How to Turn Off WordPress Update Emails Easily

How to Turn Off WordPress Update Emails Easily

Hey there buddy! So you know those pesky emails that pop up every time WordPress decides to get a new outfit? Ya know, like “Update available!” or “We just fixed something again!” Yeah, they come like an annoying relative dropping by unannounced. Like really! Can we get a break?

So here’s the deal. I’m about to tell ya how to turn off those update emails so you can live in peace and let your inbox breathe a little. Let’s do this!

Step 1 – Find Your Inner Tech Wizard

Okay so first things first. You gotta be ready to channel your inner tech wizard. Just sit down, maybe grab a snack—popcorn is always good—and open up your WordPress dashboard. Remember, the dashboard is like your command center…except with less explosions.

Step 2 – Install the Plugin of Power

Now this part is super easy! You wanna go to plugins and search for “Disable All WordPress Updates.” I know it sounds dramatic but trust me—this plugin is like the mute button for all those annoying notifications. Just click install and activate it faster than you can say “why are there so many updates?”

Step 3 – Settings Galore

But wait—there’s more! After activating, you might need to check settings. Some plugins are sneaky and create their own settings page. Just look for that link in your plugins list or in the left sidebar of the dashboard. Click on it and find where it says “disable update emails.” Give that option a nice little click and voila!

Step 4 – The Code Brigade Joins In

If plugins aren’t your jam (totally cool), we can go old school. Here’s where you get to feel like a hacker in a movie. Go to Appearance then Theme Editor. Select functions.php file…don’t panic if it looks scary. Write this code: add_filter(‘auto_update_email’, ‘__return_false’); Save it like you’re saving the last slice of pizza!

Step 5 – Check Your Spam folder Like A Detective

Okay so even after turning things off, sometimes emails sneak through like ninjas in black pajamas. So now ya gotta check your spam folder regularly, yeap just play detective for a bit. If any “update” emails slip through, mark them as spam so they know they’re not welcome anymore.

Step 6 – Set Your Inbox on Fire…Not Literally

Now if you still get emails because life loves throwing curveballs at us, set a filter in your email client to send all those WordPress update notifications straight into its own trash can or spam folder. This way, when an update email comes through, boom! Gone before you even knew it was there.

Step 7 – Celebrate With Treats

Last step! You did it! You turned off those pesky emails! Now go grab yourself a treat…maybe some cookies? Or ice cream? Whatever makes ya happy—just celebrate man! You deserve it after battling with tech stuff.

FAQ Section

Question: Will turning off update emails affect my website?

Answer: Nope not at all! You’re just stopping those annoying pings not actually stopping updates themselves.

Question: Can I still do updates manually?

Answer: Yes absolutely! You’ll just have to do it without getting dinged with reminders which honestly is bliss.

Question: Is there another way besides using plugins?

Answer: Yes ya can also write code into functions.php but that’s kinda scary if you’re not used to coding!

Question: What if I miss important updates?

Answer: Don’t worry bro—you’ll still see them when you log into WordPress dashboard daily unless you’re hiding under a rock.

Question: Can I ever turn these emails back on?

Answer: Of course! Just deactivate that plugin or remove that code and you’ll be back in business getting dinged again!

Question: Do all themes support this method?

Answer: Most themes will let ya do this but some might be picky cause why wouldn’t they be?

Question: Am I gonna regret doing this later?

Answer: Nah dude life’s too short for regrets especially about email notifications!

So there ya have it my friend—turning off those annoying update emails is easier than making instant ramen. Now go enjoy your peace and quiet…unless someone else starts talking about broccoli again…