# EffortLess Disable All Comments

> EffortLess Disable All Comments has <10 active installs and 130 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 64/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** EffortLess Disable All Comments is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 2 days ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

**EffortLess Disable All Comments allows you to disable comments, trackbacks, and avatars across your WordPress site or multisite network with a single checkbox. When enabled, it removes comment functionality, hides the…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 724
- **Downloads (30 days):** 130 (+12.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 64/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.8.20
- **Last updated:** Oct 12, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.2+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** domclic (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/domclic/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/effortless-disable-all-comments/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [avatars](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/avatars/) | #32 | 33 |
| [comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/comments/) | >100 | 1,022 |
| [disable comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/disable-comments/) | #51 | 53 |
| [multisite](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/multisite/) | >100 | 334 |
| [trackbacks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/trackbacks/) | #7 | 7 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| avatars | >100 | 1,595 |
| comments | >100 | 9,082 |
| disable comments | >100 | 2,516 |
| multisite | >100 | 5,782 |
| trackbacks | #70 | 270 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Avatar Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/avatar-manager/) | 5K+ | 4.9/5 (39) | Feb 2, 2021 | 46/100 |
| 2 | [WP First Letter Avatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-first-letter-avatar/) | 2K+ | 4.7/5 (33) | Mar 11, 2017 | 44/100 |
| 3 | [IntenseDebate Comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/intensedebate/) | 500+ | 2.2/5 (9) | Feb 21, 2023 | 28/100 |
| 4 | [Letter Avatars](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/letter-avatars/) | 200+ | 4.6/5 (9) | Mar 3, 2020 | 36/100 |
| 5 | [Easy Gravatars](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easygravatars/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | Jan 14, 2010 | 32/100 |
| 6 | [Post Avatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/post-avatar/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 23, 2018 | 32/100 |
| 7 | [BuddyPress First Letter Avatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/buddypress-first-letter-avatar/) | 100+ | 4.9/5 (16) | Mar 11, 2017 | 37/100 |
| 8 | [Gravatar Favicon](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gravatar-favicon/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | Jun 10, 2012 | 32/100 |
| 9 | [Local Profile Pics](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/local-profile-pics/) | 100+ | — | Oct 1, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 10 | [WP Recent Comments With Avatars](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-recent-comments-with-avatars/) | 80+ | 5/5 (3) | Jun 27, 2013 | 32/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is EffortLess Disable All Comments free?
Yes. EffortLess Disable All Comments is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is EffortLess Disable All Comments safe to use in 2026?
EffortLess Disable All Comments is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 2 days ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use EffortLess Disable All Comments?
EffortLess Disable All Comments is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 724 times since it launched in November 2025. It was downloaded 130 times in the last 30 days.

### Does EffortLess Disable All Comments work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested EffortLess Disable All Comments up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.2 or newer.

### What PHP version does EffortLess Disable All Comments need?
EffortLess Disable All Comments requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was EffortLess Disable All Comments last updated?
The latest version, 1.8.20, was released on October 12, 2026 (2 days ago).

### Who makes EffortLess Disable All Comments?
EffortLess Disable All Comments is developed and maintained by domclic.

### What are the best alternatives to EffortLess Disable All Comments?
The most popular alternatives to EffortLess Disable All Comments are Avatar Manager (5K+ installs), WP First Letter Avatar (2K+ installs) and IntenseDebate Comments (500+ installs).


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