Keep the last modified date unchanged for minor post updates.
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YBP Modify Date Controlv1.0.12
Easily control post modification dates. Choose to keep the original date, reset it, or set a manual date. Compatible with WordPress 7.1 and PHP 8.3.
Show the last updated (last modified) date on WordPress posts and pages, add dateModified schema, and keep minor edits from changing the date.
Lock Last Modified Datev1.1.1
With this plugin, you can prevent the last modified date from being updated for minor edits, such as fixing typos or updating thumbnails.
Automatically display the last modified date on posts, before content or after the title. Supports custom label text and translation.
Selective maintenance and service-status control for WordPress. Keep unaffected parts online with up to three independent Service Zones.
Bulk-update published and/or modified dates of posts, pages, custom post types and comments — batched, safe and timeout-free.
Freshet Pages Plusv1.6.3
Duplicate page or post in one click, sortable last modified column, parent and template filters, the URL path under every title, search by slug.
Display the “Last Modified” date on posts, pages, and products to signal freshness, boost SEO, and increase visitor trust