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WooCommerce – Get Better Feedback from Customers
Make your WooCommerce store even better with the Customer Reviews for WooCommerce plugin. Reviews are a huge part of online shopping — up to 97% of customers read reviews before buying. This plugin makes it easy to get feedback, build trust, and encourage repeat purchases.

Main Features:
- Automated Review Requests: After a purchase, customers get an email or WhatsApp message with a review form. If they don’t leave a review, they’ll promptly receive a friendly reminder.
- Spam Protection: The plugin filters out spam and makes sure the reviews are real.
- SEO-Friendly: In case they forget to leave a review, we’ll kindly follow up with a reminder.
- Google Shopping Integration: First of all, it integrates seamlessly with Google Shopping, which significantly enhances the visibility and quality of your product listings.
- Discounts for Reviews: Moreover, you can easily offer discounts via email or WhatsApp as an incentive for customers to leave reviews, helping you build trust and boost engagement.
- Q&A Section: In addition, a built-in Q&A section appears right on your product pages, allowing you to proactively address customer questions and reduce hesitation during the buying process.
- Multilingual Support: To begin with, the plugin offers full multilingual support — it works in over 30 languages and is fully compatible with WPML, Polylang, and TranslatePress.
- Review Verification: Furthermore, the CusRev platform actively verifies each review to ensure authenticity and build customer trust.
- Easy Import/Export: Lastly, managing your reviews is a breeze — you can effortlessly import and export them whenever needed, saving time and keeping your data organized.
Why Use Customer Reviews for WooCommerce?

Customer reviews can help increase sales and give you feedback to improve your products or services. Start using it today and build trust with your customers!

How to Install:
1. Search for “Customer Reviews for WooCommerce” and click.
1. Сlick “Install and Activate” to get started.
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After activation:

Go to WooCommerce → Settings → Customer Reviews.

Enable review collection, set up automatic email reminders, and add visual elements like star ratings to enhance the customer experience.

Testing the Review Process

Make a test purchase in your store.

Check whether the review request email is sent (if you’ve enabled that feature).

Submit a review as a customer and verify how it appears on the product page — this helps ensure everything looks and works as expected.

Security and Spam Protection

Enable the anti-spam filter — you can integrate it with CleanTalk for added protection.

Make sure it’s not possible to leave a review without making a purchase. If that option is disabled, you’re in great shape.
April 16, 2025
Spam protection is available for HubSpot and Leaky Paywall
I’m glad to announce our experienced developers added spam protection to Anti-Spam by CleanTalk for Leaky Paywall and HubSpot users!

The protection works in this way,
- Protection for HubSpot is designed for embedded forms. No additional configuration required in the settings of Anti-Spam by CleanTalk.
- Protection for Leaky Paywall covers all submissions made through WordPress plugin Leaky Paywall. Anti-Spam by CleanTalk for WordPress must be installed as well.
To active protection for both services, simply install Anti-Spam by CleanTalk for WordPress,
https://cleantalk.org/help/install-wordpress

Make sure you are using at least 6.50 version of our plugin.

Have any questions? Drop a message in the comment form down below!

Have fun in promoting your business online!
April 14, 2025
CleanTalk Anti-Spam is now available for Fluent Forms users
I’d love to announce that CleanTalk Anti-Spam technology is now available to Fluent Forms users as a built-in Anti-Spam solution.

You can find it under Settings,
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WordPress console -> Fluent Forms -> Global settings -> Security -> CleanTalk
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CleanTalk with Fluent forms supports almost same stack of technologies like native Anti-Spam plugin by CleanTalk,
- Automated filtration bots.
- Filter spammers by IP, Email, IP networks.
- Real-time email verification for existence, fake or real email.
- Anti-Spam logs up to 45 days.
- Tech support, 27/7.
- Customize message to forbidden visitors.
- Delegate control of your websites to other accounts at CleanTalk.org.
We’ve been testing this integration since January 6, 2025, it’s firm and stable by now. Anyway, if you have any questions or issues, just drop a message in the comment section down below.

In order to activate the protection, add a new website to the Dashboard or sign up for an account.
April 11, 2025
WordPress Plugin to Stop Spam in Reviews: Real Protection for Site Reviews
Review forms are among the most vulnerable parts of any website. That’s exactly why, in order to protect them effectively, using a WordPress plugin to stop spam in reviews is not just helpful — it’s essential. If you’re using the Site Reviews plugin for WordPress, you’ve likely seen fake reviews, spammy links, or even automated bots flooding your site.

You just spent 30 minutes deleting 17 fake reviews. And yet, tomorrow, there will likely be 25 more. As a result, it becomes a familiar — and frustrating — cycle that wastes time and drains energy.

Why You Need Spam Protection for Site Reviews in WordPress

Manual moderation quickly becomes unmanageable. Likewise, simply hiding forms doesn’t solve the problem. In both cases, the real issue remains untouched — automated spam submissions from bots and crawlers that specifically target testimonial and review forms.

If you’re searching for a way to stop fake reviews in WordPress, a dedicated anti-spam plugin is the most reliable option.

How CleanTalk Works to Stop Review Spam in WordPress

CleanTalk Anti-Spam provides direct integration with the Site Reviews plugin. It filters every form submission before it’s published, blocking anything suspicious automatically — without affecting real users.

Here’s how CleanTalk helps:

One plugin for all WordPress forms
In addition to reviews, CleanTalk also protects comments, contact forms, login forms, and registration pages — offering full-site anti-spam coverage.

Seamless integration with Site Reviews plugin
Better yet, CleanTalk automatically detects review forms and works right out of the box — no configuration required.

Stops spam before it hits the WordPress dashboard
In fact, you won’t even see the spam. CleanTalk blocks suspicious submissions in real time, keeping your admin panel clean and distraction-free.

Cloud-based filtering with zero impact on site speed
Unlike many plugins, CleanTalk does all the processing in the cloud. Your WordPress site stays lightning fast.

Invisible anti-spam protection for users
As a result, users won’t encounter any interruptions or confusing fields. Instead, the form remains fast, simple, and easy to complete.

Compatible with any review form setup
Whether you use shortcodes, modal popups, or custom implementations, CleanTalk has you covered.

Detailed spam logs and activity reports
Easily review what was blocked and why — great for troubleshooting or analytics.

Real Results: Preventing Fake WordPress Reviews

For example, on a WordPress site with over 300 monthly reviews, CleanTalk blocked 87 fake submissions in just one week — all without a single false positive.

Behind the scenes, the plugin filtered spammy review attempts using IP blacklists, content analysis, and behavioral patterns. Meanwhile, real users experienced no interruptions whatsoever.

How to Get Started with CleanTalk Anti-Spam Plugin
1. Go to your WordPress admin → Plugins → Add New.
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1. Search for “Spam protection, Anti-Spam, FireWall by CleanTalk.”
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1. Click Install, then Activate.
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1. In plugin settings, click Get Access Key Automatically, then Save Settings.
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Your Site Reviews plugin is now protected.

Already using WPForms, Contact Form 7, or WooCommerce review forms? CleanTalk works with them too.

Stop Review Spam in WordPress and Protect Your Testimonial Forms Effortlessly

If you’re a small business owner, developer, or store admin, spam reviews can damage credibility and waste time. CleanTalk offers the easiest way to:
- Prevent fake reviews from bots and link spammers
- Stop spam in WordPress review forms without CAPTCHAs
- Improve customer trust by keeping your reviews section clean
- Save hours on manual moderation
Don’t wait for your reviews section to be overrun. One plugin. Five minutes. Zero spam

Looking for more ways to reduce fake reviews and spam in WordPress? The WordPress Plugin Directory features hundreds of tools — but very few offer real-time protection like CleanTalk. Choosing a proven solution helps keep your testimonials section clean and trusted.
March 5, 2025
Paid Membership Subscriptions spam protection in 5 minutes
CleanTalk added spam protection for Paid Membership Subscriptions forms using direct form integration. So in case, you prefer using this type of contact forms be sure to use the most effective Anti-Spam plugin. Read the guide below and learn 4 steps to protect all your contact forms from spam.

Once the CleanTalk Anti-Spam plugin is installed it starts to protect all of the existing forms on your WordPress website. It may not only be Paid Membership Subscriptions Forms but also many others.

Download CleanTalk Anti-Spam plugin | Download Paid Membership Subscriptions

How to install CleanTalk Anti-Spam plugin

To install the Anti-Spam plugin, go to your WordPress admin panel → Plugins → Add New.

Then enter «CleanTalk» in the search box and click the Install button for «Spam protection, Anti-Spam, FireWall by CleanTalk».

After installing the plugin, click the «Activate»‎ button.

After it is done go to the plugin settings and click the «Get Access Key Automatically» button. Then just click the «Save Settings»‎ button.

That’s it! From now you How to completely protect your Contact Forms from spam.

How to check Paid Membership Subscriptions Forms Spam Protection

You can test the work of Anti-Spam protection for your Contact Forms by using a test email s @ cleantalk.org (without spaces). First, open the form in an Incognito browser tab. Fill in all the required form fields and send a form. After submitting the form, you will see a block message about the block on the form submission.

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If you have any questions, add a comment and we will be happy to help you.

Create your CleanTalk account – Register now and protect your Contact Forms from spam in 5 minutes

Update

The protection works only for website visitors, not for website admins. Be sure to test the form protection using Incognito mode.

Additional features
- CleanTalk protects all forms at once: comments, registrations, feedbacks, contacts, reviews.
- Installation takes about 1-2 minutes.
- Smart 99% protection against spambots.
- Always online – 24/7 technical support.
- Logs, SpamFireWall, personal lists, country filters, stop-words, and many others.
Discover the complete list of CleanTalk Anti-Spam plugin features here.
March 5, 2025
Announcement: Holiday Form Decoration Feature Removal Due to Low Demand

Dear Users,

Earlier, we introduced the Holiday Form Decoration feature in the Anti-Spam plugin, allowing website owners to add festive designs to their WordPress comment forms. We have noticed that it did not receive the level of interest we initially anticipated.

After evaluating user feedback and adoption rates, we have decided to remove this feature from the Anti-Spam plugin in the upcoming release 6.51. This decision allows us to focus on developing and improving features that provide greater value to our users.

If you have any thoughts on this or would like to suggest new enhancements, feel free to share your feedback. We always strive to improve our plugin based on what truly matters to our users.

Thank you for being part of our community and for your continued support!

— The CleanTalk Team

February 13, 2025
Stop Fake Emails: CleanTalk’s New Non-Existent Email Notification
Spammers often use fake email addresses to hide their identities and avoid consequences for their actions. This can lead to a deluge of spam comments, registrations, and other unwanted activity on your website. To combat this, CleanTalk Anti-Spam has always had a powerful feature: Non-Existent Email Notification. But now, this feature has evolved to a new form—to be useful not only for site owners but also for site visitors!

Now, if the email you’ve entered into a form is somehow non-existent (for example, you made a typo in it), you’ll see it right away. No confusion, no hassles, no pain!

How it Works:

When a user submits a form (such as a comment or registration form) on your website, CleanTalk’s system instantly checks the validity of the provided email address. If the email address is found to be non-existent or invalid, the user will receive an immediate notification.

An email is existent.

An email is non-existent.

Benefits:
- Real-time feedback: This provides immediate alerts as you type, highlighting potential errors or typos in your email address.
- Simple visual cues: Clear indicators like checkmarks or warning icons can quickly show whether an email address is valid or invalid.
Experience the Difference

By implementing CleanTalk’s Non-Existent Email Notification feature, you can significantly enhance the usability of your website while minimizing the impact of spam, and a new aspect of this feature provides even more comfort for your visitors!
December 28, 2024
CleanTalk Anti-Spam as a No-jQuery WordPress Plugin for Optimal Performance
With this update, we polished CleanTalk Anti-Spam to do what it’s supposed to do the best. And here’s what was improved in the plugin in more detail.

What Did We Do
1. Reducing jQuery Dependency
  - Why jQuery? jQuery was often included to handle some JavaScript tasks but sometimes added extra weight to your website.
  - New Approach: We replaced jQuery with native JavaScript where possible. This will reduce the amount of code needed to load and parse, hence offering faster page load times.
2. Simplify Handling of AJAX
  - AJAX and Anti-Spam: AJAX helps perform real-time anti-spam checks. However, incorrect AJAX requests may make your website slow.
  - Improved AJAX: We further improved our AJAX handling by reducing the number of requests and enhancing the data transfer process. This will keep the anti-spam checks lean without interfering with the user experience at all.
3. The debug_ajax Option
  - The debug_ajax option was only given for development purposes and seldom, if ever, used in production environments. To make the plugin core even slimmer, we removed this option.
4. comments__manage_comments_on_public_page Option
  - That is when comments need to be enabled on a public page. Comment visibility and comment moderation make the option work seamlessly without compromising security.
Results

With these optimizations, you will be guaranteed that your website-essentially pages with an active comment section see a significant improvement in speed and performance that will positively reflect in the visitor experience with better SEO rankings and hence a better overall user experience.

Let’s see what PageSpeed Insights has to say:

Before

After

Update Today

We recommend that you update to the latest release of CleanTalk Anti-Spam to take advantage of these performance enhancements.

Automatic Update:
1. Check for Updates:
  - Go to your WordPress admin dashboard.
  - Navigate to Plugins > Installed Plugins.
  - Locate the “Anti-Spam by CleanTalk” plugin.
  - You’ll see a “Update Now” button next to the plugin name.
2. Update the Plugin:
  - Click the “Update Now” button.
  - WordPress will automatically download and install the latest version of the plugin.
November 21, 2024
Important Update: Changes to Our Frontend Malware Scanner
We are always looking for ways to improve your experience with website security. As such, we will sunset the Frontend Malware Scanner within our plugin on December 1st, 2024.

Why the change?
- After evaluating the data we can certainly say that very few of you use the front-end malware scanner. While it is a nice feature, it has just not been that popular.
- Also, this scanner is not as effective as we expect it to be.
- So, we’re putting our energy into the stuff that counts. We will spend most of our time on the parts of the security tools that you use and love. This way, we can keep your website safe and sound without all that extra hassle.
Where will this take us?

We’re focusing our resources on making our Malware Web Scanner even more powerful! This robust tool scans and blocks threats in real time, ensuring your site stays protected from the latest online dangers. If you’ve been using our Frontend Malware Scanner, consider switching to the enhanced Malware Web Scanner to experience its full potential in safeguarding your site. To identify potential vulnerabilities and security risks, it will analyze websites for:
- Malware external links
- Public blacklists
- Exposed repositories
- Internal links
- SSL certificates
- CMS identification
- Server information
What does this mean for you?
- Don’t sweat! All the other security features within the plugin will continue to work just fine.
- Even more protection: We keep going further with the online scanner to make it even stronger in protecting your website.
Questions?

Our amazing support team is here for you. Just email them, and they will answer if anything crosses your mind. Thanks for your understanding! We look forward to serving you more with the best website security.
November 13, 2024
Improved Accuracy in Your Personal Area Widget
We’ve been busy bees making your personal area widget even more helpful. Now you’ll have a clearer picture of how we’re protecting your site from spam. And a special shout-out to those of you who shared your thoughts – your feedback is what helps us make these improvements!
1. Clearer Spam Count: The “blocked spam” count now specifically reflects the number of spam requests blocked over the past year. This provides a more relevant overview of your spam protection activity.
2. Comprehensive Data: The graph now includes data from both Anti-Spam and SpamFireWall, giving you a complete picture of all blocked requests. This helps you better understand the overall effectiveness of your security measures.
1. Precise Terminology: We’ve updated the widget’s wording to be more accurate and avoid confusion.
  1. The widget title has also been updated to “7 days Anti-Spam and SpamFireWall stats”
  2. “Spam attacks” has been changed to “Requests were blocked by Anti-Spam and SpamFireWall”
  3. “Spam blocked” in the legend is now “Requests blocked”
We’re excited about these changes because it means you can relax knowing you’ve got a clear picture of your spam protection and any potential trouble brewing. And this is all thanks to your awesome feedback! We love working together to make things better.

We’re on a mission to make your experience top-notch, and you’re a big part of that! Your feedback helps us steer the ship in the right direction. So if you ever have a suggestion or spot something that could be better, don’t hesitate to let our support team know. We’re a team, and we love working together to make things awesome!
November 1, 2024