Active installs
4K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#3603
Peak #3599
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
49.3K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Update Control currently ranks #3603 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #3599, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.5.1, shipped on Jun 16, 2026 (53 days ago) — release #14 since the plugin joined the directory in 2013.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | George Stephanis |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.5.1 |
| Versions released | 14 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-16 |
| Added to directory | 2013-09-24 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
This adds some options to your Settings > General page that let you tweak auto-updates.
Frequently asked questions
Is Update Control a free plugin?
Yes — Update Control is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Update Control?
WordPress.org reports 4K+ active installs.
How popular is Update Control?
As of August 8, 2026, Update Control ranks #3603 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #3599.
When was Update Control last updated?
Update Control was last updated on June 16, 2026 (version 1.5.1). It has shipped 14 releases in total.
Who makes Update Control?
Update Control is developed by George Stephanis. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in September 2013.
