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Message Filter for Contact Form 7

By Kofi Mokome

Forms & Data Collection / Contact Forms

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Message Filter for Contact Form 7 Review - In-Depth Analysis

Filter messages submitted through Contact Form 7 based on restricted words and emails. Reduce spam effectively.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7/10

User Rating

4.9/5 (based on 13+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

5.7 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin filters messages submitted from Contact Form 7. You can decide to either filter messages based on restricted words found in the content of the message or filter based on the email of the person submitting the form.

Do you receive spam every day? Have you installed a dozen plugins and you still get spammed? Well, this may be the solution to your problem. Filters will be extended to other contact form plugins with time.

Upgrade to the pro version to access features like unlimited words and emails, monthly spam reports, spam suggestions, blacklist/whitelist forms, CSV upload for spam words/emails, and custom filters.

Comparing to Alternatives

Message Filter for Contact Form 7 stands out in the Contact Form 7 enhancement category with several direct alternatives available, offering users a variety of options for form management and spam control.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Effectively filters spam based on customizable keywords.
Integrates seamlessly with Contact Form 7.
Offers both free and pro versions with enhanced features.
Highly rated by users for spam reduction effectiveness.
Easy to configure and use.

Weaknesses

Has a history of multiple security vulnerabilities, though fixed in recent updates.
Some advanced features require the pro version.
Limited to Contact Form 7 plugin users.
Security risk score is moderate, suggesting caution and timely updates.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a near-perfect rating of 4.9 out of 5 from 13 reviews, users overwhelmingly praise the plugin for its spam filtering capabilities and ease of use, with no recorded negative reviews.

Positive highlights

"Everybody Site with CF7 Should be Using this Plugin" - schmekis
"Does exactly what it says." - darrenbb
"Works great!" - alexander042
"Good Solution" - Arcelius
"Almost completely SPAM-free now!" - BJ Harrington

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Requires pro version for some advanced spam filtering features.
Security vulnerabilities have been reported and fixed, requiring users to keep the plugin updated.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users of Contact Form 7 looking for an effective and easy-to-use spam filtering solution that integrates directly with their existing forms.

Not ideal for

Users who do not use Contact Form 7 or those unwilling to maintain timely updates due to past security vulnerabilities.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic keyword-based spam filtering that effectively reduces unwanted messages.

Pro version

The pro version includes advanced filtering options such as blocking specific email patterns and enhanced spam detection capabilities.

Final Verdict

Message Filter for Contact Form 7 is a highly effective plugin for reducing spam in Contact Form 7 forms, praised for its ease of use and strong user satisfaction. Its integration and keyword filtering features make it a valuable tool for site owners facing spam issues.

However, users should be aware of its history of security vulnerabilities and ensure they keep the plugin updated to the latest version. For those using Contact Form 7, it offers excellent value, especially with the pro version's advanced features.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Message Filter for Contact Form 7 plugin.

Contact Form 7

Spam filter

WPForms

Screenshots

FAQ

How can I report security bugs?

You can report security bugs through the Patchstack Vulnerability Disclosure Program. The Patchstack team help validate, triage and handle any security vulnerabilities. Report a security vulnerability.