k-OutDated Checker (k-OC)
Scans automatically, twice a day, all your installed plugins against the WordPress Plugin Directory for outdated plugins and email alert for update.
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k-OutDated Checker (k-OC) shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 70+ sites, is rated 3/5 and was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 41/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (70+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where k-OutDated Checker (k-OC) stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| Plugin Updates | >100 |
| security | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 3 from 2 reviews
About k-OutDated Checker (k-OC)
From the official readme · v1.3Description
Scans automatically, twice a day, all of your installed plugins against the WordPress Plugin Directory for outdated plugins and email an alert for update.
What k-OutDated Checker (k-OC) Does
k-OC stands for k-OutDated Checker. k-OC scans automatically, twice a day, all your installed plugins against the WordPress Plugin Directory for outdated plugins and email an alert for immediate update.
History
k-OC got its start when I had to maintain a lot of WordPress installations which their owners didn’t care much about maintenance and security.
Included Languages
- English (default)
- Greek (el)
If you want to help out, I have included the .pot file in /language folder. You can send them to nbran@kanenas.net
Installation
After downloading and extracting the latest version of k-OC:
- Upload the folder
k-outdated-plugin-checker-k-opcto the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- That’s all!
Frequently asked questions
I have activated the plugin. Now what?
You don’t have to do anything else! k-OutDated Checker will scan all your plugins against the WordPress Plugin Directory (twice a day) and alert the administrator of your website (by email) if at least one plugin is outdated.
Changelog
ENHANCEMENT: Use of CURL instead of file_get_contents(). FIX: PHP Notice: Undefined variable: found_outdated.
1.3 25/08/2020
- ENHANCEMENT: Use of CURL instead of file_get_contents().
- FIX: PHP Notice: Undefined variable: found_outdated.
1.2.3 08/02/2018
- ENHANCEMENT: Changed how the version of the plugins is checked against the WordPress Plugin Directory.
- NEW: Show next to current the new version of the plugin that needs update.
- Update the “Tested up to” in readme.txt.
1.2.1.1 10/10/2017
- NEW: Added “Minimum PHP Version Requirement” in readme.txt.
- Update the “Tested up to” in readme.txt.
1.2.1 17/09/2015
- NEW: Added the k-outdated-plugin-checker-k-opc.pot file in languages folder.
- NEW: Added translation for Greek.
1.2 17/09/2015
- ENHANCEMENT: Internationalizing the plugin (accepting translations).
- ENHANCEMENT: Implementation of WordPress “PHP Coding Standards” (https://make.wordpress.org/core/handbook/best-practices/coding-standards/php/).
1.1 05/05/2015
- FIX: Check only for plugins that exist in WordPress Plugin Directory.
- FIX: Send email alert only when at least one plugin is outdated.
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FAQ
k-OutDated Checker (k-OC): quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
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Is k-OutDated Checker (k-OC) free?
Yes. k-OutDated Checker (k-OC) is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is k-OutDated Checker (k-OC) safe to use in 2026?
k-OutDated Checker (k-OC) shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 70+ sites, is rated 3/5 and was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 41/100 on our health check.
How many websites use k-OutDated Checker (k-OC)?
k-OutDated Checker (k-OC) is active on 70+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,653 times since it launched in May 2015. It was downloaded 71 times in the last 30 days.
Does k-OutDated Checker (k-OC) work with WordPress 7.1?
k-OutDated Checker (k-OC) 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 k-OutDated Checker (k-OC) need?
k-OutDated Checker (k-OC) requires PHP 5.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was k-OutDated Checker (k-OC) last updated?
The latest version, 1.3, was released on January 25, 2026 (8 months ago).
Who makes k-OutDated Checker (k-OC)?
k-OutDated Checker (k-OC) is developed and maintained by kanenas.
What are the best alternatives to k-OutDated Checker (k-OC)?
The most popular alternatives to k-OutDated Checker (k-OC) are Hide Updates (5K+ installs), WP Automatic Updates (400+ installs) and Disable Plugin Update Emails (300+ installs).
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