Change the default end of maintenance text

Question

Is there a way to change the text used in the end of maintenance, without ending it manually.

At the moment if I let the maintenance window run the full time, then the end will update and send out the standard text

The scheduled maintenance has been completed.

I can see a way that if I end the window earlier, I can use a template with some bespoke text, but can't see a way I can edit the default message if I'm not around and want the window to close naturally.

Matt Stone · Answer

Hey Howard - how would you go about doing option 1, maybe I'm missing something obvious? 
I found this asking the same question as OP - a scheduled update would be ideal, so I don't have to remember to put a manual update on. But I can't see any options in the update box to schedule it for later?

Thanks!

Howard Nedd · Answer

Hi @Robert Nichols ,

Atlassian Statuspage does not offer a built-in feature to customize the automatic "The scheduled maintenance has been completed" message. However, there are a few workarounds you might consider:

1. Scheduled Updates: You can pre-schedule an update with your custom message for the end of the maintenance window. This way, even if you're not around, the scheduled update will be posted at the designated time. Unfortunately, this won't prevent the standard message from being sent, but it ensures your custom message is also communicated.

2. Automation with API: You could use the Statuspage API to automate the process. By creating a script that runs at the end of your maintenance window and posts a custom message, you could effectively bypass the need to manually end the window. This would require some technical setup and familiarity with the Statuspage API.

3. Monitoring and Notification Tools: If you have monitoring tools in place, you could leverage them to trigger a custom notification or message at the end of the maintenance window. This again involves some setup and integration work but provides a more automated approach.

4. Manual End with Templates: As you mentioned, manually ending the maintenance window allows you to use a template with bespoke text. If possible, you might schedule someone to manually close the window, ensuring the correct message is sent out.

Those are the options that I am aware of.

Hope that helps.

Regards

Howard