AI Reply
The “AI Reply” plugin adds a new “Reply with ChatGPT” option to the comment page in wp-admin. This option utilizes OpenAI API to generate a text response to the comment. It helps to save time and effort by…
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AI Reply shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 3 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.2 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where AI Reply stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| AI | >100 |
| ChatGPT | >100 |
| comment | >100 |
| gpt | >100 |
| openai | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About AI Reply
From the official readme · v1.0.2Description
The “AI Reply” plugin adds a new “Reply with ChatGPT” option to the comment page in wp-admin. This option utilizes OpenAI API to generate a text response to the comment. It helps to save time and effort by auto-generating a response to the comment.
OpenAI API
The AI Reply relies on a API service provided by OpenAI for certain functionality. The data transmitted to the OpenAI servers primarily consists of the content of the comment you are replying. It is important to check your usage on the OpenAI website for accurate information. Please also review their Privacy Policy and Terms of Service for further information.
Usage
- Go to the OpenAI website
- Click on the “Get started” button.
- Create an account or just Continue with your Google or Microsoft Account
- Once your registration is complete, you will receive an email with instructions on how to activate your account.
- Once your account is activated, log in to the OpenAI API dashboard.
- Click on the “API Keys” tab and then click the “Create new secret key” button.
- Copy the API key and paste it here.
Installation
Upload the plugin files to the /wp-content/plugins/ai-reply directory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly.
Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress.
Go to “AI Reply Settings” in wp-admin, and enter your OpenAI API key.
Save the settings, and you are ready to go.
Frequently asked questions
How can I get an API key for OpenAI?
To get an API key for OpenAI, you need to create an account on OpenAI and generate an API key. You can follow the steps given in the Usage section above for more information.
Can I review the generated reply before sending?
Yes, the reply text generated by the OpenAI API will be display in the Reply textbox. You can edit the text before sending the reply.
Is there a limit on the number of replies I can generate?
Yes, there is a limit on the number of replies you can generate based on your OpenAI API plan.
Changelog
1.0.0 (2023/06/01)
- First release.
1.0.1 (2023/06/10)
- Add: settings link in plugins page
- Add: openai chat api add system role to act as wordpress admin to reply comment
1.0.2 (2023/06/19)
- Add: Donate link https://ko-fi.com/bensonruan
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FAQ
AI Reply: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 28, 2026
Is AI Reply free?
Yes. AI Reply is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is AI Reply safe to use in 2026?
AI Reply shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.
How many websites use AI Reply?
AI Reply is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,400 times since it launched in June 2023. It was downloaded 53 times in the last 30 days.
Does AI Reply work with WordPress 7.1?
AI Reply is officially tested up to WordPress 6.2.13, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was AI Reply last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on June 19, 2023 (3 years ago).
Who makes AI Reply?
AI Reply is developed and maintained by Benson Ruan.
What are the best alternatives to AI Reply?
The most popular alternatives to AI Reply are Elementor Website Builder (10M+ installs), All in One SEO (2M+ installs) and AI Agent by SiteGround (1M+ installs).
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