# KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam

> KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam has <10 active installs and 122 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 64/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 2 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

**Privacy-first moderation for comments whose visible content consists only of URLs.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 276
- **Downloads (30 days):** 122 (-39.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 64/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.1.11
- **Last updated:** Sep 23, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.2+, PHP 8.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Tony_Koz (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/ramirkz/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/koz-url-only-comment-spam/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/comments/) | >100 | 1,016 |
| [moderation](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/moderation/) | #55 | 76 |
| [privacy](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/privacy/) | >100 | 483 |
| [spam](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/spam/) | >100 | 596 |
| [url](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/url/) | >100 | 200 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| comments | >100 | 8,887 |
| moderation | >100 | 758 |
| privacy | >100 | 10,000 |
| spam | >100 | 3,603 |
| url | >100 | 10,000 |

## 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 | [Disable Comments – Remove Comments & Stop Spam [Multi-Site Support]](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-comments/) | 1M+ | 4.7/5 (281) | Sep 1, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 3 | [Antispam Bee](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/antispam-bee/) | 700K+ | 4.8/5 (226) | Aug 23, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 4 | [Gravatar Enhanced – Avatars, Profiles, and Privacy](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gravatar-enhanced/) | 100K+ | 5/5 (3) | Mar 17, 2026 | 54/100 |
| 5 | [Disable Comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-comments-rb/) | 100K+ | 3.8/5 (25) | Sep 25, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 6 | [Disqus Comment System](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disqus-comment-system/) | 30K+ | 2.7/5 (219) | Sep 23, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 7 | [Cookies for Comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cookies-for-comments/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (18) | Jun 4, 2019 | 42/100 |
| 8 | [Throws SPAM Away](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/throws-spam-away/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (6) | Aug 26, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 9 | [Subscribe to Comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/subscribe-to-comments/) | 10K+ | 3.9/5 (14) | Oct 29, 2024 | 41/100 |
| 10 | [Native PHP Sessions](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-native-php-sessions/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (16) | Dec 4, 2025 | 46/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam free?
Yes. KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam safe to use in 2026?
KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 2 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam?
KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 276 times since it launched in August 2026. It was downloaded 122 times in the last 30 days.

### Does KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.2 or newer.

### What PHP version does KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam need?
KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.11, was released on September 23, 2026 (2 weeks ago).

### Who makes KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam?
KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam is developed and maintained by Tony_Koz.

### What are the best alternatives to KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam?
The most popular alternatives to KOZ URL-Only Comment Spam are Akismet Anti-spam: Spam Pro… (5M+ installs), Disable Comments (1M+ installs) and Antispam Bee (700K+ installs).


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