I don’t want to delete the category, I want to be able to close/lock it so that I can open it up again and allow posting. Is this possible?

Of course. Settings of a category: [IMG_2642] kaikki is everyone. Now it is visible, but only an admin can write.

You should mark post number 2 as the solution. Not only does it give credit to the user who helped but also lets the community know there is a working solution for this issue. Thanks

Thank you! Will do going forward.

How can I lock a category so that nobody can post in it any longer?

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Isla (Technologically clueless) September 15, 2025, 6:48am 3

Thank you! This was so obvious upon reflection, I appreciate you taking the time.

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