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title: "What happens when I \"End Cycle\" in  my Pequity Comp Cycle?"
description: Ending a compensation cycle in Pequity is the final step in locking down planner edits and wrapping up your review process. Here's how to do it.
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# What happens when I "End Cycle" in  my Pequity Comp Cycle?

## Ending a compensation cycle in Pequity is the final step in locking down planner edits and wrapping up your review process. Here's how to do it:

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#### 🔍 Step-by-Step: Ending Your Comp Cycle

1. **Go to Admin Settings**
   
     - Head to **Admin** **Dashboard \> Settings**
2. **Turn Off Edit Access**
   
     - Before ending the cycle, make sure **edit access for all planners is turned off**.
     - Note: As an admin, you’ll still have edit access, but the system will prompt you with a confirmation message when making changes.
3. **Understand What Happens Next**
   
     - Edit access for all Planners will turn off 
           - As an admin, you’ll still have edit access, but the system will prompt you with a confirmation message when making changes.
     - **Ending the cycle will not trigger reward letters**—this step is purely for locking the cycle edits for Planners.
       
           - You maintain full control over when and how reward letters are sent.
4. **End the Cycle**
   
     - When you’re ready, hit the **"End Cycle"** button.
     - Confirm the action when prompted.
5. **Celebrate! 🎉**
   
     - You just completed a successful compensation cycle in Pequity!

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#### 🔒 What Changes After You End the Cycle?

- **Planner access is locked** — no further edits can be made.
- **Admin access remains**, but with confirmation prompts.
- **Reward letters are NOT automatically sent**, giving you control over timing.

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