SpamScrubber
A simple and robust anti-spam plugin that adds a submission delay, JavaScript token, and a honeypot field to your site's forms.
Plugin info
Maintenance & Compatibility
Maintenance score
Maintained • Last updated 129 days ago
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Likely maintained (last update 129 days ago).
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Description
SpamScrubber helps block bots and spam submissions by:
– Adding a customizable delay to all form submit buttons.
– Obfuscating form actions for non-JavaScript users.
– Adding a honeypot field (with customizable label) to trap bots.
– Blocking direct POSTs by requiring a JavaScript token.
– Providing admin stats for various spam attempt types.
License
This plugin is free software released under the GPLv2 or later.
Installation
- Upload the
spamscrubberfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Configure the plugin in Settings > SpamScrubber.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, all forms output on the front-end will have protection by default. You can exclude specific pages/posts.
No, it only targets public forms output in your theme.
Yes, it works alongside most popular form plugins.
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Screenshots
Settings page with counters.
Submission Blocked error page.
Changelog
1.0.0
- Initial release.