Archive a CivicSend Message

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CivicSend does not have an archive for messages. However, you can prevent messages from being public by assigning them an expiration date. This article shows how to use the Message Expiration option.

Instructions

  1. Sign in to your site

  2. Navigate to Modules and select Content. Then click CivicSend:

    CivicSend is highlighted in the Municipal Websites Central navigation menu for easy access.

  3. Navigate to the Message Type section. Follow the instructions to create a Template Message in CivicSend:

    Select between the template and quick message options for sending a message. The Template option is highlighted.

  4. Select the box next to Want Your Message to have a Public Expiration Date?:

    A process showing a highlighted checkbox option for sending a message with an expiration date.

  5. Click on the Stop Public Display on field:

    Finalizing message settings, including subscriber list and a highlighted public display expiration date.

  6. Select a Message Expiration Date:

    Calendar for October 2026, highlighting the date 31 for selection.

  7. Ensure that everything is correct, and select Send Now to send the message:

    Finalizing message settings for City Council email and SMS subscribers before sending. The Send Now button is highlighted.