Problems with comments in WordPress can affect user interaction. This guide provides troubleshooting steps to address common comment-related issues.

  1. Check Discussion Settings:
    • Verify that your discussion settings allow comments. Go to “Settings” > “Discussion” and ensure that comment settings are correctly configured.
  2. Review Spam Folder:
    • Check the spam folder to ensure that legitimate comments are not being mistakenly flagged as spam. Review and approve comments as needed.
  3. Inspect Theme Files:
    • Review theme files related to comments, such as comments.php, to ensure there are no errors affecting comment display.
  4. Check Plugin Conflicts:
    • Deactivate plugins to see if any of them are causing comment issues. Reactivate them one by one to identify the problematic plugin.
  5. Consult Documentation:
    • Refer to WordPress documentation for additional guidance on troubleshooting comment issues and ensuring proper functionality.

By following these troubleshooting steps, you can address comment issues and improve user interaction on your WordPress site.