CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation
Uses CleanMod to detect toxic comments and automatically hold or block them.
Use with caution
CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 10 months ago, and scores 43/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
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Rankings
Where CleanMod stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| AI | >100 |
| comments | >100 |
| content moderation | #93 |
| moderation | >100 |
| spam | >100 |
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation
From the official readme · v0.1.0Description
CleanMod WordPress Plugin integrates CleanMod AI comment moderation to automatically detect and handle toxic comments on your WordPress site.
Features
- Automatic Moderation: New comments are automatically sent to CleanMod’s moderation API
- Flexible Behavior: Configure how flagged and blocked comments are handled
- Fail-Safe: Comments still work even if the API is unavailable
- Native WordPress Integration: Works with WordPress’s built-in comment system
How It Works
- When a new comment is submitted, the plugin intercepts it using WordPress’s
pre_comment_approvedfilter - The comment text is sent to CleanMod’s
/api/v1/moderateendpoint - Based on the
decisionreturned (allow,flag, orblock), the comment status is adjusted according to your settings - If the API is unavailable, comments proceed normally (fail-open policy)
External Services
This plugin relies on the CleanMod moderation service (https://cleanmod.dev) to analyze and moderate comments. When a new comment is submitted on your WordPress site, the comment text is sent to CleanMod’s API for moderation analysis.
Service Provider: CleanMod
Terms of Use: https://cleanmod.dev/terms
Privacy Policy: https://cleanmod.dev/privacy
By using this plugin, you acknowledge that comment data will be transmitted to CleanMod’s servers for moderation purposes. By default, CleanMod saves only the comment hash and not the text itself. Please review CleanMod’s terms of use and privacy policy to understand how your data is handled.
Configuration
API Key
Get your API key from the CleanMod dashboard.
- Navigate to
Settings → CleanModin WordPress admin - Enter your CleanMod API key
- Enable the plugin
- Configure moderation behavior
Moderation Behavior
When decision is “flag”:
- No change: Comment passes through normally (respects WordPress default settings)
- Hold for moderation: Comment is held pending manual review
When decision is “block”:
- Hold for moderation: Comment is held pending manual review
- Mark as spam: Comment is automatically marked as spam
Requirements
- WordPress 5.0 or higher
- PHP 7.4 or higher
- Valid CleanMod API key
Installation
- Upload the
cleanmodfolder to/wp-content/plugins/ - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
- Go to
Settings → CleanModto configure your API key
Frequently asked questions
Does this replace WordPress’s built-in moderation?
No. CleanMod adds an extra safety net on top of your existing moderation rules.
What happens if the CleanMod API is unavailable?
The plugin uses a fail-open policy. If the API is unavailable, comments will proceed normally without CleanMod moderation.
Does this work with comment form plugins?
This MVP version works with native WordPress comments only. Support for Contact Form 7, WPForms, and WooCommerce reviews may be added in future versions.
Changelog
Initial release of CleanMod WordPress Plugin.
0.1.0
- Initial release
- Native WordPress comment moderation
- Configurable behavior for flagged and blocked comments
- Admin settings page
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FAQ
CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 8, 2026
Is CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation free?
Yes. CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation safe to use in 2026?
CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 10 months ago, and scores 43/100 on our health check.
How many websites use CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation?
CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 366 times since it launched in December 2025. It was downloaded 44 times in the last 30 days.
Does CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation work with WordPress 7.1?
CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation need?
CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation last updated?
The latest version, 0.1.0, was released on December 10, 2025 (10 months ago).
Who makes CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation?
CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation is developed and maintained by cleanmod.
What are the best alternatives to CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation?
The most popular alternatives to CleanMod – AI Comment Moderation are Elementor Website Builder (10M+ installs), All in One SEO (2M+ installs) and AI Agent by SiteGround (1M+ installs).
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