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Content Update Scheduler

By Constantin Oesterling

Content Management / Blog & Article Publishing

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

Content Update Scheduler Review - In-Depth Analysis

Schedule content updates for any WordPress page or post type. Automate updates to keep your content fresh and relevant.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.96/10

User Rating

4.3/5 (based on 12+ reviews)

Active Installations

2,000+

Update Frequency

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

WordPress lacks the ability to schedule content updates. Keeping your posts and pages up to date manually can often be a waste of valuable time, especially when you know you'll need to update the same page again soon.

This plugin allows you to automate content updates for various scenarios, such as promotions, events, and SEO optimization. You can schedule updates to remove expired promotions or refresh event pages automatically.

Key features include updating page content and publishing dates, compatibility with any post type, and support for popular page builders like Elementor and Oxygen Builder. It also allows nested content updates, enabling multiple updates for the same page in a row.

Comparing to Alternatives

Content Update Scheduler stands alone in its niche with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique choice for users needing its specific functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Supports multiple successive content updates on the same page.
Stable and reliable once properly configured.
Excellent developer support with quick responses.
Compatible with popular themes like Divi.
Does not strip out iframe code when publishing updates.

Weaknesses

Initial setup can be tricky, especially with custom Gutenberg sites.
Some users report no update links appearing after activation.
Potential perception of abandonment due to unaddressed bugs.
Limited to free version with no pro upgrade options.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star ratings and a few low ratings, user feedback is generally positive but highlights some setup and support concerns.

Positive highlights

"Plugin has been updated and works perfectly" — kmg27hotmailcom
"Best Post/Page Scheduler Plugin" with excellent developer support — jolai
"Fast Response Support" praised for quick fixes — mkormendy
"Great plugin" used successfully on commercial sites — Roberto Rodríguez

Common complaints

Plugin did not work as expected; no link appeared on posts after activation.

Weaknesses

Some users find the plugin unresponsive to bug reports.
Initial functionality issues reported by some users.
No updates or fixes for reported bugs noted by some reviewers.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need to schedule multiple, successive content updates on the same published page and value responsive developer support.

Not ideal for

Users seeking a plugin with a pro version or those who require guaranteed immediate functionality without potential setup challenges.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers full scheduling functionality for multiple content updates without restrictions.

Final Verdict

Content Update Scheduler is a reliable and unique plugin that excels in scheduling multiple content updates on the same page, backed by responsive developer support and compatibility with popular themes. Its free availability makes it accessible for many users needing this specialized functionality.

However, some users have experienced initial setup issues and unresponsiveness to bug reports, which may concern those seeking a fully polished solution. Despite no direct alternatives, users should weigh these factors before choosing this plugin.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Content Update Scheduler plugin.

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FAQ

Each page and post has a ‘Scheduled Content Update’ link in the overview, which allows you to schedule content updates. Click on it. Then select the date and time in the new ‘Scheduled Content Update’ meta box on ‘Page’ level and then click ‘Publish’ to schedule it.

You can use below filter to exclude post types:

add_filter('content_update_scheduler_excluded_post_types', function($excluded_post_types) {     // Replace EXCLUDE_THIS with the name of the post type you want to exclude     $excluded_post_types[] = 'EXCLUDE_THIS';     return array_unique($excluded_post_types);     });

The plugin provides two action hooks that allow you to perform custom actions before and after a scheduled update is published:

Before Publishing Hook:

add_action('ContentUpdateScheduler\\before_publish_post', function($post, $orig) {     // Perform actions before the scheduled update is published     // $post = the scheduled update post     // $orig = the original post being updated }, 10, 2);

After Publishing Hook:

add_action('ContentUpdateScheduler\\after_publish_post', function($post, $orig) {     // Perform actions after the scheduled update has been successfully published     // $post = the scheduled update post     // $orig = the original post that was updated }, 10, 2);

These hooks are useful for triggering custom notifications, cache clearing, analytics tracking, or any other post-publication tasks.