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MainWP Cache Control
MainWP Cache Control by MainWP is an extension for the MainWP Dashboard that clears cache across your connected WordPress sites. It can purge cache automatically after core, theme or plugin updates, or on demand for the sites you pick, using the caching tools your sites already run.
- Version
- 5.3
- Released
- Sep 23, 2026
- Developer
- MainWP
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Requires
- MainWP
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $4.79 a year on its own
What’s new in MainWP Cache Control 5.3
Version 5.3 · Sep 23, 2026
Latest
- FixedStrengthened cache purge authorization, site validation, mixed-result reporting, and bulk-run reliability.
- FixedReading a Cloudflare key saved by an older extension version no longer deletes it during migration to encrypted storage, and bearer token reads leave the stored key untouched.
- FixedA failed credential save or delete can no longer leave the stored Cloudflare key or token undecryptable; the old key file is kept until the new value is confirmed stored.
- FixedBulk purge runs keep per-site results separate and keep retry available after mixed or failed outcomes.
- NewSite cache status ability for the MainWP Abilities API, reporting a child site's detected cache solution, last reported purge, and auto-purge configuration.
- ImprovedImproved Cloudflare enablement handling when no applicable settings are configured.
What it does
When you look after a group of WordPress sites, every round of updates leaves stale cached pages behind. Logging into each site to purge its cache by hand is slow and easy to forget, so visitors can end up seeing old content. This extension adds cache management to the MainWP Dashboard, so you can handle that job for your whole network from one place instead of site by site.
It works with caching plugins such as Breeze, LiteSpeed Cache, WP Fastest Cache, W3 Total Cache and WP Rocket, and it also connects to Cloudflare. You can let it clear cache automatically whenever core, theme or plugin updates run, or clear selected sites manually from the Manage Sites page or the Cache Control widgets. Logs record each purge, and bulk runs keep results separate for each site, with retry available when some sites fail.
Best for
- Agencies running many client sites in MainWP
- Freelancers who maintain several WordPress sites
- Site managers using Cloudflare or caching plugins
Features
Automatic purge after updates
Clears the cache on connected sites whenever WordPress core, theme or plugin updates run, so visitors see current content without a separate manual step.
One-click bulk clearing
Clear caches on many sites at the same time with a single click from the MainWP Dashboard, which removes repetitive per-site work.
Works with common caching plugins
Supports Breeze, LiteSpeed Cache, WP Fastest Cache, W3 Total Cache, WP Rocket and others, so each site can keep its existing caching setup.
Cloudflare integration
Connects to Cloudflare so edge cache can be purged along with plugin cache, with your stored Cloudflare key or token kept in encrypted storage.
Manual control for selected sites
Pick specific sites and clear their cache from the Manage Sites page or the Cache Control widgets whenever you need a manual refresh.
Cache clearing logs
Review logs of cache clearing activity to see when each purge happened and confirm the results across your sites.
Per-site results and retry
Bulk purge runs report results for each site separately and keep a retry option available when some sites return mixed or failed outcomes.
MainWP Cache Control older versions
- 5.2Sep 42 new, 1 improvement
- 5.1.1Jun 21 fix
- 5.1May 295 new, 3 improvements, 1 fix
- 5.0.4Sep 11, 2025
- 5.0.3Apr 29, 2025
- 5.0.2Mar 6, 2025
- 5.0.1Jan 31, 2025
- 5.0Feb 29, 2024
- 4.0.3Aug 16, 2023
- 4.0.2Jun 9, 2023
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
11 older versions in all. If you need one that is not listed, ask support.
Questions about MainWP Cache Control
Do I need MainWP to use this?
Yes. MainWP Cache Control is an extension for the MainWP WordPress management system. It runs from the MainWP Dashboard and works with the child sites you have connected there.
Which caching tools does it work with?
It works with caching plugins including Breeze, LiteSpeed Cache, WP Fastest Cache, W3 Total Cache and WP Rocket, among others. It also integrates with Cloudflare, so you can keep the caching tools your sites already use.
Can it clear cache without me doing anything?
Yes. It can clear cache automatically on your connected sites after core, theme or plugin updates. You can also clear cache manually for selected sites through the Manage Sites page or the Cache Control widgets.
What happens if a bulk purge fails on some sites?
Bulk runs keep the results for each site separate, so you can see which sites succeeded and which did not. A retry option stays available after mixed or failed outcomes, and logs record the activity.
Is MainWP Cache Control free?
The code of MainWP Cache Control is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of MainWP Cache Control is this?
Version 5.3, released Sep 23, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update MainWP Cache Control?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of MainWP Cache Control automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does MainWP Cache Control need?
MainWP Cache Control needs MainWP installed and active.
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