Comment Moderation Basics

Comments are a great way to connect with readers — but they also need managing. WordPress gives you tools to approve, edit, or block comments easily.

Where to Find Comments

1. Log in to your Dashboard.

2. Click Comments in the left-hand menu.

3. You’ll see four tabs: All, Pending, Approved, Spam.

Approving or Deleting

• Pending: New comments wait here until you decide.
  – Hover over a comment and choose Approve or Trash.

• Approved: These are visible on your blog.

• Spam: Comments flagged as spam by WordPress or you.

Editing Comments

• Hover over a comment and click Edit.

• You can fix typos or remove unwanted links before approving.

Settings for Control

• Go to Settings → Discussion in the Dashboard.

• Choose whether:
  – Comments must be manually approved.
  – Only logged-in users can comment.
  – WordPress should hold comments with links (good for reducing spam).

Tips:

• Check your comments regularly — it shows readers you’re engaged.

• Don’t be afraid to delete spam or unkind remarks.

• Encourage discussion by replying to genuine comments.