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Simple Login Captcha

By Nikolay Nikolov

Security & Privacy / Security Scanning & Malware Protection

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Simple Login Captcha Review - In-Depth Analysis

Adds a simple 3-digit number captcha on the login form to prevent spam and unauthorized access.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.82/10

User Rating

3.9/5 (based on 17+ reviews)

Active Installations

10,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin provides a simple captcha for the WordPress login form. Users must enter a random 3-digit number displayed above the field to log in successfully.

The captcha is lightweight and does not involve complicated features, settings, or personal data collection. It is designed to enhance security by preventing automated bots from accessing your site.

This plugin is compatible with the WooCommerce login form and supports multisite installations, making it a versatile option for various WordPress setups.

Comparing to Alternatives

Simple Login Captcha is a straightforward plugin designed specifically to add a simple captcha to the login screen, with several alternatives offering different captcha methods and features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and easy to use with no upselling or pro version.
Effectively reduces spam login attempts.
Adds a visually clean and straightforward captcha to the login screen.
No known security vulnerabilities reported.
Lightweight and focused on a single use case.

Weaknesses

Can randomly block legitimate login attempts causing lockouts.
Captcha can be easily broken, reducing security effectiveness.
Lacks compatibility with some other login-related plugins.
No advanced features or customization options available.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a 3.9 average rating from 17 reviews, most users appreciate the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness, though nearly 30% report issues causing login problems.

Positive highlights

"Perfect. Simple. Looks good. Effective." — Svensonsan
"Works really well, protects against Autobots." — tinaponting
"Simple plugin that just works... massively reduce spam attempts." — Micha

Common complaints

Locks users out by rejecting valid login attempts.
Captcha can be bypassed easily, undermining security.
Randomly blocks the ability to login, sometimes permanently.

Weaknesses

Unreliable login experience for some users.
Security measures may be insufficient against advanced bots.
Limited compatibility with other login plugins.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a simple, no-frills captcha solution to reduce spam login attempts without needing advanced features or customization.

Not ideal for

Sites requiring robust security or compatibility with complex login systems, or those that cannot tolerate occasional login failures.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides a basic captcha on the login screen with no upselling or pro version limitations.

Final Verdict

Simple Login Captcha offers a straightforward and effective way to add a basic captcha to WordPress login screens, helping reduce spam with minimal setup. Its lack of a pro version and no known security vulnerabilities make it an attractive choice for users wanting simplicity without extra cost.

However, the plugin's tendency to lock out legitimate users and its limited security robustness compared to alternatives may be a concern for some. Users needing more reliable or advanced captcha solutions might consider other plugins from the available alternatives.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Simple Login Captcha plugin.

Captcha

Security

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FAQ

If there is an error or a bug, and you are locked out of the site by this plugin, you can simply delete or rename the plugin folder /wp-content/plugins/simple-login-captcha/ using FTP or the file manager of your hosting.