Place one Postfix queued message on hold
Build a paste-ready command, then review its compatibility and effects before running it.
postsuper -h <postfix-queue-id>Complete required fields to copy the generated command.
cautionwriterequires privileges Safer first steppostqueue -pReview the queue and confirm the queue ID before holding it. Compatibility
LinuxVerified for Linux using posix, bash, zsh syntax.
Operational knowledgereview due 2027-01-19
Requirementspostsuperpostsuper must be installed and available on PATH.Elevated accessReview the exact scope before using an elevated account.
Version supportpostsuper Current supported releasesVerified for linux using posix, bash, zsh syntax; consult compatibility notes for platform-specific differences.
Expected signalspostsuper: 4D92A2F18C: placed on holdRepresentative successful output; values vary with the selected target and system state.
Known errorspostsuper: command not foundpostsuper is missing or is not available on PATH.Permission deniedThe current identity does not have the required access.
Verifypostsuper -h {{queueId}}Re-run the corresponding read-only inspection and confirm the intended state.Rollback noteNo universal automatic rollback is available. Capture the current state and use the tool-specific recovery procedure before applying changes.
Command breakdown
01postsuperCommandRuns the postsuper stage of this one-liner.
02-hOptionRequests human-readable units or command help, depending on the tool.
03<postfix-queue-id>ParameterA value supplied in the Fill parameters section.
Example input
postsuper -h 4D92A2F18C
Example output
postsuper: 4D92A2F18C: placed on hold
postsuper: Placed on hold: 1 message
Illustrative output — exact values vary by system and data.
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