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Disable auto-update Email Notifications

By Elvis Nyakangi

Site Administration & Utilities / URL Redirects & 301 Management

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Disable auto-update Email Notifications Review - In-Depth Analysis

Disable email notifications for auto-updates of plugins and themes in WordPress. Lightweight and requires no settings.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.91/10

User Rating

4.5/5 (based on 15+ reviews)

Active Installations

30,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin performs a simple task of disabling email notifications that are sent by WordPress when a plugin or theme auto-updates.

Since WordPress 5.5, if you have enabled plugin or theme auto-update you will receive an email notification when a plugin or theme auto-update is successful or when it has failed.

If you manage a dozen of websites, then the constant stream of auto-update emails may be annoying.

This plugin seeks to cure the problem by automatically disabling plugin and themes email auto-update notifications.

All other notifications will be ON. This plugin only stops plugin and theme auto-update notifications. Not core WordPress updates.

This is a lightweight plugin that is less than 2 kb and has zero effect on your website load speed.

No settings are required. Just install the plugin, activate, and you are done.

It is compatible with the latest version of WordPress.

We create simple and lightweight email tools that work without much settings.

Comparing to Alternatives

Disable auto-update Email Notifications is one of several plugins designed to manage update notification emails in WordPress. It offers a focused solution with minimal code impact.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Extremely lightweight with only two lines of code added
Effectively disables theme and plugin update emails
High user satisfaction with 73% giving 5 stars
Fast and responsive support
Simple to use without complex settings

Weaknesses

Does not work on some older WordPress versions like 5.8.3
Limited to disabling only auto-update email notifications
No advanced customization options
No pro version or extended features available

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star ratings and very few low ratings, users generally appreciate the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness.

Positive highlights

'Absolutely needed when managing hundreds of websites' - xnovo
'Simple and Effective' - ufukart
'Very useful, saved my time disabling annoying notifications' - markzoi
'Checks out clean! Two lines of code! Perfect!' - Dean Householder
'Great support, fast to answer' - sarahtht

Common complaints

Does not work on WordPress version 5.8.3

Weaknesses

Limited functionality to only disabling auto-update emails
No updates or fixes reported for compatibility issues with older WordPress versions
Lack of advanced features or customization options

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who want a simple, lightweight solution to disable auto-update email notifications without additional features or complexity.

Not ideal for

Users running older WordPress versions like 5.8.3 or those seeking more comprehensive update management or customization options.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version effectively disables theme and plugin auto-update email notifications with minimal code impact.

Final Verdict

Disable auto-update Email Notifications is a straightforward and efficient plugin that excels at its core purpose with minimal resource usage. It enjoys high user satisfaction and offers quick support, making it a reliable choice for users needing to silence update emails.

However, its limited scope and compatibility issues with older WordPress versions may restrict its usefulness for some. Users seeking more features or broader compatibility might consider alternative plugins. Overall, it provides excellent value as a free, no-frills solution.