Unwanted Cleaner
Unwanted plugins and themes are automatically removed during WordPress core updates, or you can delete them manually at any time in your dashboard.
Use with caution
Unwanted Cleaner works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 51/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ 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 Unwanted Cleaner stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| clean | >100 |
| core | >100 |
| delete | >100 |
| plugins | >100 |
| themes | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About Unwanted Cleaner
From the official readme · v1.1.5Description
The Unwanted Cleaner plugin helps you automatically remove unnecessary plugins and themes from your WordPress site. Designed to streamline your site management, it ensures that any plugins or themes you designate as “unwanted” are deleted immediately after WordPress core updates. You can also manually remove unwanted plugins and themes at any time through a simple interface in the admin dashboard.
Key Features
- Automatic Cleanups: Automatically removes specified plugins and themes after WordPress core updates, keeping your site clutter-free.
- Manual Deletions: Easily delete unwanted plugins and themes from your admin dashboard whenever you choose, without waiting for an update.
- Easy Management: Add or remove items from your unwanted list through an intuitive settings page.
- Search Feature: Quickly find and add any plugin or theme to the unwanted list using a built-in search functionality.
This plugin is ideal for users who wish to prevent unwanted items from being reinstalled during core updates or who prefer to keep their WordPress installation clean and optimized with minimal effort.
Uninstall plugins and themes automatically by selecting them as unwanted.
Installation
Upload the plugin to your blog/website, activate it.
To manage the list of unwanted plugins and themes, click the Unwanted Cleaner icon in the Admin Menu
Frequently asked questions
Why the name: Unwanted Cleaner
Because you don’t want the plugin to be installed on your site or Because you want a plugin to delete unwanted plugins and themes so your place will be tidy and clean
Why should I use this plugin
You don’t need to! But if you don’t like the fact of plugins and themes being automatically installed when you upgrade or reinstall WordPress, this plugin may be for you.
I install one plugin to get rid of other plugins? Really?
Yes. I can understand if you want to to the dirty work yourself. But if not, this plugin might be just the thing for you. Also if there are other plugins and themes you don’t want to have installed on your website, you’ve come to the right place!
How do add a plugin or a theme to that unwanted list?
Since UC v1.1.1 you can search for any official plugin or theme you know the name of (or a part of it)
Changelog
Version 1.1.1 introduces theme deletion, a refreshed user interface, and improved translation support
1.1.5
Enhancement: Some security features added
Tested against WP v6.9
1.1.4
Tested against WP v6.8
1.1.3
Bugfix: Themes didn’t get deleted always
Bugfix: Some small errors got fixed
1.1.2
Bugfix: Missing assets
1.1.1
Bugfix: Version number mismatch
1.1
New feature: Themes can now be deleted, finally!
Enhancement: Completely new and shiny UI/UX
Bugfix: All strings, even error messages, are now translatable, oops
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FAQ
Unwanted Cleaner: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 11, 2026
Is Unwanted Cleaner free?
Yes. Unwanted Cleaner is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Unwanted Cleaner safe to use in 2026?
Unwanted Cleaner works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 51/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Unwanted Cleaner?
Unwanted Cleaner is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,668 times since it launched in July 2024. It was downloaded 54 times in the last 30 days.
Does Unwanted Cleaner work with WordPress 7.1?
Unwanted Cleaner 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 Unwanted Cleaner need?
Unwanted Cleaner requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Unwanted Cleaner last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.5, was released on May 22, 2026 (5 months ago).
Who makes Unwanted Cleaner?
Unwanted Cleaner is developed and maintained by Presskopp.
What are the best alternatives to Unwanted Cleaner?
The most popular alternatives to Unwanted Cleaner are Advanced Database Cleaner (100K+ installs), Media Cleaner: Delete Unuse… (90K+ installs) and Advanced WordPress Reset (10K+ installs).
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