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Disable Post Auto-Save

Fewer automatic saves while you edit, so your site stores fewer hidden draft revisions and stays tidier.

Overview

On post and page editors, deregisters the autosave script and pushes autosave intervals so far out that automatic saves effectively stop. Manual Save / Update still work. An optional filter can limit the effect to specific post types.

Who is this for?

Sites whose database fills with autosave revisions
Editors who prefer explicit saves only
Developers who want post-type-scoped autosave control via a filter

Features

Stop automatic saves

Disables classic and block editor autosave intervals on post/page screens.

Manual saves untouched

Clicking Save Draft, Publish, or Update still works normally.

Post-type filter

Developers can pass wp_powersuite_disable_post_autosave_post_types to limit which types are affected.

Use Cases

Editorial sites with revision bloat
Magazines and content hubs can stop new autosave clutter while editors continue to save drafts manually.

Solo publishers
Writers who always hit Save Draft or Update do not need background autosaves creating hidden revisions.

Scoped custom post types
Developers can disable autosave only on selected post types via the module filter, leaving others alone.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Disable Post Auto-Save module do in WP PowerSuite?
It disables automatic post and page saving while you edit, so WordPress stores fewer hidden draft revisions. Manual saves still work.
How do I enable Disable Post Auto-Save in WP PowerSuite?
Enable it in the Modules hub. No settings panel is required beyond the info/callouts in the module UI.
Who should use Disable Post Auto-Save?
Sites with autosave revision bloat, editors who prefer explicit saves, and developers who want post-type-scoped control.
Can I lose work if autosave is off?
Yes—without autosave, a crash can lose unsaved edits. Save often, or leave the module off for collaborative teams.
Is Disable Post Auto-Save a free or Pro module in WP PowerSuite?
It is included (free) with WP PowerSuite.