Content Refresh Manager
Content Refresh Manager is your go-to solution for maintaining fresh, relevant content on your WordPress site. By sending automated reminders to update specific content based on predefined criteria, this plugin helpsā¦
Use with caution
Content Refresh Manager works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 56/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release ā each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Content Refresh Manager stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| content management | >100 |
| content refresh | #25 |
| content reminder | #57 |
| content update | >100 |
| seo | >100 |
Rating breakdown
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About Content Refresh Manager
From the official readme Ā· v1.1.0Description
Content Refresh Manager is your go-to solution for maintaining fresh, relevant content on your WordPress site. By sending automated reminders to update specific content based on predefined criteria, this plugin helps you keep your website current and SEO-friendly.
For more information, visit WP Support Specialists.
Key Features
- Automated Reminders: Set up automated email reminders for content updates
- Visual Age Indicators: See content age at a glance with colour-coded indicators
- Customizable Monitoring: Choose which post types, categories, and tags to monitor
- Content Age Display: Visualize the age of your content directly in the WordPress admin
- Bulk Update Action: Easily mark multiple posts as updated with a single click
- Email Customization: Choose between HTML and plain text email formats
- Dashboard Widget: See your five most outdated items right on the WordPress dashboard
Benefits
- Improve SEO by regularly updating your content
- Enhance user experience with fresh, relevant information
- Save time with automated reminders and bulk update features
- Maintain a consistent content update schedule
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/content-refresh-managerdirectory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress.
- Use the Content Refresh menu item to configure the plugin.
Frequently asked questions
How often will I receive update reminders?
You can customize the reminder interval in the plugin settings. The default is set to 30 days.
Can I choose which types of content to monitor?
Yes, you can select specific post types, categories, and tags to monitor in the plugin settings.
Is this plugin compatible with my theme?
Content Refresh Manager works in the WordPress admin and is designed to be compatible with any WordPress theme.
Does the plugin add anything to the front end of my site?
Only if you choose to. There is an optional āPowered byā badge which is switched off by default.
What happens to my settings if I delete the plugin?
All plugin settings and the scheduled reminder are removed cleanly when the plugin is deleted.
Changelog
Maintenance and security release. Compatibility with WordPress 7.0, capability checks for bulk actions, correct email edit links from scheduled reminders, and properly scoped admin styles. Recommended for all users.
1.1.0
- Compatibility confirmed with WordPress 7.0
- Security: added capability checks to the “Mark as Updated” bulk action
- Fixed: the “Powered by” badge setting could not be switched off; it is now opt-in and off by default
- Fixed: admin styles and scripts were loading on every admin page and could hide notices from other plugins; assets now load only where needed
- Fixed: edit links in scheduled reminder emails were empty when sent via WP-Cron
- Fixed: the “Until Next Reminder” stat no longer breaks when no reminder is scheduled
- Improved: the reminder schedule is now set on activation and cleared on deactivation
- Improved: plugin options and the scheduled event are removed on uninstall
- Improved: reminder emails are capped at 100 items per post type on very large sites (filterable via
contrm_email_post_limit) - Improved: reminder emails and the dashboard widget now list the oldest content first
- Improved: the “Mark as Updated” bulk action and Content Age column now work on all monitored post types, not just posts
- Improved: a confirmation notice is shown after using the “Mark as Updated” bulk action
- Improved: colour-coded styling for the Content Age column
- Raised minimum requirements to WordPress 6.0 and PHP 7.4
1.0.1
- Fixed bug with category and tag selection
- Updated readme.txt
1.0
- Initial release
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FAQ
Content Refresh Manager: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org Ā· checked Oct 11, 2026
Is Content Refresh Manager free?
Yes. Content Refresh Manager is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Content Refresh Manager safe to use in 2026?
Content Refresh Manager works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 56/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Content Refresh Manager?
Content Refresh Manager is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 899 times since it launched in December 2024. It was downloaded 55 times in the last 30 days.
Does Content Refresh Manager work with WordPress 7.1?
Content Refresh 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 Content Refresh Manager need?
Content Refresh Manager requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Content Refresh Manager last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.0, was released on July 7, 2026 (3 months ago).
Who makes Content Refresh Manager?
Content Refresh Manager is developed and maintained by kevinashcroft.
What are the best alternatives to Content Refresh Manager?
The most popular alternatives to Content Refresh Manager are Enable Abilities for MCP (4K+ installs), Real Category Management: Cā¦ (2K+ installs) and Spots (800+ installs).
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