Extension ckanext-approvalworkflow

These CKAN Versions are exactely matched:

• 2.10.0
• 2.10.1
• 2.10.2
• 2.10.3
• 2.10.4
• 2.10.5
• 2.10.6
• 2.10.7
• 2.10.8
• 2.10.9
• 2.11.0
• 2.11.1
• 2.11.2
• 2.11.3
• 2.11.4
• 2.12.0
• 2.9.0
• 2.9.0a
• 2.9.1
• 2.9.10
• 2.9.11
• 2.9.13
• 2.9.2
• 2.9.3
• 2.9.4
• 2.9.5
• 2.9.6
• 2.9.7
• 2.9.8
• 2.9.9

This CKAN extension adds a structured dataset approval workflow to CKAN instances that require moderation before datasets become publicly visible. It enhances governance, quality control, and transparency by introducing a controlled review process and providing administrators with clear oversight of dataset publication activities.

The extension is designed to integrate seamlessly with CKAN’s core functionality while adding essential moderation features such as notifications, approval logging, and a dedicated approval stream.

This extension provides three configuration modes for managing the dataset approval workflow:

• Not Active – The approval workflow is disabled and datasets are published immediately.
• Active – The approval workflow is enabled globally for all organizations.
• Activate Approval Workflow per Organization – The workflow can be selectively enabled or disabled at the organization level.

Workflow Summary

Notification is sent — All administrators of the relevant CKAN organization receive an email containing a direct link to the dataset awaiting review.

Review actions — Organization administrators or system administrators can either approve or reject the dataset.

Publication control —
    Approved datasets move to a published state.
    Rejected datasets are saved as drafts.

Approval Stream logging — Every action is recorded with:
    The user who performed the action
    Timestamps for each workflow event
    Optional review notes

This approval flow ensures that dataset publishing follows a consistent, auditable process and gives organizations full control over what becomes publicly accessible.