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Disable Post Revision

By Joel James

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 Post Revision Review - In-Depth Analysis

Lightweight plugin to disable post revisions for selected post types. Reduces database and server load effectively.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.11/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 1+ reviews)

Active Installations

3,000+

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

WordPress uses post revisions by default to save each post revision in your database. If you are concerned about server and database size, these post revisions can be a burden.

While you cannot simply disable the post revision feature for a specific post type from the settings page, this plugin makes it easy to do so.

Disabling unwanted post revisions in WordPress should be straightforward. This plugin makes it a simple process.

Features include the ability to disable post revisions for all available post types, including Posts and Pages. It helps reduce database load and server load while editing a post. The plugin is translation-ready, extremely lightweight, and adheres to WordPress coding standards.

For installation and support, you can find more details on the WordPress plugin page.

Comparing to Alternatives

Disable Post Revision offers a focused solution to disable post revisions, standing out among several alternatives that provide revision management with varying features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and effective at disabling post revisions
Lightweight with minimal configuration needed
No known security vulnerabilities
Highly rated by users for reliability

Weaknesses

Lacks options to limit number of revisions instead of disabling
No pro version with advanced features
Limited customization compared to some alternatives

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from the sole reviewer, user sentiment is very positive, highlighting the plugin's effectiveness and simplicity.

Positive highlights

"Does exactly what it says very well." - Brian Jackson
"Great plugin!" - Brian Jackson
User appreciates the straightforward functionality and reliability

Common complaints

Weaknesses

No option to select number of revisions to keep
Limited feature set compared to more comprehensive revision managers

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who want a straightforward, no-fuss solution to completely disable post revisions without additional features.

Not ideal for

Those looking for granular control over revision limits or advanced revision management features may find this plugin too basic.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version fully disables post revisions with no limitations or ads.

Final Verdict

Disable Post Revision is a reliable and simple plugin that effectively disables post revisions, earning high praise for its ease of use and security. It is an excellent choice for users who want to eliminate revisions entirely without complexity.

However, users seeking more control over revision management or additional features might consider alternatives with more customization options. Overall, it provides solid value as a free, focused solution with no known security issues.