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Block Plugin Update

By Dnesscarkey

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.

Block Plugin Update Review - In-Depth Analysis

This plugin blocks updates for specific plugins. Select plugins to disable updates easily.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.81/10

User Rating

4.4/5 (based on 19+ reviews)

Active Installations

5,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin blocks updates from a specific plugin.

You can select the plugins you want to block for updates from Block Plugin Update under Settings or tick them all to remove all plugin updates.

If you still have any problem, visit our support forum or you can write to us directly using our contact form.

Comparing to Alternatives

Block Plugin Update has no close direct alternatives in its category, making it a unique solution for blocking specific plugin updates.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and minimal user interface
Effectively blocks updates for problematic plugins
Helps prevent issues caused by forced plugin updates
Lightweight and easy to use
Positive user feedback on core functionality

Weaknesses

Does not support multisite/network environments
Known security vulnerability fixed in version 3.3.2
Limited features beyond basic update blocking
No option to add notes or explanations within the plugin interface

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star reviews and a few low ratings, users generally appreciate the plugin's core functionality but report issues in specific environments.

Positive highlights

'Great tool for not updating a plugin who stop working on my server' — onigetoc
'Works! Minimal UI and it just works.' — Marc Wiest
'Excellent plugin to stop accidental updates.' — bloohair
'Simple, clean, works as expected.' — swinggraphics

Common complaints

Does not work in multisite/network environments
Fails to block updates as expected in some cases

Weaknesses

Limited multisite support
Occasional failure to block updates
No built-in notes or explanations for blocked plugins
Security vulnerability fixed only in recent update

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a straightforward tool to block updates for specific plugins on single-site WordPress installations, especially to avoid compatibility issues.

Not ideal for

Those managing multisite or network environments, or users requiring advanced features like notes or enhanced security assurances should consider other options.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides essential functionality to block updates for selected plugins with a minimal interface.

Final Verdict

Block Plugin Update offers a simple and effective solution for blocking plugin updates on single-site WordPress installations, with strong positive user feedback highlighting its ease of use and reliability. However, its lack of multisite support and a past security vulnerability may limit its suitability for some users.

Given its unique position without direct alternatives, it provides good value for users needing this specific functionality, but those requiring multisite compatibility or enhanced features should look elsewhere. The plugin remains a solid choice for straightforward update blocking needs.