A "pending" status means solnk has picked up your post from the queue and is in the process of publishing it to the selected platforms. This typically takes less than a minute.
Why posts get stuck in pending
High queue volume — During peak hours, there may be a short delay as posts are processed in order. This usually resolves within 5 minutes.
Platform API slowdown — If a social platform's API is responding slowly, the publishing process takes longer. This is outside solnk's control and usually resolves on its own.
Media processing — Large video files take longer to upload and process, especially for platforms like YouTube or TikTok.
What to do
- Wait 15 minutes — Most pending posts resolve on their own
- Check your post history — If the post eventually fails, you'll see an error message explaining why
- Don't create a duplicate — Avoid creating the same post again while one is still pending, as this could result in double-posting
If a post is pending for more than 30 minutes
This likely indicates a problem. Check the solnk status page for any ongoing incidents. If everything looks normal, contact support with your account email and the post details.