# UpdatePulse Server

> UpdatePulse Server has 30+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 109 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 46/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** UpdatePulse Server works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 30+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 46/100 on our health check.

**Run your own update server for plugins, themes or any other software: manage packages & licenses, and provide updates to your users.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 30+
- **Total downloads:** 1,551
- **Downloads (30 days):** 109 (+31.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 46/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0.12
- **Last updated:** Apr 18, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.7.9
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.7+, PHP 8.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Alexandre Froger (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/frogerme/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/updatepulse-server/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [license](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/license/) | #10 | 34 |
| [Plugin Updates](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/plugin-updates/) | #11 | 23 |
| [theme updates](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/theme-updates/) | #5 | 8 |
| [Wordpress updates](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/wordpress-updates/) | #3 | 6 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| license | >100 | 9,109 |
| Plugin Updates | >100 | 10,000 |
| theme updates | >100 | 10,000 |
| Wordpress updates | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [License For Envato](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/license-envato/) | 9K+ | 5/5 (2) | Sep 17, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 2 | [Envato Toolkit](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/toolkit-for-envato/) | 5K+ | 2.8/5 (9) | Apr 26, 2021 | 32/100 |
| 3 | [Serial Numbers – Ultimate License Manager for Selling, Licensing & Securely Delivering Digital Content with WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wc-serial-numbers/) | 1K+ | 4.7/5 (78) | Aug 30, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 4 | [Software License Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/software-license-manager/) | 900+ | 4.6/5 (35) | Aug 17, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 5 | [Creative Commons](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/creative-commons/) | 700+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 9, 2022 | 34/100 |
| 6 | [Key Manager – Effortlessly sell license keys, game keys, pin codes, gift cards, and more with WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wc-key-manager/) | 200+ | 5/5 (3) | Aug 20, 2026 | 72/100 |
| 7 | [Elite Licenser addon-lite for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/woo-elite-licenser-addon/) | 100+ | 3/5 (4) | Jul 8, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 8 | [Terms Before Download](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/terms-before-download/) | 70+ | 4.7/5 (3) | Aug 13, 2025 | 40/100 |
| 9 | [EDD License Key Template](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/edd-license-key-template/) | 50+ | 5/5 (3) | Apr 18, 2015 | 32/100 |
| 11 | [Comment License](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/comment-license/) | 30+ | — | Jul 8, 2022 | 24/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is UpdatePulse Server free?
Yes. UpdatePulse Server is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is UpdatePulse Server safe to use in 2026?
UpdatePulse Server works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 30+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 46/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use UpdatePulse Server?
UpdatePulse Server is active on 30+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,551 times since it launched in February 2025. It was downloaded 109 times in the last 30 days.

### Does UpdatePulse Server work with WordPress 7.1?
UpdatePulse Server is officially tested up to WordPress 6.7.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does UpdatePulse Server need?
UpdatePulse Server requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was UpdatePulse Server last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.12, was released on April 18, 2026 (6 months ago).

### Who makes UpdatePulse Server?
UpdatePulse Server is developed and maintained by Alexandre Froger.

### What are the best alternatives to UpdatePulse Server?
The most popular alternatives to UpdatePulse Server are License For Envato (9K+ installs), Envato Toolkit (5K+ installs) and Serial Numbers (1K+ installs).


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