Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA — WordPress CAPTCHA Plugin
by Hostbox · WordPress.org page
Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA has 600+ active installs on WordPress.org and 3,941 downloads all time. We have tracked it since September 4, 2026; download trends appear after 30 days of data. The last update was on June 6, 2025, tested up to WordPress 6.8.8.
Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA at a glance
Is Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA well maintained?
Features
The feature list from the plugin's own readme on WordPress.org, trimmed to the essentials.
- 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
Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA reviews and ratings
4 reviews on WordPress.org, with the most recent ones as their authors posted them.
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Surprisingly, it's working
When one of your products is working well, people are willing to look at your other products. I think that’s smart and don't play around to sell their pro version! I highly recommend this plugin.
movahead -
One of the Best reCAPTCHA Plugins – Excellent Security & Support!
I've used many reCAPTCHA plugins over the years, but Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA really stands out. It offers strong security features and does a great job keeping bots away from my site. What impressed me the most is the wide range of features available for free – something you don't often see with other plugins. The support team is also fantastic, quick to respond and very helpful with any questions or issues. If you're looking for a reliable and user-friendly security plugin, this is definitely one of the best. Highly recommended!
hashaamzahid -
Totally Worth It - Fast & Reliable Security Solution
I found a solid choice for google recaptcha v3. It’s lightweight, easy to set up in under 2 minutes, and does exactly what it promises—no hidden fees, no hassle. Just a simple, effective way to keep bots away. Worth it!
Besalb Kercuku -
Finally a good one
The Google reCAPTCHA Integration for WordPress stands out for its simplicity and effectiveness. Unlike many bloated alternatives, this lightweight plugin delivers exactly what's needed, robust spam protection without unnecessary features. The seamless integration with both WooCommerce and Contact Form 7 makes it particularly valuable, successfully blocking automated spam submissions across all forms. After implementing various recaptcha solutions, this plugin's straightforward approach and reliable performance make it the clear choice for WordPress sites requiring spam protection. Thank you @Hostbox
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Where Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA ranks on WordPress.org
The rankings we track that Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA appears in, and how its position changed over 30 days.
| Ranking | WordPress.org placement | Position | 30 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best CAPTCHA Plugins | #58 by tag, not in search | #92 | – |
Details
Simple Google reCAPTCHA (v2 and v3) for WordPress, 100% free, no hidden premium, no catches. Supports WooCommerce and Contact Form 7.
The full description, screenshots and every review live on the WordPress.org page.
Rankings Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA competes in
Tags
- google recaptcha
- Hostbox
- recaptcha
- spam prevention
- spam protection
- Version
- 0.0.10
- Last updated
- Jun 6, 2025
- First published
- Jan 30, 2025
- Requires WordPress
- 5.0
- Tested up to
- 6.8.8
- Requires PHP
- 7.0
- Pricing
- Free on WordPress.org
Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA FAQ
What does Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA do?
According to its WordPress.org readme, Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA offers Choose between reCAPTCHA v2 (checkbox) or v3 (invisible), Protect WordPress login, Protect WordPress registration, Protect WordPress reset password and Protect WordPress comment.
How many active installs does Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA have?
WordPress.org reports 600+ active installs for Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA as of September 7, 2026.
Is Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA still maintained?
The last release was on June 6, 2025, more than a year ago. WordPress.org shows a warning on plugins that go this long without an update.
Is Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA free?
Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA is free to install from WordPress.org. Many plugins also sell a paid version or add-ons.
Where does Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA rank among CAPTCHA Plugins?
Hostbox Google reCAPTCHA is #92 in the WordPress.org CAPTCHA Plugins ranking.