MonkeyDesign Content Expiry
Automatically expire posts, pages, and custom post types on a set date. Lightweight and secure.
Use with caution
MonkeyDesign Content Expiry works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 49/100 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 — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where MonkeyDesign Content Expiry stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| auto draft | >100 |
| auto trash | >100 |
| content scheduling | >100 |
| expiry | >100 |
| post expiration | >100 |
About MonkeyDesign Content Expiry
From the official readme · v1.1.0Description
Content Expiry lets you set an expiration date on any post, page, or custom post type. When the date arrives, the plugin automatically changes the content’s status — no manual monitoring required.
Key features
- Set expiration date and time on any post or page (date/time picker included)
- Three built-in expiry actions: change to Draft, move to Trash, or make Private
- Works with any custom post type
- Configurable default action per site
- Admin list column shows expiration date at a glance
- Lightweight — no bloat, no external requests, no tracking
- WP-Cron based scheduling — reliable, no server cron required
PRO features (coming soon)
- Email notifications — get notified X days before expiry (admin, author, or custom email)
- Redirect action — 301 redirect expired content to any URL (SEO-friendly)
- Content replacement — keep the post published but swap the content with a “this offer has expired” message
- Expiry dashboard — see what expires in the next 7 / 30 days, filterable by post type
- Bulk expiry management — set expiration on multiple posts at once from the list screen
- Recurring expiry — auto-reschedule expiry after it triggers (great for seasonal content)
Installation
- Upload the
content-expiry-mdfolder to/wp-content/plugins/ - Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu in WordPress
- Go to Content Expiry in the WordPress admin menu to configure supported post types and the default action
- Edit any post or page and look for the Post Expiration meta box in the sidebar
Frequently asked questions
Does this work with custom post types?
Yes. Go to Settings → Content Expiry and check the post types you want to enable expiry for.
What happens when a post expires?
Depending on the action you chose, the post is either changed to Draft, moved to Trash, or made Private. The change happens automatically in the background via WP-Cron.
Will this slow down my site?
No. The plugin uses WP-Cron and runs only when WordPress is already handling a request. There are no external API calls and no frontend JavaScript.
What if WP-Cron is disabled on my server?
You can use a real server cron to trigger wp-cron.php. See the WordPress documentation on alternative cron setups.
Is the plugin compatible with the block editor (Gutenberg)?
Yes. The expiry settings appear in the sidebar meta box, which works in both the classic and block editors.
Can I schedule the same post to expire multiple times?
Not in the free version — once a post expires and the action triggers, the expiration date is cleared. Recurring expiry is a PRO feature.
Where is my data stored?
The expiration date and action are stored as post meta (_mdce_expiration_date and _mdce_expiration_action). Plugin settings are stored in wp_options under mdce_settings. Nothing is sent off-site.
Changelog
Initial release — no upgrade needed.
1.1.0
- Added Freemius SDK integration for upgrade flow, license management, and account page.
- Added PRO upgrade prompt in the admin menu.
1.0.0
- Initial release.
- Date/time picker (Flatpickr) for expiration scheduling.
- Three built-in actions: Draft, Trash, Private.
- Admin list column with expiration date.
- Settings page: supported post types, default action.
- WP-Cron based scheduling.
- Nonce validation, capability checks, input sanitization, and output escaping throughout.
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MonkeyDesign Content Expiry: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 18, 2026
Is MonkeyDesign Content Expiry free?
Yes. MonkeyDesign Content Expiry is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is MonkeyDesign Content Expiry safe to use in 2026?
MonkeyDesign Content Expiry works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.
How many websites use MonkeyDesign Content Expiry?
MonkeyDesign Content Expiry is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 271 times since it launched in May 2026. It was downloaded 55 times in the last 30 days.
Does MonkeyDesign Content Expiry work with WordPress 7.1?
MonkeyDesign Content Expiry 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 MonkeyDesign Content Expiry need?
MonkeyDesign Content Expiry requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was MonkeyDesign Content Expiry last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.0, was released on May 29, 2026 (5 months ago).
Who makes MonkeyDesign Content Expiry?
MonkeyDesign Content Expiry is developed and maintained by monkeydesign2026.
What are the best alternatives to MonkeyDesign Content Expiry?
The most popular alternatives to MonkeyDesign Content Expiry are Duplicate and Auto Draft Cl… (100+ installs) and TW Link Expiration Manager (<10 installs).
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