Template:Editprotected/doc

This template adds a page to Category:Wikipedia protected edit requests. It is a self-reference and so is part of the Wikipedia project rather than the encyclopedic content.

is to be typed on the talkpage. Please make the request clear and specific as much as possible, and include a reason for the change. Provide the code if possible. Controversial requests, such as edits that are not in line with Wikipedia policy, and / or community consensus, may be refused.

The page on which the request is placed is automatically categorised into Category:Wikipedia protected edit requests. Administrators will check this category for protected edit requests to process. For faster service, consider additionally posting a request at WP:RPP.

This template is useful to edit pages that are "permanently" protected.

Recommended action upon resolution
Once the request is handled, it's best to leave the  tag as an un-transcluded tag, for example, by changing it to:. This removes the message box from the talk page and removes the talk page from the category, while leaving a record of the request.