Task Runner
I have created a task runner for WordPress that can be used to automate tasks to one click. This is a powerful plugin that allows the full control of WordPress from an easy intuitive scripting language. All available…
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Task Runner shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 6 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 5.4 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & supportDaily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Task Runner stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| build | >100 |
| commands | >100 |
| easy | >100 |
| out | >100 |
| script | >100 |
About Task Runner
From the official readme · v1.0.4Description
I have created a task runner for WordPress that can be used to automate tasks to one click. This is a
powerful plugin that allows the full control of WordPress from an easy intuitive scripting language.
All available inside your WordPress admin area.
Currently this plugin is in an unofficial beta mode, but it is rather stable and does
an impressive job.
What will this plugin do for you?
- Create command scripts with a very easy english sentence structure.
- Built-in easy to view console and progress bar so you can track running tasks.
- Save, export, import, create and delete your scripts.
- Task builder for easy inserting of new commands.
- Syntax Highlighting so you know your commands are right.
- Web Disrupt core installation provided as a script, more to come…
What Commands are available
- Install, activate, and delete a local or remote WordPress theme.
- Install, activate, deactivate, and delete WordPress plugins.
- Add or update options in WordPress settings and post meta data.
- If, and, or, else, and elseif have been added for the formation of conditional statements.
- isSSL which checks if the current url is https or http.
- Variables to save data and curly brace binding to reuse the {{variables}}.
- Create and update WordPress posts.
- Console commands to print out important information to the user.
In the works
- Upgrading WordPress, its themes, and plugins
- More Thirdparty Plugin Integrations
- WooCommerce Add product and configure settings
- Some One-click site buildouts.
- One-click sales Funnel build outs via Elementor Unlimited library
- Checking, alerting, and fixing security vulnerabilities
- Automation triggers to run scripts.
Mission
I have created this plugin to help me facilitate the standardization of WordPress
tweaking, building, best practices, and settings. To make it easy for agencies/business owners to
create, update, and maintain their own WordPress websites hassle free.
This plugin needs you
As I add more features, there are way to help contribute to this product. I have created a public
git repo and will be managing changes from this centeralized location. Please feel free to help me
build out more integrations with thirdparty plugins, themes, and other cool features.
Github Repo
More Information:
Get more information and view the documentation at:
webdisrupt.com Documentation
Get Involved with the Github Repo
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Installation
- Upload “task-runner.zip” to the “/wp-content/plugins/” directory.
- Activate the plugin through the “Plugins” menu in WordPress.
Changelog
1.0.4
- Fixed a problem with local themes not being referenced correctly
1.0.3
- Increased filtering against bad data for getting library items
1.0.1
- Fixed sanitation issues that were cause plugin manipulation issues.
- Updated test script
- Added downward scrolling to console to track long scripts as they execute
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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Task Runner: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 2, 2026
Is Task Runner free?
Yes. Task Runner is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Task Runner safe to use in 2026?
Task Runner shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Task Runner?
Task Runner is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,405 times since it launched in September 2019. It was downloaded 37 times in the last 30 days.
Does Task Runner work with WordPress 7.1?
Task Runner is officially tested up to WordPress 5.4.23, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was Task Runner last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.4, was released on April 11, 2020 (6 years ago).
Who makes Task Runner?
Task Runner is developed and maintained by therealwebdisrupt.
What are the best alternatives to Task Runner?
The most popular alternatives to Task Runner are Build Trigger for Gatsby (50+ installs), Embed React Build (10+ installs) and GoEmbed (10+ installs).
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