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Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA

Simple Google reCAPTCHA (v2 and v3) for WordPress, 100% free, no hidden premium, no catches. Supports WooCommerce and Contact Form 7.

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Tested up to WordPress 6.8
Current version0.0.10
WordPress coverageTested up to WordPress 6.8
Minimum stackWP 5.0 · PHP 7.0
Directory statusactive
Last directory update6 Jun 20251y ago
Active installations600Adoption metric — not a quality score
WordPress.org rating5.0 / 5 from 4 ratings
Official packageDirect from WordPress.org

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WP PlugIndex currently records Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA version 0.0.10 as active, updated 1y ago and tested up to WordPress 6.8.

Overview

About this plugin

Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA, the most straightforward and powerful reCAPTCHA solution for WordPress – 100% free, forever. No premium version, no hidden costs, no advertisements – just pure functionality.

What Makes This Plugin Special?

  • 🩵 Completely Free: No premium version, no hidden features.
  • 💗 reCAPTCHA Versions: Full support for both v2 and v3.
  • 🛒 WooCommerce Integration: Protect your WooCommerce forms.
  • 🏔️ Contact Form 7 Integration: Seamless compatibility with CF7.
  • 📝 Simple Setup: Just add your API keys and you’re ready to go.

Features

  • Choose between reCAPTCHA v2 (checkbox) or v3 (invisible)
  • Protect WordPress login
  • Protect WordPress registration
  • Protect WordPress reset password
  • Protect WordPress comment
  • Protect WooCommerce login
  • Protect WooCommerce registration
  • Protect WooCommerce checkout
  • Protect Contact Form 7
  • Adjustable security threshold for v3
  • Clean, bloat-free code
  • Regular updates and support

Easy Configuration

  • Get your free API keys from Google: https://www.google.com/recaptcha/admin/create
  • Choose your preferred reCAPTCHA version
  • Paste your keys into the settings
  • That’s it! Your forms are protected

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Why Choose This Plugin?

Unlike other reCAPTCHA plugins that lock essential features behind premium paywalls or clutter your admin panel, this plugin gives you everything you need without any catches. We believe in providing a complete, professional solution that respects both you and your users.

Developer Friendly

  • Clean, well-documented code
  • Regular updates and support
  • Hooks and filters for customization
  • Minimal performance impact
  • No conflicts with other plugins

Stay protected from spam and bots without compromising on user experience or your budget. Simple, effective, and completely free – the way WordPress plugins should be.

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Credits

  • Thanks to Hostbox for providing the free Google reCAPTCHA plugin.
  • The plugin uses Google Recaptcha (Google LLC) services to process data and protect against spam. Terms of service, Privacy Policy.

External Services

This plugin integrates with EmailOctopus for email marketing functionality. It sends subscriber data to EmailOctopus when users submit forms with their email addresses.

Data sent includes: email addresses and any associated form fields configured for EmailOctopus integration.

This service is provided by EmailOctopus: Terms of Service, Privacy Policy.

WordPress.org metadata

Plugin tags

Topics listed for this plugin in the WordPress.org directory.

  • google recaptcha
  • spam prevention
  • spam protection
  • hostbox
Compatibility & maintenance

Compatibility & maintenance

Tested up to WordPress 6.8

Not yet marked as tested with WordPress 7.1. WordPress.org currently lists Tested up to 6.8.

Current WordPress releaseWordPress 7.1
WordPress.org Tested up to6.8
Minimum requirementsWordPress 5.0 · PHP 7.0
Update activity6 Jun 20251y ago

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