did you activate the akismet plugin that comes with the install?
also, there are options in the dashboard
settings -> discussion
I doubt I activated anything. I need simple instructions to activate this plugin and what do I do with the discussion link on the dashboard. Thanks
I need simple instructions to activate this plugin
Simple Instructions: Go to plugins and activate it.
what do I do with the discussion link on the dashboard
Click on it and choose the settings you want.
I’m told to place my API key. Have no clue what that means
And under discussion and settings it talks about comment moderation. comment blacklist and avatars. I don’t know how to put this situation into those requests.
Set up an account at http://wordpress.com/ (ACCOUNT, you don’t need a blog so watch the little check boxes).
Then in Global Dashboard >> Profile >> Personal Settings you will find an API key.
Set comments to moderated or approved then even if they get by Akismet they will not be posted.
Read this: http://codex.wordpress.org/New_To_WordPress_-_Where_to_Start
I already have a blog. I went on this page wordpress.com, and have no idea what to do next. I wish I did. But I don’t.
This forum is for self hosted blogs. You need to be here.
If you also have a blog on WordPress.COM then you ALREADY have an API key. Just follow the instructions I gave earlier. to find the key.
If your blog is only one on WordPress.COM then I think the API key is already done for Askimet.
I already have a blog. I went on this page wordpress.com, and have no idea what to do next. I wish I did. But I don’t.
Follow this step-by-step illustrated guide to obtain an API key for use with Akismet:
http://en.support.wordpress.com/api-keys/
