Anti-Spam Protection — WordPress Anti-Spam Plugin
Anti-Spam Protection – No API Key, GDPR Friendly
by fullworks · WordPress.org page · Website
Anti-Spam Protection has 1,000+ active installs on WordPress.org and 65,740 downloads all time. We have tracked it since September 4, 2026; download trends appear after 30 days of data. The last update was on August 21, 2026, tested up to WordPress 7.1.
Anti-Spam Protection at a glance
Is Anti-Spam Protection well maintained?
Features
The feature list from the plugin's own readme on WordPress.org, trimmed to the essentials.
- Invisible honeypot fields – Bots can’t resist filling hidden fields that humans never see
- Timing analysis – Bots submit forms instantly; real people don’t
- Behavioral fingerprinting – Bot patterns are detectable and consistent
- No user friction – Your visitors never know the protection exists
- Lightning fast – All processing happens locally on your server
Anti-Spam Protection reviews and ratings
12 reviews on WordPress.org, with the most recent ones as their authors posted them.
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Powerfull Spam Protection
I've tried several anti-spam plugins over the years, but Anti-Spam Protection, No CAPTCHA, No API Key has been one of the easiest and most effective solutions I've used. Installation took only a few minutes, and it started blocking spam immediately without requiring complicated setup, CAPTCHA challenges, or third-party API keys. That's exactly what I was looking for—a plugin that simply works without adding unnecessary complexity for my visitors. I especially appreciate that it stays out of the way. My contact forms remain clean and user-friendly, while the spam quietly disappears in the background. It's lightweight, reliable, and doesn't feel bloated with features I'll never use. As someone who would rather spend time creating content than deleting spam, this plugin has been a huge time saver. If you're looking for a straightforward, effective anti-spam solution for WordPress, I highly recommend giving it a try. I'd also like to thank Alan for the excellent support. On the few occasions I had questions, he responded quickly, professionally, and genuinely wanted to help. It's refreshing to find a developer who not only builds a solid plugin but also stands behind it. Thank you for creating a product that simply works. Fred V
fredvillareal -
Amazing technology!
Thank you to Alan and team for this great product. It just works! No other words to describe it... well played :)
dimaivanov84 -
Unbelievably Effective!
I remember the times I was bombarded with hundreds and thousands of quite inapropriate spam on my numerous Wordpress sites. It took a lot of time, energy, and patience to clear that up. Then, I found Anti-Spam by Fullworks. I couldn't believe such a plugin could be free AND effective. Yet, for years I used the free version of Anti-Spam by Fullworks on my more than 25 educational Wordpress sites with no issue whatsoever. Instead of dealing with spam, I used my extra time on building content. I liked this plugin so much that I now have the paid version on all my sites.
maestrosersea -
I like pluigns like this
Unlike Akismet which needs an API key and a whole load of limitations this one just works. And works really well. Highly recommended
Graham -
Install and forget
I had a site with multiple spam entries and I've tried a couple of options. None had the efficiency of this plugin. I highly recommend
Valerio Vaz -
It just works
I love that I don’t have to fight with this anymore. So simple. Can’t recommend enough.
gelform
Where Anti-Spam Protection ranks on WordPress.org
The rankings we track that Anti-Spam Protection appears in, and how its position changed over 30 days.
| Ranking | WordPress.org placement | Position | 30 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Anti-Spam Plugins | #62 by tag, #14 in search | #25 | – |
| Best GDPR Plugins | #49 in search, not tagged | #78 | – |
Anti-Spam Protection alternatives
Plugins that solve the same problem, ranked by how closely they overlap with Anti-Spam Protection.
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Invisible Anti-Spam & CAPTCHA 4,000+ installs · 4.8 -
Antispam Bee 700,000+ installs · 4.8 -
Honeypot 400,000+ installs · 5.0 -
SilentShield 10,000+ installs · 4.7 -
Stop Spammers Classic 30,000+ installs · 4.4
Details
Block spam on Contact Form 7, WPForms & comments. No API key. GDPR compliant. Free for commercial use. No configuration needed.
The full description, screenshots and every review live on the WordPress.org page.
Rankings Anti-Spam Protection competes in
Tags
- anti-spam
- cf7
- contact form 7
- spam protection
- WPForms
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- Version
- 3.0.2
- Last updated
- Aug 21, 2026
- First published
- Nov 27, 2019
- Requires WordPress
- 5.3.0
- Tested up to
- 7.1
- Requires PHP
- 7.4
- Pricing
- Free, paid version available
Anti-Spam Protection FAQ
What does Anti-Spam Protection do?
According to its WordPress.org readme, Anti-Spam Protection offers Invisible honeypot fields – Bots can’t resist filling hidden fields that humans never see, Timing analysis – Bots submit forms instantly; real people don’t, Behavioral fingerprinting – Bot patterns are detectable and consistent, No user friction – Your visitors never know the protection exists and Lightning fast – All processing happens locally on your server.
How many active installs does Anti-Spam Protection have?
WordPress.org reports 1,000+ active installs for Anti-Spam Protection as of September 7, 2026.
Is Anti-Spam Protection still maintained?
Yes. The last release was on August 21, 2026 and it is tested up to WordPress 7.1.
Is Anti-Spam Protection free?
Anti-Spam Protection is free to install from WordPress.org. The developer lists it as commercial, so a paid version or paid add-ons exist.
Where does Anti-Spam Protection rank among Anti-Spam Plugins?
Anti-Spam Protection is #25 in the WordPress.org Anti-Spam Plugins ranking.