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Getting Started with Disable Comments ​

Disable Comments is a WordPress plugin that lets you globally disable comments on your entire site or on specific post types. Unlike the built-in WordPress comment settings that only apply to new posts, this plugin disables comments everywhere — including existing posts.

What is Disable Comments? ​

Disable Comments gives you full control over comments on your WordPress site. Whether you want to turn off comments entirely or just on certain post types, this plugin makes it simple with a few clicks.

The plugin also includes tools to bulk delete comments from your database and settings to improve your site's SEO by managing external links in comments.

Key Features ​

  • Disable comments globally — Turn off comments across your entire website with one setting.
  • Disable by post type — Choose specific post types (posts, pages, attachments, or custom types) where comments should be disabled.
  • Bulk delete comments — Remove all comments, spam, unapproved, or trashed comments from your database in one click.
  • SEO-friendly comment links — Replace external links in comments and author links with JavaScript-based alternatives to protect your site's SEO.
  • Remove website field — Remove the "Website" URL field from comment forms to reduce spam.

How to Install Disable Comments ​

Method 1: Install from WordPress.org ​

  1. Log in to your WordPress dashboard.
  2. Navigate to Plugins > Add New.
  3. Search for "Disable Comments".
  4. Click Install Now on the plugin.
  5. Click Activate once installation completes.

Method 2: Upload Manually ​

  1. Download the plugin ZIP file from WordPress.org
  2. In your WordPress dashboard, go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin.
  3. Choose the downloaded ZIP file and click Install Now.
  4. Click Activate after installation.

After Activation ​

Once activated, you can find the plugin settings by navigating to Settings > Disable Comments in your WordPress dashboard.

The plugin provides two main pages:

  • Disable Comments — Configure which post types have comments disabled and manage comment link settings.
  • Delete Comments — Tools for bulk deleting comments from your database.

Screenshot of the Disable Comments settings page showing the main options

Next Steps ​

Security ​

If you identify a potential security vulnerability in this plugin, please disclose it responsibly. Follow the protocols on the Themeisle Security Page.