Update Press – Keep your users informed about changes and updates
Share information, News, and updates with your users through an interactive floating widget on the front end.
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Update Press shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 38/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Update Press stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| changelog | >100 |
| news | >100 |
| notification | >100 |
| updates | >100 |
| Wordpress updates | >100 |
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About Update Press
From the official readme · v1.0.6Description
Update Press is a comprehensive WordPress plugin designed to help website owners effortlessly display, manage, and track update notifications with advanced user engagement features. Featuring a floating widget with a responsive sidebar drawer, it dynamically fetches and showcases the latest updates in real time with built-in analytics and user feedback capabilities.
The plugin is perfect for businesses offering software, SaaS, digital products, or any service that requires regular communication with users about updates, new features, or important announcements. The floating widget includes a notification badge that highlights updates from the past seven days, ensuring users never miss important information.
Key Capabilities:
– Smart Notifications: Automatic badge highlighting for recent updates
– User Engagement: Built-in like/dislike feedback system for each update
– Analytics Tracking: Comprehensive read tracking and user interaction monitoring
– Private Mode: Option to make updates private and only accessible through the widget
– Admin Dashboard: Detailed analytics columns showing views and feedback statistics
– Mobile-First Design: Fully responsive and optimized for all devices
– Customizable Display: Flexible settings for widget position, display count, and sorting options
The sidebar drawer opens to reveal a list of recent updates with real-time analytics display. Users can interact with updates through like/dislike buttons, and administrators can track engagement through comprehensive analytics in the WordPress admin panel. The plugin also offers Private Mode functionality, allowing sensitive updates to be accessible only through the widget while preventing search engine indexing.
Features
Core Widget Features:
– Interactive floating widget with customizable positioning (left/right)
– Responsive sidebar drawer with smooth animations
– Smart notification badge highlighting recent updates (7-day window)
– Real-time updates fetching via WordPress REST API
– Mobile-optimized design with touch-friendly interface
User Engagement & Analytics:
– Built-in like/dislike feedback system for each update
– Comprehensive read tracking and user interaction monitoring
– Real-time analytics display showing read counts and feedback statistics
– AJAX-powered interactions with instant UI updates
– Toast notifications for user feedback confirmation
Admin Management:
– Dedicated admin interface with analytics columns (Views & Feedback)
– Sortable analytics columns in updates list table
– Custom database tables for tracking reads and user feedback
– Flexible display settings (count, sorting, positioning)
– Category and tag management with custom colors
Privacy & Security:
– Private Mode feature to disable public indexing
– Search engine protection with noindex meta tags
– Access restrictions for direct links and archive pages
– Secure AJAX endpoints with nonce verification
– Complete admin control over update visibility
Customization Options:
– Widget position control (bottom left/right)
– Display count settings (all updates or custom limit)
– Sort order options (newest/oldest first)
– Category filtering and tag management
– Customizable tag colors and styling
– Flexible display rules (sitewide or specific pages)
QUICK LINKS
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Installation
From WordPress Repository:
1. Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard
2. Navigate to Plugins → Add New
3. Search for “updatepress” in the search box
4. Find “Update Press” by 7th Sky Software and click Install Now
5. After installation, click Activate to enable the plugin
Manual Installation:
1. Download the plugin ZIP file and upload it to /wp-content/plugins/ directory.
2. Activate the plugin from the Plugins menu in WordPress.
3. Navigate to UpdatePress Settings to configure widget options, display settings, and privacy preferences.
4. Create your first update using the UpdatePress custom post type.
5. Configure categories and tags for better organization.
6. Enable the floating widget and customize its appearance and behavior.
7. Monitor user engagement through the analytics columns in the admin updates list.
Frequently asked questions
How does UpdatePress fetch updates?
UpdatePress uses a built-in WordPress REST API endpoint (/wp-json/updatepress/v1/updates) to fetch updates dynamically. The plugin creates a custom post type called “updatepress” where you can create and manage your updates directly from the WordPress admin.
Can I track user engagement with my updates?
Yes! UpdatePress includes comprehensive analytics features. You can track how many times each update has been read and see user feedback (likes/dislikes) directly in the admin updates list table. The analytics are displayed in real-time with sortable columns.
What is Private Mode and when should I use it?
Private Mode allows you to make updates accessible only through the floating widget drawer while preventing search engines from indexing them. This is perfect for internal announcements, beta features, or sensitive information that shouldn’t be publicly accessible.
Can I customize the floating widget appearance?
Yes, you can customize the widget position (left/right), display count, sort order, and enable/disable various features. The plugin also supports custom tag colors and flexible display rules for different pages.
Does UpdatePress support mobile devices?
Absolutely! UpdatePress is fully responsive and mobile-optimized. The floating widget and sidebar drawer work seamlessly on all devices with touch-friendly interactions and smooth animations.
Can I organize updates with categories and tags?
Yes, UpdatePress supports both categories and tags for organizing your updates. You can assign custom colors to tags and use category filtering in the widget for better user navigation.
How do users interact with updates?
Users can click the floating widget to open the sidebar drawer, browse through updates, read full content, and provide feedback using like/dislike buttons. All interactions are tracked and displayed in your admin analytics.
Changelog
Adds an opt-in Powered by footer setting and restores WPC Smart Quick View button support inside the drawer.
1.0.6
- 2026-04-09
- Added a new opt-in setting to show or hide the “Powered by Seventh Sky” drawer footer branding.
- Set the new Powered by footer option to unchecked by default for new installs and reset settings.
- Restored shortcode button support inside single update content shown in the drawer.
1.0.5
- 2026-03-03
- Added configurable tag background and text colors directly on Update Tags add/edit screens.
- Made drawer update rows fully clickable with keyboard-friendly interaction support.
- Added optional drawer footer content (text or button CTA) while preserving Powered by Seventh Sky branding.
- Added delegated custom drawer triggers with configurable class name and click/hover trigger mode.
- Added include/exclude content type display targeting with exclude precedence.
- Added overlay-based outside click close, Escape close behavior, and improved body scroll lock handling.
- Updated admin trigger settings UI to show class/event fields only when trigger opening is enabled.
1.0.4
- 2025-01-27
- Added Private Mode feature to disable public indexing and restrict access to updates
- Implemented read tracking system to monitor update views and user engagement
- Added user feedback system with like/dislike buttons for updates
- Created analytics columns (Views and Feedback) in admin updates list table
- Enhanced floating widget with real-time analytics display and interactive feedback
- Added AJAX-powered read tracking and user feedback submission
1.0.3
- 2025-05-05
- Resolved the issue with enabling and disabling the floating widget.
1.0.2
- 2025-05-05
- Added a notification badge to display Updates from the last 7 days
- Fixed issue with enabling/disabling the widget
- Introduced option to delete all plugin data upon uninstallation
- Renamed taxonomy labels for better clarity
- Enhanced overall performance and user experience
- Updated compatibility for WordPress 6.8
1.0.1
- Minor fixes and upgrades.
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FAQ
Update Press: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 6, 2026
Is Update Press free?
Yes. Update Press is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Update Press safe to use in 2026?
Update Press shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 38/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Update Press?
Update Press is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,143 times since it launched in March 2025. It was downloaded 69 times in the last 30 days.
Does Update Press work with WordPress 7.1?
Update Press is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Update Press need?
Update Press requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Update Press last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.6, was released on April 9, 2026 (6 months ago).
Who makes Update Press?
Update Press is developed and maintained by Seventh Sky.
What are the best alternatives to Update Press?
The most popular alternatives to Update Press are WP Theme Changelogs (800+ installs), Simple History Beaver Build… (300+ installs) and CBX Changelog & Release Note (300+ installs).
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