RocketWP CAPTCHA
Advanced CAPTCHA protection with 4 providers. Protect login, registration, comments, and password reset forms from spam and bots.
100% free \u00b7 No upsells \u00b7 4 CAPTCHA providers \u00b7 Works with every WordPress theme
Why Use CAPTCHA on Your WordPress Site?
Every day, WordPress sites face millions of automated spam attacks. Bots target login forms, registration pages, and comment sections \u2014 wasting server resources, flooding your database with spam, and compromising security. RocketWP CAPTCHA stops bots at the gate with 4 proven CAPTCHA providers, including the privacy-first ALTCHA and Cloudflare Turnstile.
Key Features
4 CAPTCHA Providers in One Plugin
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Cloudflare Turnstile
Privacy-friendly, no user interaction required. Automatically verifies visitors in the background. The recommended default for most sites.
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Google reCAPTCHA v2/v3
Industry standard bot detection. Supports invisible reCAPTCHA v3 and checkbox v2. Works with existing Google accounts.
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hCaptcha
Privacy-focused alternative to reCAPTCHA. Pays website owners for solving CAPTCHAs. GDPR-compliant by design.
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ALTCHA (Self-Hosted)
Zero-config, self-hosted Proof-of-Work CAPTCHA. No third-party servers, no cookies, no data collection. The most privacy-respecting option available.
WordPress Core Form Protection
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Login Form
Add CAPTCHA to wp-login.php and custom login forms. Prevent brute force attacks and credential stuffing.
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Registration Form
Stop spam user registrations. Filter out bot accounts before they’re created.
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Comments Form
Block automated comment spam without forcing users to log in. Works with native WordPress comments.
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Password Reset
Protect the password reset flow from abuse. Prevent attackers from spamming reset emails to legitimate users.
Smart Security Features
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Honeypot Protection
Invisible trap fields that only bots can see. Zero user friction \u2014 catches automated scripts silently.
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Logged-In User Skip
Automatically bypass CAPTCHA for authenticated users. Your real visitors never see a challenge.
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Fail-Safe Mode
If a CAPTCHA service goes down, your forms still work. Graceful degradation keeps your site accessible.
Full Compatibility & Integration
RocketWP CAPTCHA works seamlessly with any well-coded WordPress theme and plugin. No conflicts with caching plugins, page builders, or security plugins. The free version protects all WordPress core forms. Upgrade to Pro for 30+ third-party integrations including WooCommerce, EDD, Contact Form 7, WPForms, Gravity Forms, BuddyPress, and more.
How RocketWP CAPTCHA Compares to Other CAPTCHA Plugins
Most CAPTCHA plugins lock you into a single provider or hide features behind paywalls. RocketWP CAPTCHA gives you 4 providers \u2014 including self-hosted ALTCHA \u2014 all in one free plugin.
| Feature | RocketWP CAPTCHA | reCaptcha by BestWebSoft | Advanced noCaptcha | hCaptcha for WP |
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| Price | Free | Free / Pro $43 | Free / Pro $29 | Free / Pro $8/mo |
| Cloudflare Turnstile | \u2705 | \u274c | \u274c | \u274c |
| Google reCAPTCHA v2/v3 | \u2705 | \u2705 | \u2705 | \u274c |
| hCaptcha | \u2705 | \u274c | \u274c | \u2705 |
| ALTCHA (Self-Hosted) | \u2705 | \u274c | \u274c | \u274c |
| Honeypot Protection | \u2705 | \u274c | \u274c | \u274c |
| Logged-In User Skip | \u2705 | \u2705 | Pro only | Pro only |
| Fail-Safe Mode | \u2705 | \u274c | \u274c | \u274c |
| Login/Register/Comments/Reset | \u2705 All | Partial | Partial | \u274c |
| WordPress.org Available | \u2705 | \u2705 | \u2705 | \u2705 |
RocketWP CAPTCHA Free vs Pro \u2014 Feature Comparison
The free version protects all WordPress core forms. Upgrade to Pro for rate limiting, auto-ban, 30+ integrations, white-label, and multisite support.
| Feature | Free | Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 4 CAPTCHA Providers | \u2705 | \u2705 |
| Honeypot Protection | \u2705 | \u2705 |
| Logged-In User Skip | \u2705 | \u2705 |
| Fail-Safe Mode | \u2705 | \u2705 |
| Core WordPress Forms | \u2705 | \u2705 |
| WooCommerce Integration | \u274c | \u2705 |
| EDD Integration | \u274c | \u2705 |
| CF7 / WPForms / Gravity Forms | \u274c | \u2705 |
| BuddyPress / bbPress | \u274c | \u2705 |
| Rate Limiting & Auto-Ban | \u274c | \u2705 |
| Behavior Scoring | \u274c | \u2705 |
| IP Whitelist | \u274c | \u2705 |
| White-Label Mode | \u274c | \u2705 |
| Multisite Support | \u274c | \u2705 |
| Statistics Dashboard | \u274c | \u2705 |
How to Install & Set Up RocketWP CAPTCHA
Get started in under 5 minutes:
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Step 1 \u2014 Install the plugin \u2014 Download from WordPress.org, or go to Plugins \u2192 Add New and search for “RocketWP CAPTCHA”.
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Step 2 \u2014 Activate the plugin \u2014 Click Activate after installation.
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Step 3 \u2014 Choose your provider \u2014 Go to Settings \u2192 RocketWP CAPTCHA and select your preferred CAPTCHA provider (Turnstile recommended).
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Step 4 \u2014 Enter API keys \u2014 Add your API keys from the provider’s dashboard. ALTCHA requires no keys \u2014 it works immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this plugin slow down my WordPress site?
No. CAPTCHA scripts are loaded only on pages with forms, and we use async/defer loading to prevent render-blocking. ALTCHA and Turnstile have near-zero performance impact.
Which CAPTCHA provider should I choose?
We recommend Cloudflare Turnstile for most sites \u2014 it’s invisible, privacy-friendly, and free. If you need maximum privacy, choose ALTCHA (self-hosted, zero third-party servers). Use reCAPTCHA if you’re already in the Google ecosystem.
Can I use multiple CAPTCHA providers on the same site?
No \u2014 one provider at a time. But you can switch providers anytime with one click. Your settings are preserved per provider.
Will this work with my custom login page?
Yes \u2014 if your custom login form uses the standard WordPress login hooks, CAPTCHA will be added automatically. Custom implementations may need manual integration.
Is ALTCHA really free and self-hosted?
Yes. ALTCHA uses Proof-of-Work (PoW) \u2014 the visitor’s browser solves a small computational puzzle. No external servers, no API keys, no cookies, no data collection.
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Download RocketWP CAPTCHA free from WordPress.org. No registration, no credit card, no upsells.