# Block AdBlock

> Block AdBlock has 100+ active installs, a 3.5/5 rating from 26 reviews and 74 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 35/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Block AdBlock shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 3.5/5 and was last updated 8 years ago, and scores 35/100 on our health check.

**Block AdBlock detects site visitors who have enabled adblocking software, and allows publishers to engage these users via customized display messages.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 26,542
- **Downloads (30 days):** 74 (+27.6% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 3.5/5 from 26 reviews
- **Health score:** 35/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.4
- **Last updated:** Jul 2, 2018
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.9.34
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Admiral (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/getadmiral/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/kill-adblock/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [adblock](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/adblock/) | #5 | 33 |
| [Adblock Blocker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/adblock-blocker/) | #2 | 2 |
| [anti adblocker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/anti-adblocker/) | #1 | 2 |
| [block ad block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/block-ad-block/) | #1 | 1 |
| [block adblock](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/block-adblock/) | #2 | 3 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| adblock | #61 | 104 |
| Adblock Blocker | #34 | 42 |
| anti adblocker | #11 | 14 |
| block ad block | >100 | 1,155 |
| block adblock | #40 | 60 |

## Version adoption

- 1.4: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Clarity – Ad blocker for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/clarity-ad-blocker/) | 2K+ | 5/5 (6) | May 13, 2025 | 43/100 |
| 2 | [CHP Ads Block Detector](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/chp-ads-block-detector/) | 800+ | 4/5 (25) | Jul 7, 2026 | 56/100 |
| 3 | [AdUnblocker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/adunblocker/) | 200+ | 4.8/5 (32) | Sep 29, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 4 | [ZDN Adblock Detector](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/zdn-adblock-detector/) | 100+ | 4.4/5 (7) | Feb 28, 2026 | 39/100 |
| 6 | [Remove Disqus Ads](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/remove-disqus-ads/) | 60+ | 3.7/5 (6) | May 3, 2019 | 32/100 |
| 7 | [Detect Missing Adblocker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/detect-missing-adblocker/) | 50+ | 4/5 (4) | Sep 6, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 8 | [WP Adblock Dedect](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-adblock-dedect/) | 30+ | 4.3/5 (15) | Apr 23, 2017 | 33/100 |
| 9 | [Gotham Block Extra Light](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gotham-block-extra-light/) | 30+ | 3.2/5 (11) | Aug 20, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 10 | [AdBlock Detector](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/adblock-detector/) | 20+ | — | Aug 23, 2016 | 24/100 |
| 11 | [deAdblocker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/deadblocker/) | 20+ | 4.3/5 (12) | Jun 11, 2018 | 33/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Block AdBlock safe to use in 2026?
Block AdBlock shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 3.5/5 and was last updated 8 years ago, and scores 35/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Block AdBlock?
Block AdBlock is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 26,542 times since it launched in March 2016. It was downloaded 74 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Block AdBlock work with WordPress 7.1?
Block AdBlock is officially tested up to WordPress 4.9.34, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Block AdBlock last updated?
The latest version, 1.4, was released on July 2, 2018 (8 years ago).

### Who makes Block AdBlock?
Block AdBlock is developed and maintained by Admiral.

### What are the best alternatives to Block AdBlock?
The most popular alternatives to Block AdBlock are Clarity (2K+ installs), CHP Ads Block Detector (800+ installs) and AdUnblocker (200+ installs).


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