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Why did I Delete my Disqus comment account?
First, there’s the incomprehensible admin system. I couldn’t easily navigate it to change commenting and moderation preferences for sites. The default settings force potential commenters to sign up for a Disqus account. It’s hard to imagine many casual commenters taking the time to create an account just to write a quick message on a website.
Is the Disqus commenting system a good idea?
The slick commenting system is perfect for webmasters that want an upgrade from WordPress’s comments system. I thought Disqus was a great addition to my websites at first. But then I began to find the flaws. And I didn’t fully understand what the long-term effects would be. First, there’s the incomprehensible admin system.
What to do about spammy links in Disqus?
Pingdom is another excellent tool for finding bottlenecks in your sites speed. I ran Pingdom’s performance tool and it found the same problems as GTmetrix. Spammy redirected links to ad networks infected all of my blog pages thanks to Disqus.
How can I get rid of Disqus on my WordPress blog?
Akismet installs by default with WordPress but you will have to activate and configure the plugin before it blocks spam. To be rid of Disqus on your WordPress blog simply deactivate the plugin from the plugin admin panel. That’s all you need to do to fix the problems mentioned above.
Why is my comment box not loading in Disqus?
There are a few reasons why you may be unable to comment: Disqus is absent, loads endlessly, or says “Please wait…” See Why isn’t the comment box loading?
Is it safe to use Disqus for advertising?
Tracking for advertising is part and parcel of living online. Disqus tracks you, and by allowing the plugin full access to your website you’re handing over a lot of good advertising stats. I’m wondering if, by having Disqus on your site, you should also display a privacy policy and disclosure about tracking your users.