[XenCustomize] Auto Delete Threads 2.0.2

XenCustomize Auto Delete Threads for XenForo 2​

Automatically remove old or unwanted threads using per-thread, per-forum, or global rules.

XenCustomize Auto Delete Threads helps keep forums clean by automatically deleting threads when your chosen conditions are met.

Set a custom rule on an individual thread, give specific forums their own automatic rules, or use one global rule across selected forums.

Choose soft delete for recoverable cleanup or hard delete when threads should be permanently removed.

Key Features​

Per-thread delete rules
Set a rule directly from the Thread Tools menu for an individual thread, with one active rule at a time for clear and predictable behavior.

Delete after reply count
Automatically delete a thread when it reaches the configured number of replies.

Delete at a specific date & time
Schedule an individual thread to be deleted at a specific date and time.

Delete after inactivity
Automatically delete threads after they have received no new replies for the configured period.

Delete after thread age
Remove threads once they reach the configured age, regardless of recent activity.

Per-forum delete rules
Give individual forums their own reply-count, inactivity, or thread-age rule.
Forums can also inherit the global rule or disable automatic deletion entirely.

Global delete rules
Apply one automatic delete rule across selected forums that do not have their own override.

Clear rule priority
Thread-specific rules take priority over per-forum rules, while per-forum rules take priority over the global rule.

Soft or hard delete
Choose whether automatically deleted threads are recoverable by staff or permanently removed.

Thread rule indicator
When a thread-specific rule is active, a notice on the thread shows when or why it will be deleted.

Moderator logging
Automatic deletions are recorded in XenForo's Moderator Log with the reason for the action.

Permission-based control
Use the dedicated forum moderator permission to control who can set per-thread auto-delete rules.

Automatic background processing
Due rules are handled automatically in the background, so scheduled, inactive, or old threads do not need to be opened before deletion occurs.

Administrator Options​

• Deletion mode: Choose soft delete or hard delete for automatic deletions.
• Per-forum Delete Rules: Set a forum-specific rule, inherit the global rule, or disable automatic deletion for that forum.
• Global Delete Rules: Choose the automatic rule and the forums where it should apply.
• Reply count: Set the reply threshold used by reply-count rules.
• Inactivity: Set how long a thread can remain without a new reply.
• Thread age: Set how old a thread can become before automatic deletion.

Useful For​

• Removing expired sale, giveaway, or announcement threads.
• Cleaning up inactive support or discussion threads.
• Applying different cleanup rules to different forums.
• Scheduling individual threads for removal at a specific time.
• Reducing repetitive thread cleanup for moderators.

Compatibility & Requirements​

• XenForo 2.2.x
• XenForo 2.3.x
• XenCustomize Core Library 1.0.4+

License Setup​

After installation, go to the add-on options and open the License options tab to enter your license key. Footer branding is optional and may be removed from the same License options tab.

License verification may use XenCustomize.com with local caching. Normal installation and uninstallation do not depend on our server being available. An expired license does not disable normal use of the add-on, but an active valid license is required for official support and access to new downloads or updates released after the license expires.

Screenshots​

Admin options: Deletion mode


Admin options: Per-forum delete rules


Admin options: Global delete rules


User group permission


Thread Tools → “Set Auto-Delete Rules” link


Auto-Delete Rules overlay (all rule options visible)





Thread info bar showing scheduled delete message


Cron entry