> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.cryoserver.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.cryoserver.com/powered-by-solar-archive/legal-hold/creating-a-legal-hold-request.md).

# Creating a Legal Hold Request

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In this article, we will guide you through the process of creating a legal hold request within your archive using the Spaces interface. The instructions will be provided from the perspective of a "Basic" user within the archive.

#### Step 1: Add Entries to a Space

* Go to the Space where you have saved the entries you wish to place on legal hold.

#### Step 2: Initiate Legal Hold Request

* Click the "More" button located in the top right corner of the Space interface.
* Select "Apply Legal Hold" from the drop-down menu.

#### Step 3: Provide a Reason for the Legal Hold

* A dialog box will appear, prompting you to enter a "Reason" for the legal hold request.
* Enter your reason for the legal hold request in the provided field.

#### Step 4: Pending Data Guardian Approval

* After submitting your request, it will be pending approval from the Data Guardian.

Note: The interface of the application may be different and the exact steps may vary based on the application you are using, but the overall process is similar.

<figure><img src="/files/wHiuYlIN64dUmH5hJ6sJ" alt=""><figcaption><p>Apply legal Hold via the Spaces Interface.</p></figcaption></figure>