How do I prevent spam in my forum?

[Ethan Thompson]

Spam can overwhelm a forum if not properly managed. What are the best ways to prevent spam while still allowing new users to post? Are there specific tools or plugins I should use to detect and remove spam automatically?

 

[Nomad]

Of course there are plugins and add ons to stop spam, and these plugins and add ons are specific to the software you use. However, you should not heavily depend on these addons. One of the best ways to deal with spam is by keeping 20-25 posts under moderation for new users.