Release one held Postfix message
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.
cautionwritenetworkrequires privileges Safer first steppostqueue -pConfirm that the message is safe to deliver before releasing it. Compatibility
LinuxVerified for Linux using posix, bash, zsh syntax.
Operational knowledgereview due 2027-01-19
Requirementspostsuperpostsuper must be installed and available on PATH.Network accessThe target must be reachable from the current environment.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: released from 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-HOptionConfigures postsuper with the -H option.
03<postfix-queue-id>ParameterA value supplied in the Fill parameters section.
Example input
postsuper -H 4D92A2F18C
Example output
postsuper: 4D92A2F18C: released from hold
postsuper: Released from hold: 1 message
Illustrative output — exact values vary by system and data.
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