Completely disables all backend comment submissions (wp-comments-post.php, REST API, XML-RPC) to stop ghost comment spam.
Alternatives to Block Comment Spam Bots
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Automatically remove spam comments without Akismet. Universal spam detection that blocks junk, hidden links, fake names, gibberish, and automated subm …
AOS Comment Spam Cleanupv1.6.3
Clean up comment spam by URL pattern, schedule auto-cleanups, block bots with a honeypot, and auto-score comment quality — all in one panel.
Stop card testing, fake orders, comment spam, and AI crawlers with no CAPTCHA. 100% local, no account or API key, works instantly on activation.
A simple and lightweight yet rock-solid plugin that blocks comment spam using multiple automatic detection methods.
AJAX comments with layered spam protection and no CAPTCHA. Threaded replies, load more, and 5 editable notification emails. Free, no pro version.
Habibur Comment Blockerv1.0.0
Effortlessly disable comments and pingbacks sitewide to improve performance and security.
Auto-discard comment spam before it ever hits your database. Zero-Touch protection — no API keys, no external calls,
Lightweight, zero-dependency Proof-of-Work anti-spam protection for WordPress comments.
A comprehensive local WordPress comment-management suite for comment control, spam protection, moderation, cleanup and engagement.