=== Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA === Contributors: hostbox Tags: Google reCAPTCHA, Hostbox, spam prevention, spam protection, reCAPTCHA Requires at least: 5.0 Tested up to: 6.8.1 Requires PHP: 7.0 Stable tag: 0.0.10 Author: Hostbox Author URI: https://www.hostbox.me License: GPLv2 or later License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html Simple Google reCAPTCHA (v2 and v3) for WordPress, 100% free, no hidden premium, no catches. Supports WooCommerce and Contact Form 7. == Description == [Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA](https://www.hostbox.me/), 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 = 1. Get your free API keys from Google: [https://www.google.com/recaptcha/admin/create](https://www.google.com/recaptcha/admin/create) 2. Choose your preferred reCAPTCHA version 3. Paste your keys into the settings 4. That's it! Your forms are protected [Discover more from the creators of this plugin](https://hostbox.me) 🚀 Hostbox provides blazing fast WordPress hosting services - you can learn more at [www.hostbox.me](https://www.hostbox.me/). == 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. = What are your brand guidelines? = == Installation == Getting your plugin up and working takes just a few clicks: 1. Head over to **Plugins** in WordPress dashboard and click **Add New**. 2. In the "Search plugins…" field, type “Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA”. 3. Find Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA in the search results, hover over it, and click **Install**. 4. Once it is installed, click **Activate**. That's it! It's ready to go. Nicely done. To add the reCAPTCHA API keys, go to **Settings > reCAPTCHA** and enter your API keys. Get your free API keys from Google: [https://www.google.com/recaptcha/admin/create](https://www.google.com/recaptcha/admin/create) If you ever have questions, [just ask us](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/hostbox-google-recaptcha/). == Credits == * Thanks to [Hostbox](https://www.hostbox.me/) for providing the free Google reCAPTCHA plugin. * The plugin uses [Google Recaptcha](https://www.google.com/recaptcha/) (Google LLC) services to process data and protect against spam. [Terms of service](https://policies.google.com/terms), [Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy). == 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](https://emailoctopus.com/legal/terms), [Privacy Policy](https://emailoctopus.com/legal/privacy). == Changelog == = June 6, 2025 = Version 0.0.10 changelog: * Update: WordPress 6.8.1 compatibility = April 18, 2025 = Version 0.0.9 changelog: * Update: WordPress 6.8 compatibility = February 14, 2025 = Version 0.0.8 changelog: * Update: WordPress 6.7.2 compatibility = February 1, 2025 = Version 0.0.7 changelog: * Fixed: Skip verification if no site key is set Version 0.0.6 changelog: * Added: Settings option in the plugin page * Fixed: Register settings sanitize callback = January 31, 2025 = Version 0.0.5 changelog: * Update: readme.txt = January 30, 2025 = Version 0.0.4 changelog: * Fix: Domain slug consitency Version 0.0.3 changelog: * Update: readme.txt Version 0.0.2 changelog: * Fix: Domain slug recaptcha_settings to hostbox_recaptcha_settings = January 8, 2025 = Version 0.0.1 changelog: * First release == Upgrade Notice == = 0.0.10 = * Update: WordPress 6.8.1 compatibility = 0.0.9 = * Update: WordPress 6.8 compatibility = 0.0.8 = * Update: WordPress 6.7.2 compatibility = 0.0.7 = * Fixed: Skip verification if no site key is set = 0.0.6 = * Added: Settings option in the plugin page * Fixed: Register settings sanitize callback = 0.0.5 = * Update: readme.txt = 0.0.4 = * Fix: Domain slug consitency = 0.0.3 = * Update: readme.txt = 0.0.2 = * Fix: Domain slug recaptcha_settings to hostbox_recaptcha_settings = 0.0.1 = * First release