# KillBot

> KillBot has 40+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 111 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 34/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** KillBot shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 40+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 34/100 on our health check.

**The KillBot plugin for WordPress uses the external KillBot service to protect websites from bots and automated traffic.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 40+
- **Total downloads:** 1,527
- **Downloads (30 days):** 111 (+15.6% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 34/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.3
- **Last updated:** Apr 30, 2025
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.7.9
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.4+, PHP 7.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** VOWE (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/vowe/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/killbot/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [bot protection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/bot-protection/) | #9 | 63 |
| [KillBot](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/killbot/) | #1 | 1 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,572 |
| [spam prevention](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/spam-prevention/) | #10 | 18 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| bot protection | >100 | 1,137 |
| KillBot | #1 | 1 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |
| spam prevention | #62 | 259 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [ClickCease Click Fraud Protection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/clickcease-click-fraud-protection/) | 10K+ | 3/5 (8) | May 7, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 2 | [CHEQ Essentials](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cheq-essentials-go-to-market-security/) | 600+ | — | May 7, 2026 | 42/100 |
| 3 | [Checkout Shield for WooCommerce – Stop Fake Orders, Spam Bots & Card Testing](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/carticy-checkout-shield-for-woocommerce/) | 300+ | 5/5 (5) | Aug 30, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 4 | [Spambargo: Anti-Spam for Forms & Comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/spambargo/) | 100+ | — | Aug 11, 2026 | 59/100 |
| 5 | [Cloud Maestro – WAF Security Suite for Cloudflare](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/waf-security-suite-for-cloudflare/) | 70+ | 5/5 (4) | Aug 28, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 6 | [Botfaqtor Code](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/botfaqtor-code/) | 40+ | — | Apr 23, 2025 | 27/100 |
| 7 | [TrustCaptcha](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/trustcaptcha/) | 40+ | — | May 11, 2026 | 45/100 |
| 8 | [HSArticle Math CAPTCHA for Forms](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hsarticle-math-captcha-forms/) | 40+ | — | Sep 15, 2026 | 67/100 |
| 10 | [ClickFraudFree](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/click-fraud-free/) | 40+ | — | Aug 24, 2026 | 63/100 |
| 11 | [TrustSig Security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/trustsig-security/) | 30+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 22, 2026 | 69/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is KillBot safe to use in 2026?
KillBot shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 40+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 34/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use KillBot?
KillBot is active on 40+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,527 times since it launched in February 2025. It was downloaded 111 times in the last 30 days.

### Does KillBot work with WordPress 7.1?
KillBot is officially tested up to WordPress 6.7.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does KillBot need?
KillBot requires PHP 7.1 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was KillBot last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.3, was released on April 30, 2025 (1 year ago).

### Who makes KillBot?
KillBot is developed and maintained by VOWE.

### What are the best alternatives to KillBot?
The most popular alternatives to KillBot are ClickCease Click Fraud Prot… (10K+ installs), CHEQ Essentials (600+ installs) and Checkout Shield for WooComm… (300+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/killbot/ · Generated 2026-09-26 18:57 UTC by PageForge