AdSanity Adblock Detection is a specialized add-on designed to identify visitors using browser-based ad blocking software and request them to whitelist your site. By displaying custom messages or content gates, it helps publishers protect their primary revenue stream from being blocked. This technical solution ensures your advertising strategy remains effective even as the use of ad blockers increases globally.
WPExclusive members get access to Adblock Detection as part of a full plugin and theme library, plans from $9.99/month. See the full Premium Plugins collection →
What Is AdSanity Adblock Detection?
AdSanity Adblock Detection is developed by Premium Plugins and is an analytics and ad-management enhancement plugin for WordPress. It belongs to the analytics category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for monitoring and optimizing visitor behavior.
The plugin solves the problem of declining revenue caused by invisible advertisements. It targets publishers, affiliate marketers, and sponsored content creators who need to balance user experience with the financial necessity of display advertising.
AdSanity Adblock Detection Features
The core feature set is built around visitor-side script detection and automated response triggers.
Automated Detection and Messaging
Adblock Detection automatically monitors every visitor as soon as they hit your site. If the plugin detects active blocking software, it can trigger a tailored pop-up message explaining why ads are necessary for your content production. This helps in the analytics stage of understanding how much of your audience is actively avoiding your monetization methods.
Flexible Access Control
Publishers can decide exactly how strict they want to be with detected users. The plugin allows you to require that visitors disable their software immediately or offer a temporary grace period. This choice lets you establish value and build trust before demanding a change in the visitor’s browser settings.
Discrete Operation
Transparency is maintained for standard users while targeted messaging only displays for those with active blocks. Visitors who do not use ad-blocking software will never see the pop-up or detection scripts, ensuring that your core user experience is never degraded for your most compliant audience members.
Pricing
The retail price for this add-on starts at $19.00 USD per year for a single license. Check current pricing on the Adblock Detection sales page, or access it through a WPExclusive membership.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Add-on | $19.00/yr | 1 Site | 1 Year Support |
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | Adblock Detection + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers Adblock Detection plus hundreds of other plugins and themes, usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The plugin receives regular updates to maintain compatibility with shifting browser technologies and new ad-blocking scripts. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release to ensure your detection methods remain effective against the latest software updates.
How to Install
- Download the Adblock Detection .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Navigate to the AdSanity settings menu to configure your detection message.
- Set your preferred response type, choosing between a hard block or a grace period.
Use Cases
Ad-Supported Content Portals
News sites and blogs that rely heavily on display ads can use the plugin to ensure they are compensated for their content by forcing visibility. This is a common practice in analytics-driven publishing where every impression counts toward the bottom line.
Affiliate Marketers
If your browser-based ad blocker is stripping out affiliate banners, this plugin identifies the gap. You can then suggest the user disable the blocker to view exclusive deals or recommendations that fund your site.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Agencies can deploy Adblock Detection across various client portfolios to provide consistent revenue protection services without individual license overhead, utilizing the unlimited site access provided by WPExclusive.
vs Alternatives
| Feature | Adblock Detection | Advanced Ads |
|---|---|---|
| Detection Method | Script-based | Category-based |
| Content Gating | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Grace Periods | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Starting Price | $19.00/yr | $89.00/yr |
| Available on WPExclusive | ✅ Yes | ❌ |
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Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Customizable messaging that explains the value of your advertisements.
- Integration with major publishers’ strategies, such as USA Today and Business Insider.
- Option to soft-warn users with a grace period rather than immediate blocking.
⚠️ Limitations
- Requires the core AdSanity plugin to be installed and active to function.
- Aggressive ad blockers may occasionally updated to attempt to bypass detection scripts.
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is AdSanity Adblock Detection GPL Licensed?
Yes. AdSanity Adblock Detection is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL), the same license that governs WordPress itself. GPL gives any user the legal right to use, study, share, and redistribute the software. This is the legal framework that makes WPExclusive’s membership model possible.
WPExclusive distributes 100% original, unmodified files, the same release the developer publishes. No injected code, no alterations, and no security risks.
Get AdSanity Adblock Detection on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime, giving you AdSanity Adblock Detection plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does AdSanity Adblock Detection do?
AdSanity Adblock Detection is an add-on that identifies visitors using block software on their browsers. Adblock Detection allows you to present these users with a custom pop-up message or require them to whitelist your site before viewing content.
Is AdSanity Adblock Detection free?
No, it is a premium add-on priced at $19/year by the vendor. However, it is available to all WPExclusive members as part of their $9.99/month plan.
What is the latest version of AdSanity Adblock Detection?
The plugin is actively maintained. WPExclusive members always receive the most current release as soon as it is archived in our repository.
How much does AdSanity Adblock Detection cost?
The retail cost is $19.00 USD per year. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month.
Is it legal to use AdSanity Adblock Detection via WPExclusive?
The plugin is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files, fully within GPL terms.
What are the best alternatives to AdSanity Adblock Detection?
The primary alternative is Advanced Ads, which also offers detection capabilities. Both are available on WPExclusive within the same membership plan.
