# Remove Disqus Ads

> Remove Disqus Ads has 60+ active installs, a 3.7/5 rating from 6 reviews and 71 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 32/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Remove Disqus Ads shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 60+ sites, is rated 3.7/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.

**When your site’s audience grows, Disqus starts displaying its annoying ads on your page. This plugin removes ads from Disqus.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 60+
- **Total downloads:** 3,506
- **Downloads (30 days):** 71 (+65.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 3.7/5 from 6 reviews
- **Health score:** 32/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.2
- **Last updated:** May 3, 2019
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.1.27
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.0+, PHP 5.3.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** redatom (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/redatom/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/remove-disqus-ads/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [adblock](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/adblock/) | #6 | 33 |
| [ads](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ads/) | #74 | 284 |
| [Disqus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/disqus/) | #6 | 16 |
| [remove ads](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/remove-ads/) | #1 | 2 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| adblock | #67 | 104 |
| ads | >100 | 2,960 |
| Disqus | #54 | 110 |
| remove ads | >100 | 924 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 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 |
| 5 | [Block AdBlock](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/kill-adblock/) | 100+ | 3.5/5 (26) | Jul 2, 2018 | 35/100 |
| 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 Remove Disqus Ads free?
Yes. Remove Disqus Ads is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Remove Disqus Ads safe to use in 2026?
Remove Disqus Ads shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 60+ sites, is rated 3.7/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Remove Disqus Ads?
Remove Disqus Ads is active on 60+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,506 times since it launched in May 2019. It was downloaded 71 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Remove Disqus Ads work with WordPress 7.1?
Remove Disqus Ads is officially tested up to WordPress 5.1.27, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Remove Disqus Ads need?
Remove Disqus Ads requires PHP 5.3.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Remove Disqus Ads last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on May 3, 2019 (7 years ago).

### Who makes Remove Disqus Ads?
Remove Disqus Ads is developed and maintained by redatom.

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


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