DCL is an advanced version of Disqus Commenting System, with which experience the boosted page loading speed difference. This free plugin adds advanced features like lazy loading and SHORTCODE, comment widgets, script disabling etc to your Disqus powered website. This plugin doesn’t require jQuery.
PricingFree downloadThe WordPress.org download is free. Pro versions, add-ons or external services may cost extra.
CompatibilityRequires WordPress 5.0 and PHP 5.6.
SourceWordPress plugins · Oct 21, 2026
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Aboutthistool.
DCL is an advanced version of Disqus Commenting System, with which experience the boosted page loading speed difference. This free plugin adds advanced features like lazy loading and SHORTCODE, comment widgets, script disabling etc to your Disqus powered website.
This plugin doesn’t require jQuery. We use pure JavaScript
Disqus Conditional Load, popular features..
All the features from official Disqus plugin.
Lazy load Disqus comments using – OnScroll,OnClick and Normal.
SEO FRIENDLY.
Use shortcode to load comments anywhere.
Custom Post Types support.
Adjust Disqus container width
Disable/Enable count scripts if not using.
Developer friendly.
Available @GitHub .
Installation | Docs | Screenshots
Disqus Conditional Load Pro
This plugin has a premium version with more cool advanced features like.
Ability to remove all disqus scripts from custom post types.
Adjust the Disqus comments width.
You can use SHORTCODE to load disqus where ever on the page.
Prevent auto load of Disqus Comments.
Choose how to load Disqus comments ( On, scroll down, scroll start or click ).
Custom comment button class
Ability to disable even count.js script.
Auto-sync (backup) of comments with Disqus and WordPress database
Threaded comments and replies
Notifications and reply by email
Subscribe and RSS options
Aggregated comments and social mentions
Powerful moderation and admin tools
Full spam filtering, blacklists and whitelists
Support for Disqus community widgets
Connected with a large discussion community
Increased exposure and readership
Bug Reports
Bug reports for DCL are always welcome. Report here . Please do not send support requests here.
More information
Disqus Conditional Load Pro , containing more advanced features .
Follow the developer @Twitter
Other WordPress plugins by Joel James
Disqus Comments – Overview
Disqus, pronounced “discuss”, is a service and tool for web comments and discussions. Disqus makes commenting easier and more interactive, while connecting websites and commenters across a thriving discussion community.
If you do not yet have a Disqus account, registering for Disqus is free and only takes you about 30 seconds . Optionally you can do this after installing the plugin.
Bug Reports
Bug reports for DCL are always welcome. Report here . Please do not send support requests here.
See it in action
Screenshots & previews.
Comments Moderation DashboardDisqus Comments UIGeneral Settings ( Some options are Pro only ).Sample Button when On Click lazy load enabled.
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Gettingstarted.
Please make sure that you have deactivated Disqus official plugin first , because this plugin is a stand alone plugin. You don’t have to use Disqus plugin if you use this one. If you try to activate this along with Disqus, it will throw a Fatal Error for sure. All Disqus features are available too.!
Installing the plugin
01In your WordPress admin panel, go to Plugins > New Plugin , search for Disqus Conditional Load and click “ Install now “
02Alternatively, download the plugin and upload the contents of disqus-conditional-load.zip to your plugins directory, which usually is /wp-content/plugins/ .
03Activate the plugin
04Log into your Disqus account from Comments->Disqus , then choose the forum shortname you would like to install.
Setup Disqus for your website
05Go to Disqus and register or login .
06Add your website details and register.
07Once you finish this, you can follow above step to istall the plugin.
Configuring Advanced Features
08Go to DCL Settings
09There you can configure Disqus with advanced features.
Need more help?
Please take a look at the DCL documentation or open a support request .
Upgrade to DCL Pro
If you like this plugin, consider upgrading to the Pro version of Disqus Conditional Load for an even better plugin!
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Frequently asked questions.
Which is the best lazy load option?
Both scroll and click are awesome. Use according to your preference.
How can I register with Disqus?
Go to Disqus and register
How to use shortcode?
Use the following shortcode in your post/page where you want to show comments.
[js-disqus] What are the main differences between DCL Pro and Free?
Please have a look at the DCL Pro vs Free comparision page on official website.
I don’t want Disqus scripts on custom posts. Can I remove that?
Yes. GO to DCL settings and enter custom post type name from which you want to remove dsiqus scripts.
More documentation
More detailed documentation can be found on the DCL documentation section.
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