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Blackhole for Bad Bots

by Jeff Starr

4.7★ (148 ratings)  ·  Current rank #964

Active installs
30K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#964
Peak #962
Downloads / day
182
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Downloads (7d)
1,019
All-time downloads
931.2K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data

  • Blackhole for Bad Bots currently ranks #964 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
  • Its best position in our tracking is #962, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
  • It is averaging 141 downloads/day over the last 30 days.
  • The latest release, v3.8.2, shipped on Apr 21, 2026 (108 days ago) — release #43 since the plugin joined the directory in 2016.

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Details

AuthorJeff Starr
Current version3.8.2
Versions released43
Last updated2026-04-21
Added to directory2016-02-18
Requires WordPress4.7+
Requires PHP5.6.20+
First tracked here2026-08-06
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Description

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.

Frequently asked questions

Is Blackhole for Bad Bots a free plugin?

Yes — Blackhole for Bad Bots is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.

How many websites use Blackhole for Bad Bots?

WordPress.org reports 30K+ active installs.

How popular is Blackhole for Bad Bots?

As of August 7, 2026, Blackhole for Bad Bots ranks #964 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #962.

When was Blackhole for Bad Bots last updated?

Blackhole for Bad Bots was last updated on April 21, 2026 (version 3.8.2). It has shipped 43 releases in total.

Who makes Blackhole for Bad Bots?

Blackhole for Bad Bots is developed by Jeff Starr. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in February 2016.