Gone Control
When content is deleted in WordPress, the default behavior is to return a 404 (Not Found) status code. However, according to HTTP specifications, a 410 (Gone) status code is more appropriate for resources that have been…
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Gone Control shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
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About Gone Control
From the official readme · v0.5Description
When content is deleted in WordPress, the default behavior is to return a 404 (Not Found) status code. However, according to HTTP specifications, a 410 (Gone) status code is more appropriate for resources that have been permanently deleted and will not return.
This plugin automatically returns a 410 status code for:
– Deleted posts
– Deleted pages
– Deleted custom post types
– Deleted users
– Deleted media attachments
Once activated, the plugin works automatically. When a visitor tries to access a URL that previously contained content but has been deleted or moved to trash, they will receive:
- A 410 HTTP status code in the response headers
- The standard WordPress 404 page template (customizable via your theme)
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Changelog
0.5.0
- Initial public release in the WordPress plugin repository.
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FAQ
Gone Control: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 4, 2026
Is Gone Control free?
Yes. Gone Control is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Gone Control safe to use in 2026?
Gone Control shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Gone Control?
Gone Control is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 306 times since it launched in April 2026. It was downloaded 52 times in the last 30 days.
Does Gone Control work with WordPress 7.1?
Gone Control is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Gone Control need?
Gone Control requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Gone Control last updated?
The latest version, 0.5, was released on April 3, 2026 (6 months ago).
Who makes Gone Control?
Gone Control is developed and maintained by iTRON.
What are the best alternatives to Gone Control?
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