Academic researchers face unexplained delays and lack of transparency in arXiv manuscript review processes

Mathematics researchers submitting to arXiv experience frustrating, unexplained holds on their submissions that can last over a week, with no clear communication about why their work is delayed or when it will be released. Current arXiv processes lack transparency and feedback mechanisms, leaving researchers unable to understand rejection reasons or resubmission requirements, which delays their ability to share findings and impacts their career progression and publication timelines.