Overview: Published vs. Unpublished Articles

Articles can exist in two main states: published and unpublished. Understanding the distinction between these states is important for managing content visibility and workflow.

• Published articles are visible to the public on the live site.
• Unpublished articles are only accessible to users with administrative or editing access.

Key Terms

Published Article: An article that is available and visible to all visitors on the public-facing website.
Unpublished Article: An article that is not visible to the public and can only be accessed through the administrative or editing interface.

• Published articles are intended for public consumption.
• Unpublished articles are typically in draft or review stages.

Why It Matters

Knowing whether an article is published or unpublished helps determine who can view the content and when it is ready for public release. This distinction supports content review processes and ensures only approved information is shared publicly.

• Controls what information is available to the public.
• Supports internal review and editing before publication.