Akismet WordPress plugin v5.7 is out today. This release focuses on fitting more neatly into where WordPress is heading next.

Abilities API support

Akismet now supports the Abilities API, giving WordPress a clear, structured way to understand what Akismet can do, like checking content for spam or retrieving stats.

It’s a subtle change, but it makes integrations more predictable and easier to build on top of.

Connectors (for WordPress 7.0)

We’ve also added early support for WordPress Connectors, which is landing in WordPress 7.0.

Connectors provide a consistent way to manage API keys and external services across plugins. With Akismet ready for this, your API key setup will slot into a more unified experience as sites upgrade.

Plus the usual polish

A handful of fixes and improvements round things out to keep things running smoothly.

To upgrade, visit the Updates page of your WordPress dashboard and follow the instructions. If you need to download the plugin zip file directly, links to all versions are available in the WordPress plugins directory.