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Forget Spam Comment

By Gulshan Kumar

Security & Privacy / Security Scanning & Malware Protection

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Forget Spam Comment Review - In-Depth Analysis

The ultimate solution to stop spam comments in WordPress. This plugin is GDPR compliant and requires no settings. It uses a fast, automatic method to block spam comments from bots.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.9/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 46+ reviews)

Active Installations

9,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

The fastest and GDPR compliant Anti-Spam plugin to prevent bot spam in the Default Commenting System of WordPress.

This plugin blocks the default action path for bots and makes it accessible over a unique hash query string when a visitor scrolls to leave a comment. This way, it prevents automated spam comments done by bots.

It is a captcha-free solution that requires no settings and is compatible with all page caching and performance optimization plugins. The plugin is designed to be fast, using a tiny inline JavaScript that does all the magic in just about 200 bytes.

Comparing to Alternatives

Forget Spam Comment stands out in the WordPress anti-spam plugin space with a unique approach that effectively blocks comment spam without complex configurations. While there are several alternatives available, this plugin offers a straightforward, set-and-forget solution.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Extremely simple and effective at blocking comment spam
No complicated setup or configuration required
Free to use with no paid version needed
Does not rely on CAPTCHA or external services
Minimal impact on site performance

Weaknesses

Lacks advanced customization options
No dedicated support as noted by some users
May require updates to maintain compatibility with latest WordPress versions
Limited features compared to some comprehensive anti-spam plugins

User Sentiment Analysis

User reviews overwhelmingly praise Forget Spam Comment, reflected in its perfect 5-star rating from 46 reviews. Users appreciate its simplicity and effectiveness in eliminating comment spam.

Positive highlights

"Works like a charm! No fuss plugin, set it and forget it." — Mayank Gupta
"Simple and effective solution against comment spam." — Ivan Jerônimo
"Best ultra-simple (and free) way to stop comment spam." — Dan Knauss
"Great plugin, does the job most of the time." — qerghgfjkgk
"Excellent plugin but poor support!" — amirhossein7

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Limited support availability
Occasional compatibility issues with latest WordPress updates
Lack of advanced features for power users

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a lightweight, no-configuration-needed plugin to effectively block comment spam without hassle.

Not ideal for

Those needing advanced anti-spam features, extensive customization, or dedicated support may find this plugin less suitable.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides a highly effective spam blocking solution with minimal setup and no cost.

Final Verdict

Forget Spam Comment is an excellent choice for WordPress users who want a simple, reliable, and free solution to eliminate comment spam without dealing with complex settings or CAPTCHAs. Its flawless security record and high user satisfaction make it a trustworthy option.

While it lacks advanced features and dedicated support, its ease of use and effectiveness outweigh these limitations for most users. Those requiring more customization or support might consider alternative plugins, but for straightforward spam prevention, this plugin excels.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Forget Spam Comment plugin.

Anti-spam

GDPR

Stop Spam

FAQ

Go to any post where comment is enabled and try to post a comment. If comment is posted successfully means everything is working fine. If you see error 400, you just have forgot to clear page cache after plugin activation. If you are still unable to post a comment and page just reload to itself means your theme uses a different comment form ID that has not been included by this plugin. Please create a support topic with your site URL. I will take care of it.