WP-SpamFree Update – New Features, Including Trackback Spam Protection
by Scott Allen - April 27, 2008
Filed Under Blogging, Spam, WP-SpamFree, WordPress Plugins
Those of you who have kept up with recent updates will probably have noticed your trackback/pingback spam going down. Well, recently I added a powerful trackback/pingback spam protection algorithm. So far, from all the tests and reports I’ve gotten back, it seems to be working really well. If for some reason, you do have a trackback or pingback spam get through, please let me know by submitting your spam sample, including as much info about it as possible at the WP-SpamFree Support Page. (Those of you who have been in contact with me lately know that I respond quickly to these and will often update the plugin in less than 24 hours.)
Recent updates include:
- Powerful trackback/pingback spam protection algorithm.
- Now you can display your spam stats on your blog. Simply insert the code into your theme and you can show off how much spam you’re not getting anymore.
- New buttons/badges to let others know about WP-SpamFree. Join the movement to end blog spam. ( </blogspam> ) Post one of these badges on your site and let others know about WP-SpamFree.
- Added a Support Page to make it easier to contact me for support or other WP-SpamFree questions.
Also, I want to thank all of you for your support, feedback, and encouragement with this project. You have been awesome, and I’ll continue to work hard to make this a great spam-fighting tool for you all. :)
Download Plugin / Documentation
Latest Version — 2.1.0.6: Download Now
Plugin Homepage / Documentation: WP-SpamFree
WordPress.org Page: WP-SpamFree
Leave Comments: WP-SpamFree Release Announcement Blog Post
Tech Support/Questions: WP-SpamFree Support Page
End Blog Spam: Let Others Know About WP-SpamFree!
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Thanks for the plugin – I look forward to seeing the results (or lack thereof). One thing, does it require that Akismet be activated? Thanks again.
@Steven: You’re welcome! Nope, it doesn’t require anything other than activating WP-SpamFree. You’re welcome to use Akismet in conjunction with WP-SpamFree if you like, but it’s not necessary.
Great plugin! I’ve installed it one hour ago and it has already blocked a lot of spam. Also added one of your small “spam free” buttons :-)
One simple question: can I see the blocked spam anywhere? Thanks
Sorry for bothering u with the question – I saw your response on the wordpress forum on the same issue!
thank you so much for making my wwworld a better one with this awesome plugin.