410 Response Manager
Efficiently manage HTTP 410 (Gone) responses with manual entries, regex patterns, and CSV import functionality.
Use with caution
410 Response Manager works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 70+ sites and was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 53/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (70+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where 410 Response Manager stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| gone | #65 |
| http-status | >100 |
| redirect | >100 |
| seo | >100 |
| url-management | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About 410 Response Manager
From the official readme · v1.0.2Description
410 Response Manager provides a robust solution for managing HTTP 410 (Gone) responses in WordPress. Perfect for SEO and proper handling of permanently removed content.
Key Features
- Manual URL pattern entry with validation
- Regular expression support for dynamic matching
- Bulk CSV import/export functionality
- Option to convert 404s to 410s automatically
- Custom, SEO-friendly 410 error page
- Secure data handling and validation
Use Cases
- Properly handle removed content for SEO
- Manage discontinued products in eCommerce
- Handle legacy URLs after site restructuring
- Improve crawler efficiency
- Maintain clean site structure
Pro Tips
- Use regex patterns for managing multiple similar URLs
- Regularly export your patterns for backup
- Monitor 404s to identify candidates for 410s
- Use bulk import for large-scale URL management
Security
- All data is properly sanitized and validated
- Nonce verification on all forms and AJAX requests
- User capability checks for administrative actions
- Safe CSV handling with proper file validation
- Secure database operations with prepared statements
Privacy Policy
410 Response Manager does not collect, store, or share any personal data. It only manages URL patterns and their corresponding HTTP response codes.
Technical Details
- The plugin stores URL patterns in a custom database table
- No personal user data is collected or stored
- All data is managed locally on your WordPress installation
- CSV imports are processed securely and validated
Additional Information
- For support, visit: Rathly Contact
- Documentation: Plugin Documentation
- GitHub repository: GitHub
The plugin is actively maintained and tested with the latest versions of WordPress and PHP.
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/410-response-managerdirectory - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress
- Use the ‘410 Manager’ menu item to configure the plugin
- Optional: Configure the 404 to 410 conversion setting
- Add URL patterns manually or via CSV import
Frequently asked questions
What is a 410 Gone response?
A 410 Gone response indicates that the requested resource has been intentionally and permanently removed. Unlike a 404 Not Found, it explicitly tells search engines that the content will never return, helping with faster index cleanup.
Can I use regular expressions?
Yes! Enable the “Use as Regular Expression” option when adding URL patterns. This allows for flexible pattern matching like: * ^/old-products/.* – Match all URLs starting with /old-products/ * /discontinued-\d+ – Match URLs containing ‘discontinued-‘ followed by numbers
How do I bulk import URLs?
Prepare a CSV file with two columns: URL pattern and is_regex (0 or 1) Use the CSV Upload tab in the admin interface Select your file and click Upload The plugin will validate and import valid patterns
Is it cache-friendly?
Yes, the plugin implements WordPress caching for optimal performance. URL patterns are cached and only refreshed when necessary.
Changelog
Addresses code review feedback: stronger nonce sanitization and a corrected license file. Upgrade recommended.
1.0.2
- Security: nonce verification now sanitizes the nonce value with sanitize_text_field( wp_unslash() ) in all cases; removed a redundant unsanitized nonce check in the form handler.
- Consistency: unslash the AJAX delete ID before casting with absint().
- Fixed a license mismatch: LICENSE.txt now contains the GPLv2 text to match the GPLv2 declaration in the plugin header and readme.
1.0.1
- Confirmed compatibility with WordPress 7.0.
- Reviewed and confirmed security practices: nonce verification, capability checks, prepared statements, output escaping, and validated CSV uploads.
- Housekeeping: corrected the GitHub repository link in the readme.
1.0.0
- Initial release
- Manual URL pattern management
- Regular expression support
- CSV import functionality
- Custom 410 error page
- Caching implementation
- Security enhancements
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Is 410 Response Manager free?
Yes. 410 Response Manager is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is 410 Response Manager safe to use in 2026?
410 Response Manager works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 70+ sites and was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 53/100 on our health check.
How many websites use 410 Response Manager?
410 Response Manager is active on 70+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,333 times since it launched in January 2025. It was downloaded 123 times in the last 30 days.
Does 410 Response Manager work with WordPress 7.1?
410 Response Manager is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does 410 Response Manager need?
410 Response Manager requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was 410 Response Manager last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on June 12, 2026 (4 months ago).
Who makes 410 Response Manager?
410 Response Manager is developed and maintained by Rathly Marketing.
What are the best alternatives to 410 Response Manager?
The most popular alternatives to 410 Response Manager are HTTP 410 (Gone) responses (4K+ installs), 410 Delete Pages SEO (100+ installs) and DenArt (<10 installs).
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