django-contrib-comments

The code formerly known as django.contrib.comments.

With conditionsPyPI Dynamic ContentReleased Jan 2022212.2K downloads / moBSDPure Python

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pure-Python wheel — django_contrib_comments-2.2.0-py3-none-any.whl

v2.2.0 · released 2022-01-31 · 1 runtime deps: Django

Yes, if you need a lightweight, battle-tested comment framework for Django and can accept that the package is no longer actively maintained. The code is stable and production-ready (Development Status 5), with no known vulnerabilities and low install friction. However, verify compatibility with your Django version (last confirmed for 4.0) and be prepared to maintain or fork it if future Django releases introduce breaking changes.AI-flagged interpretation of the facts on this page — verify before relying

Before you install

Requires Django to be installed and configured; object_pk field is limited to 64 characters for indexed primary keys on MySQL
Low install friction with a single Django dependency.
However, the package is in abandoned maintenance status as of 1656 days since its last release (2022-01-31), with no active development despite the repository remaining unarchived.

License · maintenance · safety

BSD (permissive) — BSD permissive license allows commercial and private use with minimal restrictions, typical for web framework packages.

last release 2022-01-31 (1656 days) · last repo commit 2023-08-22 · 629 stars

0 known vulnerabilities (OSV.dev, 2026-08-14) · 212,197 downloads/mo, #9,461 on PyPI

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pip install django-contrib-comments

# In Django settings.py, add to INSTALLED_APPS:
# 'django_comments'

# In your template:
# {% load comments %}
# {% get_comment_list for object as comment_list %}
# {% for comment in comment_list %}
#   {{ comment.user_name }}: {{ comment.comment }}
# {% endfor %}

Whether the package remains compatible with Django versions released after 4.0 (last confirmed support)
Current compatibility with Python versions beyond 3.9 (last tested version in fact sheet)
Whether the 64-character limit on object_pk fields poses constraints for your primary key serialization

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What it is and what it does

Django-contrib-comments is the standalone version of Django's built-in comments framework, which was extracted into a separate project starting with Django 1.6. It provides a reusable app that lets you attach comments to any Django model—blog posts, photos, chapters, or custom content types—with built-in moderation, user tracking, and admin integration.

The package handles comment submission, storage, and retrieval through a Comment model that tracks the commented object, user, submission date, and moderation status. It includes management commands like delete_stale_comments, database indexing on frequently-queried fields, and support for custom comment models when the default schema doesn't fit your needs. The framework integrates directly into Django's admin and ORM.

Use it for

Add a comment system to a Django blog where readers can discuss posts and authors moderate feedback.
Enable photo galleries or media sites to collect user reactions and discussion on individual items.
Build community features on documentation or knowledge-base sites where users annotate content.
Implement moderation workflows where comments require approval before publication.
Attach comments to custom Django models in internal tools or SaaS applications.

Worth the install?

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With conditions

Yes, if you need a lightweight, battle-tested comment framework for Django and can accept that the package is no longer actively maintained.

The code is stable and production-ready (Development Status 5), with no known vulnerabilities and low install friction. However, verify compatibility with your Django version (last confirmed for 4.0) and be prepared to maintain or fork it if future Django releases introduce breaking changes.

Install

django-contrib-comments on PyPI

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Before you install

Low install friction with a single Django dependency. However, the package is in abandoned maintenance status as of 1656 days since its last release (2022-01-31), with no active development despite the repository remaining unarchived.

Requires Django to be installed and configured; object_pk field is limited to 64 characters for indexed primary keys on MySQL

License in practice

BSD permissive license allows commercial and private use with minimal restrictions, typical for web framework packages.

Quickstart

pip install django-contrib-comments

# In Django settings.py, add to INSTALLED_APPS:
# 'django_comments'

# In your template:
# {% load comments %}
# {% get_comment_list for object as comment_list %}
# {% for comment in comment_list %}
#   {{ comment.user_name }}: {{ comment.comment }}
# {% endfor %}

Verify before relying

Whether the package remains compatible with Django versions released after 4.0 (last confirmed support)
Current compatibility with Python versions beyond 3.9 (last tested version in fact sheet)
Whether the 64-character limit on object_pk fields poses constraints for your primary key serialization

Package facts

License	BSD permissive
Python support	Not specified
Install friction	Low. Pure-Python wheel
Runtime dependencies	1 package Django
Maintenance	Abandoned 1,656 days since the last release
Last repo commit	2023-08-22
First released	2013-03-11
Downloads	212,197 / month, #9,461 on PyPI 30-day window, as of 2026-08-14
Known vulnerabilities	None known OSV.dev, checked 2026-08-14
Classifiers	Development Status :: 5 - Production/StableEnvironment :: Web EnvironmentFramework :: DjangoFramework :: Django :: 2.2Framework :: Django :: 3.0Framework :: Django :: 3.1Framework :: Django :: 3.2Framework :: Django :: 4.0Intended Audience :: DevelopersLicense :: OSI Approved :: BSD LicenseNatural Language :: EnglishOperating System :: OS IndependentProgramming Language :: PythonProgramming Language :: Python :: 3Programming Language :: Python :: 3.5Programming Language :: Python :: 3.6Programming Language :: Python :: 3.7Programming Language :: Python :: 3.8Programming Language :: Python :: 3.9

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