=== 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

