# Setting Template Expiry

**Expiry Section**

The **Expiry Section** allows you to define the validity period for the Fixed Form Template. It is configured within the **Visual Appearance Settings** panel, which appears before activating the template.

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**Configuration Options**

* **Start Date** — Specifies the date from which the template becomes available for initiating signing transactions.
* **End Date** — Specifies the date after which the template is no longer available for use.

Use the calendar picker next to each field to select the appropriate dates.


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