# WP Auto Updates

> WP Auto Updates has 10+ active installs and 58 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 23/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** WP Auto Updates shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

**This plugin will automatically do WordPress core updates and also update themes and plugins, this includes Automatic updates for maintenance and security updates. Updates will be installed automatically.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 3,577
- **Downloads (30 days):** 58 (+45% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 23/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 0.6.5
- **Last updated:** Jan 9, 2024
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.4.12
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.6+, PHP 5.6+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** uri (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/icelayer/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-auto-updates/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [Plugin Updates](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/plugin-updates/) | #15 | 23 |
| [theme updates](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/theme-updates/) | #6 | 8 |
| [updtae](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/updtae/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Plugin Updates | >100 | 10,000 |
| theme updates | >100 | 10,000 |
| updtae | #2 | 2 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Hide Updates](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hide-updates/) | 5K+ | 5/5 (4) | Mar 19, 2024 | 36/100 |
| 2 | [WP Automatic Updates](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-automatic-updates/) | 400+ | 5/5 (2) | Aug 16, 2018 | 34/100 |
| 3 | [Disable Plugin Update Emails](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-plugin-update-emails/) | 300+ | — | Sep 10, 2025 | 35/100 |
| 4 | [Ignore Or Disable Plugin Update](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ignore-single-update/) | 200+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 18, 2026 | 72/100 |
| 5 | [Disable Updates – Selective Update Control](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/selective-update-control/) | 90+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 10, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 6 | [Auto Update](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-update/) | 90+ | — | Mar 14, 2026 | 40/100 |
| 7 | [System Update Exporter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/system-update-exporter/) | 70+ | — | Jun 4, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 8 | [Disable WP Plugin Updates Advance](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-wp-plugin-updates-advance/) | 70+ | 5/5 (2) | Feb 10, 2024 | 32/100 |
| 9 | [k-OutDated Checker (k-OC)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/k-outdated-plugin-checker-k-opc/) | 70+ | 3/5 (2) | Jan 25, 2026 | 41/100 |
| 10 | [Automatic Safe Update](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/automatic-safe-update/) | 30+ | — | Aug 28, 2026 | 63/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is WP Auto Updates safe to use in 2026?
WP Auto Updates shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use WP Auto Updates?
WP Auto Updates is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,577 times since it launched in June 2020. It was downloaded 58 times in the last 30 days.

### Does WP Auto Updates work with WordPress 7.1?
WP Auto Updates is officially tested up to WordPress 6.4.12, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does WP Auto Updates need?
WP Auto Updates requires PHP 5.6 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was WP Auto Updates last updated?
The latest version, 0.6.5, was released on January 9, 2024 (3 years ago).

### Who makes WP Auto Updates?
WP Auto Updates is developed and maintained by uri.

### What are the best alternatives to WP Auto Updates?
The most popular alternatives to WP Auto Updates are Hide Updates (5K+ installs), WP Automatic Updates (400+ installs) and Disable Plugin Update Emails (300+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-auto-updates/ · Generated 2026-10-06 07:50 UTC by PageForge