Disable Updates – Selective Update Control
Disable WordPress updates & restrict plugin installs, update visibility, and file-editor access to chosen admins. Ultimate security update manager.
Solid choice
Disable Updates is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 90+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 66/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (90+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Disable Updates stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| Automatic updates | #28 |
| disable updates | #22 |
| Plugin Updates | #59 |
| theme updates | #36 |
| Wordpress updates | #57 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About Disable Updates
From the official readme · v1.1.0Description
Disables all automatic updates (core, plugins, themes, translations) and restricts update visibility & access to admin account(s) chosen under Settings > Update Control. Only selected admins can install plugins and manage plugin lifecycle. Includes an “Ignore Updates” snooze scheduler allowing administrators to temporarily snooze update notifications for 1 week, 1 month, 1 year, or a custom date via a calendar picker. Features granular update controls to block updates for specific plugins and specific themes. Plugin File Editor access is blocked for non-allowed users. All other users — including other administrators not on the list — won’t see update nags, counts, or the Updates screen, and can’t trigger updates.
Installation
- Upload the
selective-update-controlfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Go to Settings > Update Control to configure which administrator accounts should retain update access.
Frequently asked questions
Does this plugin disable all updates?
Yes, it can disable all automatic background updates globally or allow restricting update notifications for specific plugins and themes.
Who can access update settings?
Only the administrators selected in the plugin settings can see or manage update options.
How does “Ignore Updates” scheduling work?
Administrators can temporarily snooze update notifications for 1 week, 1 month, 1 year, or a custom date using the interactive modal scheduler.
Can I block updates for specific plugins or themes?
Yes, under Settings > Update Control you can switch Control Scope to “Block Selected Plugins & Themes Only” and select specific installed plugins and themes.
Changelog
Adds "Ignore Updates" scheduling modal, specific plugin & theme update controls, custom date calendar picker, and full WordPress.org compliance fixes.
1.1.0
- Added: “Ignore Updates” scheduling feature with modern modal/bottom sheet and custom calendar date picker.
- Added: Specific Plugin and Theme Update Control options to selectively block updates for chosen plugins and themes.
- Added: Complete JavaScript i18n support and accessible keyboard focus trap for modal.
- Added: uninstall.php cleanup script for WP.org compliance.
1.0.3
- Added: WordPress Playground blueprint.json to enable Live Preview on WordPress.org Plugin Directory.
1.0.2
- Updated: Plugin name and tags for better SEO visibility.
1.0.1
- Added: Only selected administrators can install new plugins.
- Added: Prevents non-allowed accounts from deactivating this plugin programmatically or via the admin UI.
- Added: Blocks access to the Plugin File Editor and Theme File Editor for non-allowed users.
- Updated: Settings page subtitle and info notice to reflect expanded feature set.
1.0.0
- Initial release.
For developers
Is this your plugin? Show off the numbers.
Add a live badge to your site, docs or GitHub README. It updates on its own — no account needed.
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FAQ
Disable Updates: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 6, 2026
Is Disable Updates free?
Yes. Disable Updates is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Disable Updates safe to use in 2026?
Disable Updates is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 90+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 66/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Disable Updates?
Disable Updates is active on 90+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 542 times since it launched in July 2026. It was downloaded 109 times in the last 30 days.
Does Disable Updates work with WordPress 7.1?
Disable Updates is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Disable Updates need?
Disable Updates requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Disable Updates last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.0, was released on August 10, 2026 (2 months ago).
Who makes Disable Updates?
Disable Updates is developed and maintained by Modi Sahil.
What are the best alternatives to Disable Updates?
The most popular alternatives to Disable Updates are Disable Updates (9K+ installs), WP Auto Updater (7K+ installs) and Update Control (4K+ installs).
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