Alexandre Froger

UpdatePulse Server allows developers to provide updates for software packages, including WordPress plugins and themes.
Some example use cases:
<ul>
<li>provide updates for premium plugins or themes, with a license key</li>
<li>provide custom theme or plugin updates to clients of a webdesign agency and not intended for the general public</li>
<li>provide updates for a desktop software that integrates with UpdatePulse Server’s update and license API</li>
</ul>
Packages may be either uploaded directly, or downloaded automatically from configured Version Control Systems, public or private. 
Package updates may require a license ; both packages and licenses can be managed through an API or a user interface within UpdatePulse Server.
<h3>Important notes</h3>
The target audience of this plugin is developers, not end-users.
Zip PHP extension is required.
For more information, available APIs, functions, actions and filters, see <a href="https://github.com/anyape/updatepulse-server/blob/main/README.md" rel="nofollow ugc">the plugin’s full documentation</a>.
Make sure to read the full documentation and the content of the “Help” tab under “UpdatePulse Server” settings before opening an issue or contacting the author.
<h3>Overview</h3>
This plugin adds the following major features to WordPress:
<ul>
<li>Package management: to manage update packages, showing a listing with Package Name, Version, Type, File Name, Size, File Modified and License Status; includes bulk operations to delete and download, and the ability to delete all the packages.</li>
<li>Add Packages: Upload update packages from a local machine to the server, or download them to the server from a Version Control System.</li>
<li>Version Control Systems: Instead of manually uploading packages, use Version Control Systems to host packages, and download them to UpdatePulse Server automatically. Supports Bitbucket, Github and Gitlab, as well as self-hosted installations of Gitlab.</li>
<li>Cloud Storage: Instead of storing packages on the file system where UpdatePulse Server is installed, they can be stored on a cloud storage service, as long as it is compatible with Amazon S3’s API. Examples: Amazon S3, Cloudflare R2, Backblaze B2, MinIO, and many more!</li>
<li>UpdatePulse Server does not install executable code from the Version Control System onto your installation of WordPress, and does not track your activity. It is designed to only store packages and licenses, and to provide updates when they are requested.</li>
<li>Licenses: manage licenses with License Key, Registered Email, Status, Package Type, Package Slug, Creation Date, and Expiration Date; add and edit them with a form, or use the API for more control. Licenses prevent packages from being updated without a valid license. Licenses Keys are generated automatically by default and the values are unguessable (it is recommended to keep the default). When checking the validity of licenses, an extra license signature is also checked to prevent the use of a license on more than the configured allowed domains.</li>
<li>API: UpdatePulse Server provides APIs to manage packages and licenses. The APIs keys are secured with a system of tokens: the API keys are never shared over the network, acquiring a token requires signed payloads, and the tokens have a limited lifetime. For more details about tokens and security, see <a href="https://github.com/anyape/updatepulse-server/blob/main/docs/misc.md#nonce-api" rel="nofollow ugc">the Nonce API documentation</a>.</li>
</ul>
To connect their plugins or themes and UpdatePulse Server, developers can find integration examples in the <a href="https://github.com/Anyape/updatepulse-server-integration" rel="nofollow ugc">UpdatePulse Server Integration Examples</a> repository – theme and plugin examples rely heavily on the popular <a href="https://github.com/YahnisElsts/plugin-update-checker" rel="nofollow ugc">Plugin Update Checker</a> by <a href="https://github.com/YahnisElsts" rel="nofollow ugc">Yahnis Elsts</a>.
<h3>Companion Plugins</h3>
The following plugins are compatible with UpdatePulse Server and can be used to extend its functionality: 
* <a href="https://store.anyape.com/product/updatepulse-blocks/?wl=1" rel="nofollow ugc">Updatepulse Blocks</a>: a seamless way to display packages from UpdatePulse Server directly within your site using the WordPress Block Editor or shortcodes. 
* <a href="https://store.anyape.com/product/updatepulse-for-woocommerce/?wl=1" rel="nofollow ugc">UpdatePulse for WooCommerce</a>: a WooCommerce connector for UpdatePulse Server, allowing you to sell licensed packages through your WooCommerce store, either on the same WordPress installation or a separate store site.
Developers are encouraged to build plugins and themes <a href="https://github.com/anyape/updatepulse-server/blob/main/README.md" rel="nofollow ugc">integrated</a> with UpdatePulse Server, leveraging its publicly available functions, actions and filters, or by making use of the provided APIs.
If you wish to see your plugin added to this list, please <a href="mailto:updatepulse@anyape.com" rel="nofollow ugc">contact the author</a>.
<h3>Troubleshooting</h3>
Please read the plugin FAQ, there is a lot that may help you there!
UpdatePulse Server is regularly updated for compatibility, and bug reports are welcome, preferably on <a href="https://github.com/anyape/updatepulse-server/" rel="nofollow ugc">Github</a>. Pull Requests from developers following the <a href="https://github.com/WordPress/WordPress-Coding-Standards" rel="nofollow ugc">WordPress Coding Standards</a> (<code>WordPress-Extra</code> ruleset) are highly appreciated and will be credited upon merge.
In case the plugin has not been updated for a while, no panic: it simply means the compatibility flag has not been changed, and it very likely remains compatible with the latest version of WordPress. This is because it was designed with long-term compatibility in mind from the ground up.
Each bug report will be addressed in a timely manner if properly documented – previously unanswered general inquiries and issues reported on the WordPress forum may take significantly longer to receive a response (if any).
Only issues occurring with WordPress core, WooCommerce, and default WordPress themes (incl. WooCommerce Storefront) will be considered.
Troubleshooting involving 3rd-party plugins or themes will not be addressed on the WordPress support forum.

UpdatePulse Server

Run your own update server for plugins, themes or any other software: manage packages & licenses, and provide updates to your users.

David Allsop

Site Updates Report is a powerful WordPress maintenance plugin designed for agencies, developers, and website maintenance professionals who need to generate client reports.
It tracks all WordPress updates, plugin updates, and theme updates on your clients’ websites, then generates beautifully formatted reports that demonstrate the value of your maintenance services.
In addition to updates, Site Updates Report can also include backups and security scans in your maintenance reporting, giving clients a more complete picture of ongoing site care.
<h3>⚙️ Perfect for WordPress Maintenance Services</h3>
If you’re running a WordPress maintenance business or providing ongoing website support to clients, Site Updates Report eliminates the tedious manual work of compiling update logs.
The plugin automatically tracks every update made to WordPress, plugins, and themes from the moment it’s installed, creating a detailed audit trail that you can present to clients via email or PDF.
Beyond updates, you can also report on backups and security scans, helping clients understand the full scope of the maintenance work you provide.
<h3>✨ Key Benefits for Agencies & Developers</h3>
<ul>
<li>
Save Time & Increase Efficiency: Stop manually documenting updates. The plugin automatically tracks all WordPress updates, plugin updates, and theme updates, saving hours of administrative work each month.
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Professional Client Communication: Generate polished, branded reports with your logo and custom header/footer content. Show clients exactly what maintenance work has been performed, building trust and demonstrating value.
</li>
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Email Reports: Send maintenance reports directly to clients via email in HTML or plain text format. Keep clients informed without extra effort.
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PDF Export: Download professional PDF reports that can be saved, printed, or attached to invoices. Perfect for record-keeping and client documentation.
</li>
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Flexible Reporting Periods: Generate reports for calendar (past week, month, or 3 months), rolling (past 7, 30, or 90 days), or custom date ranges. Perfect for monthly maintenance reports, quarterly reviews, or ad hoc client requests.
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Complete Update History: Track version changes for WordPress, plugins, and themes. Reports show what was updated, when it was updated, and version changes (before and after).
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Customizable Branding: Add your agency logo, custom header content, and footer text to make reports match your brand identity and professional standards.
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More Than Just Updates: Include backups and security scans alongside update logs to showcase comprehensive website maintenance.
</li>
</ul>
<h3>💎 Why Choose Site Updates Report?</h3>
WordPress maintenance is essential for website security, performance, and stability. However, many clients don’t understand the technical work involved in keeping their sites updated. Site Updates Report bridges this communication gap by automatically documenting all maintenance activities.
Whether you’re a freelance WordPress developer managing multiple client sites, a digital agency offering maintenance packages, or an in-house developer responsible for website upkeep, this plugin transforms your update tracking from a time-consuming chore into a professional client communication tool.
By including backups and security scans alongside update reporting, Site Updates Report helps you clearly communicate the preventative work that protects your clients’ websites – not just the visible changes.
<h3>💼 Example Use Case: ABC Agency</h3>
ABC Agency manages maintenance for 50+ client WordPress websites. Before using Site Updates Report, their team spent time each month manually documenting updates across all client sites, often missing updates or struggling to recall what work was performed weeks earlier. This manual process was error-prone and didn’t scale as their client base grew.
After installing Site Updates Report, the updates were automatically tracked for WordPress, plugin, and theme updates in the background. At the end of each month, ABC Agency sends a report showing exactly what updates were performed, when they occurred, and version changes – helping clients clearly understand the work completed and reinforcing the ongoing value of proactive website maintenance.
<h3>▶️ Usage</h3>
After installation, access the settings under Settings > Site Updates Report.
<h3>🧑‍💻 Developer</h3>
Created by <a href="https://davidallsop.com" rel="nofollow ugc">David Allsop</a>. Additional details are available on the <a href="https://davidallsop.com/work/site-updates-report/" rel="nofollow ugc">project page</a>.

Site Updates Report

Automatically track WordPress, plugin, and theme updates, and generate branded, professional client reports in email or PDF format.

UpdatePulse Server vs Site Updates Report