Disable WordPress Core Updates

Disables the WordPress core update checking and notification system.

Author:John Blackbourn (profile at wordpress.org)
WordPress version required:2.3
WordPress version tested:3.7.1
Plugin version:1.5
Added to WordPress repository:22-09-2007
Last updated:30-10-2013
Warning! This plugin has not been updated in over 2 years. It may no longer be maintained or supported and may have compatibility issues when used with more recent versions of WordPress.
Rating, %:96
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Plugin URI:https://lud.icro.us/disable-wordpress-core-up...
Total downloads:192 889
Active installs:10 000+
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Completely disables the core update checking system in WordPress. This prevents WordPress from checking for core updates, and prevents any notifications from being displayed in the admin area. Ideal for administrators of multiple WordPress installations.

Please note!

It's very important that you keep your WordPress installation(s) 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, you must make sure you keep yourself informed of new WordPress releases and update your WordPress installation(s) as new versions are released.

See also: Disable WordPress plugin updates and Disable WordPress theme updates.