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Comment Tools Pro
Comment Tools Pro is a WordPress plugin for managing your blog's comment section. It filters spam and unwanted comments automatically, then adds tools for voting, notifications, sentiment analysis and comment quality controls so discussions stay readable.
- Version
- 5.6.1
- Released
- Jun 5, 2023
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $3.99 on its own
What’s new in Comment Tools Pro 5.6.1
Version 5.6.1 · Jun 5, 2023
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What it does
Busy comment sections take work. Spam piles up, low-effort replies slip through, and moderators spend time sorting messages by hand. This plugin automates much of that routine work by filtering spam and inappropriate comments with customizable moderation rules. It also runs sentiment analysis on incoming comments, which helps moderators spot harmful or inflammatory content faster. You can set a minimum comment length, require a delay between comments and control how links inside comments are handled, all of which help keep low-quality posts out.
Beyond moderation, the plugin gives readers more ways to take part. Visitors can upvote or downvote comments, and commenters can receive an email when their comment is approved, along with reminders to come back. Site owners can export a CSV of commentator email addresses, redirect people to a chosen page after they comment, and show every comment on one page with a shortcode. Long comments can collapse behind a Read More button, and the layout is responsive across devices.
Best for
- Blogs with frequent comments and spam problems
- Publishers who want more reader interaction on posts
- Site owners building an email list from commenters
Features
Auto moderation and spam filtering
Filters spam and inappropriate comments automatically using moderation rules you can customize, so fewer comments need manual review.
Upvote and downvote system
Lets visitors show approval or disapproval on individual comments, giving readers a simple way to signal which replies they find useful.
Sentiment analysis
Analyzes the emotional tone of comments so moderators can quickly find content that may be harmful or inflammatory.
Comment quality controls
Set a minimum comment length, add a delay interval between comments, and automatically remove or manage links posted inside comments.
Email notifications and reminders
Sends commenters an automatic email when their comment is approved, plus reminders that encourage them to return to the discussion.
Commentator email export
Exports the email addresses of comment authors to a CSV file, which you can use for newsletters or other outreach.
Redirect after commenting
Sends users to a page you choose after they submit a comment, such as a thank you page or related content.
Single page comments and Read More
Shows all comments on one page through a shortcode and collapses long comments behind an expandable Read More button.
Questions about Comment Tools Pro
Can it stop spam comments without me checking each one?
Yes. The plugin automatically filters spam and inappropriate comments based on moderation rules you can customize. You can also add a minimum comment length, a delay between comments and link controls to reduce low-quality submissions further.
What does the sentiment analysis actually do?
It automatically analyzes the emotional tone of each comment. The goal is to help moderators spot comments that may be harmful or inflammatory more quickly, so they can review those first.
Can I collect the email addresses of people who comment?
Yes. You can export the email addresses of all comment authors as a CSV file. That file can then be used for newsletters or targeted campaigns through whatever email tool you already use.
Will long comment threads still be easy to read?
The plugin can collapse lengthy comments behind an expandable Read More button, and it can display all comments on a single page using a shortcode. The design is responsive, so it works across screen sizes.
Is Comment Tools Pro free?
The code of Comment Tools Pro is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Comment Tools Pro is this?
Version 5.6.1, released Jun 5, 2023. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Comment Tools Pro?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Comment Tools Pro automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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