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Forget Spam Comment

By Gulshan Kumar

Security & Privacy / Security Scanning & Malware Protection

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

6.65/10

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 offers a straightforward approach to blocking comment spam compared to other plugins that may require more complex setups or CAPTCHA challenges.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and effective spam blocking without user interaction
Lightweight with minimal configuration needed
No CAPTCHA or user inconvenience
Immediate reduction in spam comments reported
Free and easy to install

Weaknesses

Lacks advanced features found in some alternatives
No pro version or premium support
May require updates to maintain compatibility with latest WordPress versions
Limited to comment spam protection only

User Sentiment Analysis

Users generally praise Forget Spam Comment for its simplicity and effectiveness, though some note occasional issues and lack of support.

Positive highlights

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

Common complaints

Stopped working after WordPress 6.5.5 update
Lack of developer support
No updates or maintenance delays
Limited features compared to other plugins

Weaknesses

Compatibility issues with latest WordPress versions
No premium support or advanced options
Limited scope focusing only on comment spam

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a lightweight, no-fuss plugin to effectively block comment spam without CAPTCHAs or complex setup will find this plugin ideal.

Not ideal for

Those needing comprehensive spam protection across multiple forms or requiring advanced features and dedicated support may find this plugin insufficient.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides effective comment spam blocking with minimal configuration and no user interaction required.

Final Verdict

Forget Spam Comment is a highly effective and simple solution for blocking comment spam, praised for its ease of use and immediate results.

However, it lacks advanced features and has experienced compatibility issues with recent WordPress updates, making it best suited for users who want straightforward spam prevention without additional bells and whistles.

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.