Outstand Silent Update
Update a post without changing its modified date in the Block Editor.
by Outstand · github.com/pixelalbatross/outstand-silent-update · website
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Install
The author publishes release zips, so WP-CLI can install straight from GitHub:
wp plugin install https://github.com/pixelalbatross/outstand-silent-update/releases/download/1.1.3/outstand-silent-update-1.1.3.zipAlso on Packagist as outstand/silent-update:
composer require outstand/silent-updateDeclares an update source (https://outstand.site/), so updates arrive through the plugin's own updater.
From the readme
Outstand Silent Update
Update a post without changing its modified date in the Block Editor.
Description
When you fix a typo, adjust formatting, or make minor edits to a published post, you may not want the "Last Modified" date to change. This plugin adds a Silent Update button to the Block Editor that saves your changes while preserving the original modified date.
This is useful when:
- Fixing typos or formatting on older content
- Updating internal links or media without signaling a content change
- Preventing RSS feeds from resurfacing old posts after minor edits
- Keeping "Last Updated" displays accurate to actual content changes
How it works
1. Open a published post in the Block Editor.
2. Click the Silent Update button in the editor header toolbar.
3. A sidebar opens showing the current date and the last modified date that will be preserved.
4. Click Save silently to save your changes without updating the modified date.
The button only appears for published posts on supported post types.
Installation
Manual Installation
1. Download the latest release ZIP from the Releases page.
2. Go to Plugins Add New Upload Plugin in your WordPress admin area.
3. Upload the ZI
Read the full README on GitHub →