Understanding Entry Versions

Contentstack enables you to create and manage multiple versions of an entry. This feature helps you efficiently track changes, compare versions, and restore previous states when necessary.

By default, entry versions are automatically assigned sequential numbers each time an entry is saved (e.g., Version 1, Version 2, and so on).

In addition to the version dropdown, Contentstack offers a dedicated Version History panel accessible from the right sidebar of the entry editor. This panel provides a centralized view of all saved versions, making it easier to track changes, compare versions, and take quick actions.

It presents each version with its corresponding number (or custom name, if assigned), author, timestamp, and status indicators such as Latest, Published, or Scheduled for Publish.

Hovering over any version in the panel reveals quick action icons that allow you to edit the version or compare it side-by-side with the currently selected version.

To make version identification easier, you can assign meaningful names to specific entry versions, such as Production or Development. There is no limit to the number of versions you can create. However, maintaining a manageable number of relevant versions is recommended for better organization.

Note: Custom version names have a maximum limit of 32 characters.

Learn how to assign names to entry versions.

If needed, you can rename an entry version. Renaming an entry version allows you to update or refine its description to better reflect its purpose or status.

Learn how to rename entry versions.

You can remove a name assigned to an entry version. Once removed, the version will display its default numeric identifier.

Learn how to remove entry version names.

Contentstack provides a side-by-side comparison view for any two entry versions. This view highlights the differences with color-coded indicators, making it easy to identify changes.

Learn how to compare entry versions.

If necessary, you can roll back or restore an entry to any previously saved version, ensuring you always have access to earlier content states.

Learn how to restore old entry versions.

Contentstack’s entry versioning lets you efficiently manage content changes. By naming, renaming, removing names, comparing, restoring, and browsing via the version history panel, you maintain control and consistency across your projects.