BuddyPress Group Moderation is a lightweight plugin that adds an approval workflow to BuddyPress groups. With this plugin, every newly created group is automatically set to “hidden” status and requires admin approval before becoming visible to the wider community.
Admins are notified whenever a new group is created and can easily approve or reject pending groups from a dedicated admin page. Group creators receive notifications about the status of their group, and pending groups remain hidden from regular users until approved.
The plugin is easy to configure, works without modifying BuddyPress core files, and ensures that only approved groups appear in group directories and activity streams. This makes it ideal for communities seeking greater control over group creation and visibility.