# KK-UPDATE-CONTROL

> KK-UPDATE-CONTROL has <10 active installs and 58 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 21/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** KK-UPDATE-CONTROL shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

**A simple WordPress plugin to control automatic core updates or auto-updates for plugins, themes and translations.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 2,650
- **Downloads (30 days):** 58 (+75.8% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 21/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.3.0
- **Last updated:** Mar 30, 2023
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.2.13
- **Requires:** 
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Kai (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/kaikrannich/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/kk-update-control/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [auto-update](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/auto-update/) | #15 | 21 |
| [Automatic updates](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/automatic-updates/) | #18 | 20 |
| [disable updates](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/disable-updates/) | #17 | 20 |
| [update control](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/update-control/) | #6 | 6 |
| [updates](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/updates/) | >100 | 148 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| auto-update | >100 | 7,171 |
| Automatic updates | >100 | 9,064 |
| disable updates | >100 | 6,867 |
| update control | >100 | 10,000 |
| updates | >100 | 10,000 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Disable auto-update Email Notifications](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-auto-update-email-notifications/) | 30K+ | 4.5/5 (15) | Jan 21, 2025 | 44/100 |
| 2 | [WP Auto Updater](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-auto-updater/) | 7K+ | 4.6/5 (10) | Jun 4, 2026 | 67/100 |
| 3 | [WP Plugins&Themes Auto Update](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-pluginsthemes-auto-update/) | 300+ | 3/5 (3) | Oct 28, 2023 | 27/100 |
| 4 | [Auto Update Copyright Year by Computech Store](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-update-copyright-year-by-computech-store/) | 80+ | — | Feb 22, 2025 | 28/100 |
| 5 | [kanenas — Minor/Patch Auto-Updates](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/kanenas-minor-patch-auto-updates/) | 40+ | — | May 10, 2026 | 45/100 |
| 6 | [Automatic Safe Update](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/automatic-safe-update/) | 30+ | — | Aug 28, 2026 | 63/100 |
| 7 | [Updatronix – Update Manager Enhanced](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/updatronix/) | 30+ | 5/5 (3) | Sep 5, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 8 | [Disable All WordPress Updates and Theme Editors](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-automatic-updates-and-theme-editors/) | 30+ | 4/5 (4) | Jan 20, 2025 | 31/100 |
| 9 | [Auto Cart Quantity Updater](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-cart-quantity-updater/) | 30+ | — | May 26, 2025 | 33/100 |
| 10 | [WP Command and Control Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpcommand/) | 10+ | — | Aug 31, 2026 | 62/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is KK-UPDATE-CONTROL free?
Yes. KK-UPDATE-CONTROL is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is KK-UPDATE-CONTROL safe to use in 2026?
KK-UPDATE-CONTROL shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use KK-UPDATE-CONTROL?
KK-UPDATE-CONTROL is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,650 times since it launched in September 2022. It was downloaded 58 times in the last 30 days.

### Does KK-UPDATE-CONTROL work with WordPress 7.1?
KK-UPDATE-CONTROL is officially tested up to WordPress 6.2.13, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was KK-UPDATE-CONTROL last updated?
The latest version, 1.3.0, was released on March 30, 2023 (4 years ago).

### Who makes KK-UPDATE-CONTROL?
KK-UPDATE-CONTROL is developed and maintained by Kai.

### What are the best alternatives to KK-UPDATE-CONTROL?
The most popular alternatives to KK-UPDATE-CONTROL are Disable auto-update Email N… (30K+ installs), WP Auto Updater (7K+ installs) and WP Plugins&Themes Auto Upda… (300+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/kk-update-control/ · Generated 2026-10-06 11:33 UTC by PageForge