Disables the theme, plugin and core update checking, the related cronjobs and notification system by default. Provides the ability to give certain adm …
As of April 2026, Core Updates Permission is a WordPress core plugin with 10 active installations and a 0/5 rating0. It has been downloaded 2.2K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 2.8+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2013. Last updated 12 years ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: WP Downgrade | Specific Core Version.
This plugin is a fork of Disable All WordPress Updates plugin. Like that plugin, Core Updates Permission completely disables the theme, plugin and core update checking system in WordPress. The plugin prevents WordPress from checking for updates including cronjobs, and prevents any notifications from being displayed. The one significant difference is that this plugin also allows you to pick and choose administrators that can have the ability to make updates.
It’s very important that you keep your WordPress theme, core and plugins up to date. If you don’t, your blog or website could be susceptible to security vulnerabilities or performance issues.
If you use this plugin, it’s a good idea to give one administrator the ability to see update notifications to keep up to date w…
| WordPress | 2.8+ requiredTested up to 3.6.1 |
| PHP | false+ required |
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