Akismet
| Owner | Automattic |
|---|---|
| Created by | |
| URL | akismet |
| Commercial | Yes |
| Registration | Required |
| Launched | October 25, 2005 |
| Current status | Online |
Akismet is a service that filters spam from comments, trackbacks, and contact form messages. The filter operates by combining information about spam captured on all participating sites and then using those spam rules to block future spam. Akismet is offered by Automattic, the company behind WordPress.com. Akismet was launched on October 25, 2005.