# WP Auto Update Plugins

> WP Auto Update Plugins has <10 active installs and 59 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 21/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** WP Auto Update Plugins shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 8 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

**Lightweight plugin to auto update plugins. Once active, no setup is required! Your site will now auto update plugins.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 1,536
- **Downloads (30 days):** 59 (+18% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 21/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.3
- **Last updated:** Dec 7, 2018
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.9.33
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Hawp Media (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/hawpmedia/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-auto-update-plugins/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [auto](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/auto/) | #75 | 75 |
| [auto update plugins](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/auto-update-plugins/) | #1 | 1 |
| [plugins](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/plugins/) | >100 | 218 |
| [update](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/update/) | >100 | 122 |
| [update plugins](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/update-plugins/) | #3 | 3 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| auto | >100 | 10,000 |
| auto update plugins | >100 | 7,166 |
| plugins | >100 | 10,000 |
| update | >100 | 10,000 |
| update plugins | >100 | 10,000 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Companion Auto Update](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/companion-auto-update/) | 40K+ | 4.8/5 (105) | Mar 21, 2026 | 51/100 |
| 2 | [Auto Upload Images](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-upload-images/) | 20K+ | 4.3/5 (106) | Sep 20, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 3 | [Autologin Links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/autologin-links/) | 7K+ | 4.7/5 (15) | Feb 24, 2021 | 40/100 |
| 4 | [Auto Update Post Date](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-update-post-date/) | 2K+ | 5/5 (2) | Aug 28, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 5 | [Simple Automatic Updates](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-automatic-updates/) | 2K+ | 5/5 (1) | Jun 11, 2019 | 35/100 |
| 6 | [Auto Updates](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-updates/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (4) | Aug 21, 2022 | 34/100 |
| 7 | [Auto Update Plugins](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-update-plugins/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (5) | Aug 17, 2016 | 39/100 |
| 8 | [Simple Auto-Poster for Bluesky](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-auto-poster-for-bluesky/) | 600+ | 5/5 (7) | Dec 21, 2024 | 42/100 |
| 9 | [IP Based Login](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ip-based-login/) | 500+ | 4.9/5 (23) | Jun 1, 2026 | 72/100 |
| 10 | [LINE Auto Post](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/line-auto-post/) | 500+ | 3.8/5 (5) | Nov 11, 2023 | 34/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is WP Auto Update Plugins free?
Yes. WP Auto Update Plugins is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is WP Auto Update Plugins safe to use in 2026?
WP Auto Update Plugins shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 8 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use WP Auto Update Plugins?
WP Auto Update Plugins is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,536 times since it launched in January 2018. It was downloaded 59 times in the last 30 days.

### Does WP Auto Update Plugins work with WordPress 7.1?
WP Auto Update Plugins is officially tested up to WordPress 4.9.33, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was WP Auto Update Plugins last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.3, was released on December 7, 2018 (8 years ago).

### Who makes WP Auto Update Plugins?
WP Auto Update Plugins is developed and maintained by Hawp Media.

### What are the best alternatives to WP Auto Update Plugins?
The most popular alternatives to WP Auto Update Plugins are Companion Auto Update (40K+ installs), Auto Upload Images (20K+ installs) and Autologin Links (7K+ installs).


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