---
title: "[Create and Manage Releases NEW] - Edit a Release"
description: Edit a Release
url: https://www.contentstack.com/docs/content-managers/create-and-manage-releases/edit-a-release
product: Contentstack
doc_type: guide
audience:
  - content-managers
  - developers
version: NEW
last_updated: 2026-03-25
---

# [Create and Manage Releases NEW] - Edit a Release

This page explains how to edit an existing release in Contentstack, including updating the release name and description. It is intended for content managers (and developers using the API reference) who need to modify release details after a release has been created.

## Edit a Release

Contentstack allows you to edit release details such as release name and its description at any time.

To edit a release, log in to your [Contentstack account](https://www.contentstack.com/login/) and perform the steps given below:
- Go to your [stack](/docs/developers/set-up-stack/about-stack) and click the “Releases” icon on the left navigation panel.
- Hover over a particular release name that you want to edit in the left-hand side panel.
- Click on the "Edit" icon (pencil icon) from the popup. Alternatively, click the horizontal ellipsis in the top right corner and click **Edit**.
- In the **Edit Release** modal, update the **Name** and **Description** and **Save** the changes.

## API Reference

To edit the Release via API, refer to the [Update a Release](/docs/developers/apis/content-management-api#update-a-release) API request.

## Common questions

### Can I edit a release after it has been created?
Yes. Contentstack allows you to edit release details such as release name and its description at any time.

### Where do I find the option to edit a release in the UI?
Hover over the release name in the left-hand side panel and click the "Edit" icon (pencil icon), or use the horizontal ellipsis in the top right corner and click **Edit**.

### What fields can I update when editing a release?
In the **Edit Release** modal, you can update the **Name** and **Description** and **Save** the changes.

### How do I edit a release using the API?
Refer to the [Update a Release](/docs/developers/apis/content-management-api#update-a-release) API request.