The WordPress plugins that add functionality to your WordPress site (Google Ads, Feedback Forms, Analytics, “Share This” links, etc…) are frequently updated by their authors.  You will be notified that there are plugin updates by a small number showing up next to your Plugins section of the WordPress admin site and one showing up next to the Updates item in the Dashboard section.

Dashboard notification that there are Plugin updates to install

Plugins section notification that there are Plugin updates to install

You can review and install plugin updates by clicking on either link.  The instructions/screenshots below are for clicking on the Updates link in the Dashboard section.

Select all WordPress Plugins for updating

Next click the Select All checkbox and click the Update Plugins button.  That’s it.  You’re WordPress plugins are now all up to date!

Your WordPress plugins are now up to date