This simple ad block defender plugin detects if a user is using ad blocking software and asks them to reconsider if they are.
As of April 2026, Ad Block Defender is a WordPress ad plugin with 10 active installations and a 3/5 rating from 2 reviews. It has been downloaded 2.8K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 3.0.1+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2016. Last updated 10 years ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: Image Widget.
If a reader is using ad blocking software, our plugin will prompt them with the following message every time they access one of your pages/posts:
“This site uses advertisements to fund free content, please consider disabling your ad blocking software”
If the reader is not using ad blocking software, the plugin will not interface with the user.
We appreciate your consideration and support. Hope this plugin helps your business make some more money!
| WordPress | 3.0.1+ requiredTested up to 4.4.34 |
| PHP | false+ required |
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