How to stop automated sends without data loss?

Safely pausing automated sends:

Pause, do not delete:

Stop workflow execution, not the workflow itself

Preserve queued messages if possible

Keep trigger data intact

ESP-specific approaches:

Most ESPs have pause/resume for automations

Some allow queue management

Check documentation for your platform

Documentation:

Record what was paused and when

Note any messages that were in-flight

Track what needs to resume later

Communication:

Alert relevant teams about paused automations

Plan for backlog handling on resume

Pausing preserves options. Deleting loses data and context.

Anchor the fleet, do not scuttle it. Document positions for later resumption.