Auto Post Expire
by ninjatech24 · WordPress.org page
Auto Post Expire has 1,000+ active installs on WordPress.org and 4,181 downloads all time. We have tracked it since September 4, 2026; download trends appear after 30 days of data. The last update was on June 20, 2025, tested up to WordPress 6.8.8.
Auto Post Expire at a glance
Is Auto Post Expire well maintained?
Features
The feature list from the plugin's own readme on WordPress.org, trimmed to the essentials.
- Automatic Post Expiration: Set an expiration date for posts, after which they are automatically moved to draft status
- Customizable Expiration Date: Choose a specific date for posts to expire
- Expiration Status Indicator: Clearly see which posts have expiration dates and when they are set to expire
- Post Type Compatibility: Supports various post types, including blog posts, custom posts, and more
- User-Friendly Interface: Simple and intuitive settings within the WordPress admin panel for easy configuration
Auto Post Expire reviews and ratings
1 reviews on WordPress.org, with the most recent ones as their authors posted them.
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Very useful plugin that automatically moves posts to draft when they expire.
This plugin is extremely useful and does exactly what it promises. The setup is quick, and the interface is intuitive, even for beginners. It integrates well with other tools and doesn’t slow down the site. I’ve found it to be reliable and hassle-free. Highly recommended for anyone in need of a practical, no-nonsense solution!
jackturner4416
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Details
Sets an expiration date for posts, auto moving them to draft after the set period.
The full description, screenshots and every review live on the WordPress.org page.
Tags
- auto expire
- custom post expire
- expire
- post expire
- Version
- 1.2
- Last updated
- Jun 20, 2025
- First published
- Nov 29, 2024
- Requires WordPress
- 5.8
- Tested up to
- 6.8.8
- Requires PHP
- 5.2.4
- Pricing
- Free on WordPress.org
Auto Post Expire FAQ
What does Auto Post Expire do?
According to its WordPress.org readme, Auto Post Expire offers Automatic Post Expiration: Set an expiration date for posts, after which they are automatically moved to draft status, Customizable Expiration Date: Choose a specific date for posts to expire, Expiration Status Indicator: Clearly see which posts have expiration dates and when they are set to expire, Post Type Compatibility: Supports various post types, including blog posts, custom posts, and more and User-Friendly Interface: Simple and intuitive settings within the WordPress admin panel for easy configuration.
How many active installs does Auto Post Expire have?
WordPress.org reports 1,000+ active installs for Auto Post Expire as of September 7, 2026.
Is Auto Post Expire still maintained?
The last release was on June 20, 2025, more than a year ago. WordPress.org shows a warning on plugins that go this long without an update.
Does Auto Post Expire have good support?
On the WordPress.org forum, 0 of 1 recent support threads for Auto Post Expire are marked resolved. That is the developer's free support; a paid version usually comes with its own channel.
Is Auto Post Expire free?
Auto Post Expire is free to install from WordPress.org. Many plugins also sell a paid version or add-ons.