DateSweep

Name: DateSweep
Author: Jan Stevens

For WordPress admins: DateSweep bulk-updates post dates with preview and one-click undo so you safely reorganize content without data loss.

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About

DateSweep is a WordPress plugin that bulk-updates published and modified dates across posts, pages, custom post types, and comments in batched, reversible operations. Users can preview changes before applying them and instantly undo runs using one-click restoration. The free version handles core functionality while Pro adds scheduled automation, ACF field support, and advanced filtering.

Key Features

Bulk update published and modified dates across posts, pages, custom post types, and comments
Preview changes before applying them to ensure accuracy
One-click undo to instantly restore previous dates
Batched operations for safe, reversible updates
Pro version includes scheduled automation for recurring date updates
Pro version adds ACF field support and advanced filtering options

Use Cases

Republish old blog posts by batch-updating their dates to current day, then preview the changes before making them live to boost SEO
Fix accidentally backdated content by selecting a range of posts and correcting their published dates in one operation instead of editing individually
Migrate content from another platform and normalize all imported post dates to match their actual publication timeline in one safe, reversible batch
Reset modified dates on pages you've only done minor edits to, preserving original publish dates while removing false 'recently updated' signals
Schedule regular date updates for evergreen content during off-peak hours using Pro automation, then instantly revert if any issues arise with one click

Who it is for

WordPress site owners managing content migrations or republishing archives
Content managers batch-updating post dates for SEO or chronological reorganizati
Developers building client sites who need to backdate imported or restructured c
Agencies handling multi-site date corrections across dozens of posts at once
Content strategists scheduling bulk date changes with undo capability for testin

Pricing

DateSweep offers a free version with core bulk-date updating functionality, while a Pro tier adds scheduled automation, ACF field support, and advanced filtering. Specific pricing details are available on the official website. Like many WordPress plugins, the service follows a freemium model with optional premium features for advanced use cases.

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FAQ

Is changing dates safe for SEO?

DateSweep changes dates, not content. It's built for cases where the dates are genuinely misleading — rebuilds, imports, migrations — or to accompany real content maintenance. Age targeting and the “never overwrite recent edits” guardrail help you stay on the right side of that line.

Will it touch my actual content?

No. Only the date columns of posts/pages (and comment dates) change. Titles, content, excerpts, custom fields and settings are never modified — which is also why it’s safe with Elementor, Avada and Divi.

Can I undo a run?

Yes. Every run snapshots the previous dates first. The free plugin restores your most recent run; Pro keeps a 10-run undo history.

Does it work on large sites?

Yes — items are processed in batches of 100 over AJAX with a live progress bar, so tens of thousands of posts complete without PHP timeouts.

What's the difference between free and Pro?

The free plugin does the full manual job: bulk updates, preview, filters and single-run undo. Pro adds automation and scale — scheduling, ACF date fields, age targeting, IndexNow, a 10-run undo history and 100-row previews.

How does the license work?

Pro is licensed per number of sites (1 / 10 / unlimited), billed annually, with a 14-day money-back guarantee. Updates and priority support are included for the year.