps you manage your content lifecycle.
1. Publishing Status
Status | Description |
Never Published | New profiles until first published. |
Active | Live and visible on selected Publications. |
Paused | Temporarily hidden; data retained for edits. |
Pending Payment | Awaiting payment for sponsor listings. |
2. Change Status
Status | Description |
Pending Review | Edits submitted and awaiting Heritage Web approval. |
Approved | Latest changes live; no pending edits. |
Rejected | Edits not approved; see rejection reason and revise draft. |
3. Where to View Statuses
Top of Edit Profile: Publishing status label with action link (e.g., Pause/Unpause).
Under Submit Button: Change status badge showing review state.
4. Next Steps by Status
Pending Review: Monitor email or Dashboard notifications for approval.
Rejected: Click View Rejection to see feedback, revise draft, and resubmit.
Paused: Click Unpause to make your profile live again.
Visual: Status indicators on the Edit Profile header.
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