# GhostTrap

> GhostTrap has 20+ active installs and 63 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 39/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** GhostTrap shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.

**Advanced 5-layer invisible spam protection for comments. No captcha, no user friction - professional spam blocking.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 584
- **Downloads (30 days):** 63 (+70.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 39/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.3
- **Last updated:** Feb 8, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.9
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** LaughterOnWater (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/laughteronwater/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/ghosttrap/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [antispam](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/antispam/) | #60 | 125 |
| [comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/comments/) | >100 | 1,016 |
| [protection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/protection/) | #48 | 112 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,604 |
| [spam](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/spam/) | >100 | 596 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| antispam | #74 | 218 |
| comments | >100 | 8,876 |
| protection | >100 | 5,563 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |
| spam | >100 | 3,586 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Akismet Anti-spam: Spam Protection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/akismet/) | 5M+ | 4.7/5 (1,187) | Aug 18, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 2 | [Antispam Bee](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/antispam-bee/) | 700K+ | 4.8/5 (226) | Aug 23, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 3 | [reCaptcha by BestWebSoft](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-captcha/) | 100K+ | 3.9/5 (391) | Apr 24, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 4 | [hCaptcha for WP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hcaptcha-for-forms-and-more/) | 70K+ | 4.6/5 (86) | Sep 30, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 5 | [Titan Anti-spam & Security – Brute Force Protection, 2FA & Spam Filter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/anti-spam/) | 50K+ | 4.5/5 (370) | Sep 30, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 6 | [Spam Protection / Maspik](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/contact-forms-anti-spam/) | 30K+ | 4.7/5 (87) | Sep 29, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 7 | [AntiSpam for Contact Form 7](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cf7-antispam/) | 10K+ | 4.2/5 (13) | Apr 21, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 8 | [Captcha by BestWebSoft – Advanced Spam Protection, Math & OCR-Friendly Captcha for Site Forms](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/captcha-bws/) | 10K+ | 4.1/5 (21) | Mar 26, 2026 | 58/100 |
| 9 | [CryptX](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cryptx/) | 10K+ | 4.5/5 (20) | Sep 11, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 10 | [ActiveLayer Anti-Spam: Spam Protection for Forms & Comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/activelayer-anti-spam-spam-protection-for-forms-comments/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (9) | Sep 15, 2026 | 74/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is GhostTrap free?
Yes. GhostTrap is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is GhostTrap safe to use in 2026?
GhostTrap shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use GhostTrap?
GhostTrap is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 584 times since it launched in September 2025. It was downloaded 63 times in the last 30 days.

### Does GhostTrap work with WordPress 7.1?
GhostTrap is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

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

### When was GhostTrap last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.3, was released on February 8, 2026 (8 months ago).

### Who makes GhostTrap?
GhostTrap is developed and maintained by LaughterOnWater.

### What are the best alternatives to GhostTrap?
The most popular alternatives to GhostTrap are Akismet Anti-spam: Spam Pro… (5M+ installs), Antispam Bee (700K+ installs) and reCaptcha by BestWebSoft (100K+ installs).


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