WP Core & plugin updates

Keeping your WordPress website secure and running smoothly isn’t a one-time task—it’s an ongoing process. And one of the most important parts of that process? Regular updates to your WordPress core and plugins.

At Thorn Creative, we include monthly core and plugin updates in all our WordPress maintenance plans. We don’t just click “update” and hope for the best—we take a careful, hands-on approach to make sure everything works exactly as it should after each update.

Why does it matter?
Outdated plugins or WordPress versions are one of the biggest causes of website hacks and errors. Developers release updates not just to add new features, but to patch security flaws and ensure compatibility with the latest technology. Skipping updates can leave your site vulnerable or cause things to break unexpectedly.

Our monthly update process includes:

• Manual review before and after updates to catch any issues

• Testing for compatibility to avoid plugin conflicts

• Rollback plans in case something goes sideways

And because updates are handled by humans (not just automation), we’re there to troubleshoot if anything goes wrong—before you even notice a problem.

Think of it as digital housekeeping—quietly done in the background so your website stays clean, secure, and performing at its best.