KK-UPDATE-CONTROL
A simple WordPress plugin to control automatic core updates or auto-updates for plugins, themes and translations.
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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.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 3 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.2 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where KK-UPDATE-CONTROL stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| auto-update | >100 |
| Automatic updates | >100 |
| disable updates | >100 |
| update control | >100 |
| updates | >100 |
About KK-UPDATE-CONTROL
From the official readme · v1.3.0Description
KK-UPDATE-CONTROL is another WordPress plugin of the KK series.
Easily disable automatic updates! With KK-UPDATE-CONTROL you are able to control all types of WordPress updates individually:
- Core updates
- Theme updates
- Plugin updates
- Translation updates
Use this WordPress plugin if you want to prevent updates from running automatically. Just go to the KK-UPDATE-CONTROL settings and save your update preferences. Thats all!
Changelog
1.3.0
- Changing some code documentation.
- Adding first screenshot to the readme.txt.
1.2.0
- Changing some code documentation.
1.1.0
- Changing some code documentation.
- Adding the license of the plugin.
1.0.0
- Yippie, the first version goes live!
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FAQ
KK-UPDATE-CONTROL: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 6, 2026
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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