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 ## features
 
-- **attachment moderation**: images are checked during upload. flagged images are blocked from being accessed.
+- **attachment moderation**: images are checked during upload. flagged images are blocked. optionally, anonymize file names.
 - **comment moderation**: comments are reviewed before they're saved. flagged comments are set to unapproved.
 - **admin integration**: see moderation status directly in your media library and comments list. detailed info available in edit screens.
 - **easy setup**: just add your openai api key in the settings.
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 ### attachment moderation
 
 - when an image is uploaded, the plugin sends it to openai's moderation api using the `omni-moderation-latest` model.
-- if the image is flagged, the plugin blocks access to it by sending a 403 forbidden response when someone tries to view it.
+- if the image is flagged in any of the abuse categories, the attachment does not get created.
 
 ### comment moderation
 
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 ### backend functionality
 
 - hooks into `add_attachment` to moderate images upon upload.
-- uses `template_redirect` to block access to flagged attachments.
 - hooks into `preprocess_comment` and `pre_comment_approved` to moderate comments before saving.
 - stores moderation results in post and comment meta.
 - adds custom columns in admin screens to display moderation status.