Easy Updates Manager

What is Easy Updates Manager?

Easy Updates Manager gives site owners granular control over WordPress updates. Developed by David Anderson and the team behind UpdraftPlus, this plugin is now 13 years old. It currently has over 300,000 active installs. Its rating sits at 4.8 out of 5 stars from 722 ratings. A full 93% of those ratings are five-star, indicating very high user satisfaction.

The plugin manages core, plugin, theme, and translation updates. It works on single-site installs and WordPress Multisite networks. Version 9.0.21 was last updated on May 13, 2026. It requires WordPress 5.1 or higher and PHP 5.6 or higher.

Key Features of Easy Updates Manager

• One-Click Disable All Updates — Instantly stops all WordPress updates with a single toggle, useful for locked-down production sites.
• Automatic Update Controls — Enable or disable auto-updates for core, plugins, themes, and translations individually.
• Update Logging — Records what was updated and when, giving you a clear audit trail for every change.
• Plugin and Theme Hiding — Hide updates for custom-developed plugins or themes from the dashboard.
• Force Update Checks — Manually trigger WordPress to check for available updates, verifying that automatic updates are working.
• Email Notification Settings — Configure who receives update alerts, supporting single or comma-separated email addresses.
• UpdraftPlus Integration — Works directly with UpdraftPlus for backup-related workflows before updates run.
• Multisite Support — Manage update settings across an entire network from a single dashboard interface.

Who Should Use Easy Updates Manager?

This plugin suits site owners who want precise update control without editing code. It benefits beginners who want to disable all updates with one click. It also serves advanced users who need per-plugin or per-theme automation. The 300,000+ install base shows broad appeal across skill levels.

Developers managing client sites will find the white-label and import/export features valuable. Agency owners handling multiple WordPress installs can standardize update policies. The 93% five-star rating suggests it works reliably for these use cases. Sites running custom code or sensitive integrations benefit from selective update blocking.

Installation & Setup

Install Easy Updates Manager directly from the WordPress plugin directory. Search for the plugin name, install it, and activate it. The default settings are safe for immediate use, but the General tab offers email configuration for update notifications. Beginners can start with the one-click disable or enable buttons.

Support & Community

Support data from the last two months shows 3 open threads and 2 resolved threads. That gives a 67% resolution rate within that period. The plugin has 722 total ratings, with 93% at five stars and only 4% at one star. This suggests most users find the free version stable and well-documented.

The plugin's longevity — 13 years — indicates sustained maintenance. The team at Updraft provides a dedicated website at easyupdatesmanager.com for premium feature documentation. Translation contributions are welcome through the plugin's translation section. If you encounter issues, the FAQ covers email changes, logging setup, and third-party plugin compatibility.