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Disable Auto-Update Emails
Overview
Stops WordPress from emailing you after automatic core, plugin, or theme updates. Updates themselves still run; only the notification emails are controlled. Dashboard update notices remain visible.
- Site owners tired of inbox noise from successful auto-updates
- Agencies managing many sites who already monitor updates elsewhere
- Teams that want core/plugin/theme email control without disabling auto-updates
Features
Disable all update emails
Per-type controls
Emails only
Use Cases
- Multi-site agency inboxesAgencies managing many WordPress installs can stop “plugin X was updated” floods while still watching updates in each dashboard or a central monitor.
- Production with external monitoringTeams that already alert on updates via uptime or deployment tools can mute WordPress email without turning auto-updates off.
- Quieter core update nightsKeep automatic core updates running but skip the email burst, while still seeing notices in wp-admin the next day.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Disable Auto-Update Emails module do in WP PowerSuite?
It controls which update notification emails WordPress sends after automatic core, plugin, or theme updates. You can mute all of them or choose types individually.
How do I enable Disable Auto-Update Emails in WP PowerSuite?
Enable the module in the Modules hub, open its settings, choose the all-emails switch or individual types, then save.
Who should use Disable Auto-Update Emails?
Site owners and agencies who want less inbox noise but still run automatic updates and check the dashboard (or another monitor) for updates.
Does this stop automatic updates?
No. WordPress still performs automatic updates if they are enabled. Only notification emails are affected.
Is Disable Auto-Update Emails a free or Pro module in WP PowerSuite?
It is included (free) with WP PowerSuite.
