BotDefense

What is BotDefense?

BotDefense is an automated spam bot detection and removal system designed specifically for Reddit moderators. It identifies and bans known spam bots using maintained ban lists and machine learning detection.

Key Features

• Bot Identification: Automatically detect accounts with bot-like behavior patterns
• Auto-banning: Instantly ban identified bots without manual moderator action
• Maintained Ban Lists: Access to community-contributed lists of known spam bots
• Easy Setup: Simple configuration with minimal learning curve required

Pricing

Free - Open source and community-maintained

Who Is BotDefense Best For?

Moderators fighting constant spam bot invasions who want automated protection without complex configuration. It's perfect for communities struggling with bot raids or spam account proliferation.

Pros and Cons

Pros

• Automated detection saves significant mod time
• Free and easy to implement
• Maintained by the community
• Reduces false positives through crowdsourced ban lists

Cons

• Occasional false positives from overly aggressive detection
• Relies on external database that may lag behind new bots
• Less customizable than AutoModerator
• Detection accuracy varies by bot sophistication

Alternatives to BotDefense

If BotDefense doesn't fit your needs, consider: AutoModerator (rule-based moderation), SafestBot (simplified spam protection).

Frequently Asked Questions

How often is the ban list updated?

The community-maintained ban list updates regularly as new spam bots are identified and reported by moderators across Reddit.

Will BotDefense ban legitimate users?

Rarely, but false positives can occur. You can always manually approve users if needed through your subreddit's appeals process.