Blackhole for Bad Bots
Blackhole is a WordPress security plugin that detects and traps bad bots in a virtual black hole, where they are denied access to your entire site.
Source: WordPress
Plugin Stats & Ratings
Active Installations: 40,000+
145 ratings
Downloads: 769,296
Rating Breakdown
Plugin Details
- Version
- 3.7.4
- Author
- Jeff Starr
- WordPress Version
- Requires 4.7 or higher
- PHP Version
- Requires PHP 5.6.20 or higher
- Last Updated
- 3/25/2025
- WordPress.org
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the latest version of Blackhole for Bad Bots?
The latest version is 3.7.4, released on 3/25/2025.
What are the system requirements?
This plugin requires WordPress version 4.7 or higher and PHP version 5.6.20 or higher.
How popular is Blackhole for Bad Bots?
It has 40,000+ active installations and has been downloaded 769,296 times.
Is Blackhole for Bad Bots well-rated?
The plugin has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars, based on 145 user ratings.
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