# How to pause a broadcast

Broadcasts in the 'Running' status can be temporarily paused to prevent further messages from being sent.

* Navigate to the broadcast that you want to pause

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* Locate the three dots at the right-most side of the broadcast overview, for more options

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* Click 'Pause' and confirm your selection

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**Things to Keep in Mind:**

* Pausing is only possible **while the broadcast is running**
* Messages that have already been sent **cannot be recalled**
* The broadcast can be resumed later by clicking **Resume**