Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Companion Auto Update currently ranks #803 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #799, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
- It is averaging 264 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 10% versus the month before (295/day).
- The latest release, v3.9.4, shipped on Mar 21, 2026 (164 days ago) — release #92 since the plugin joined the directory in 2016.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | #803 |
| 2026-08-31 | #804 |
| 2026-07-31 | #800 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | 40,000 |
| 2026-08-31 | 40,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 40,000 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | 202 |
| 2026-07-31 | 323 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Papin Schipper |
|---|---|
| Current version | 3.9.4 |
| Versions released | 92 |
| Last updated | 2026-03-21 |
| Added to directory | 2016-05-23 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.3.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Manage all updates on your WordPress site. Stay in the know with several optional e-mail notifications and logs. For free.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Companion Auto Update?
WordPress.org reports 40K+ active installs.
How popular is Companion Auto Update?
As of September 1, 2026, Companion Auto Update ranks #803 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #799.
When was Companion Auto Update last updated?
Companion Auto Update was last updated on March 21, 2026 (version 3.9.4). It has shipped 92 releases in total.
Who makes Companion Auto Update?
Companion Auto Update is developed by Papin Schipper. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in May 2016.
