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reCAPTCHA for Ninja Forms

By Aman

Forms & Data Collection / Contact Forms

reCAPTCHA for Ninja Forms Review - In-Depth Analysis

Integrates Google reCAPTCHA into Ninja Forms for enhanced security. Validate submissions with ease.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.76/10

User Rating

4.5/5 (based on 8+ reviews)

Active Installations

600+

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 adds a Google reCAPTCHA field type to the Ninja Forms form builder. Forms that include a reCAPTCHA will validate the field before successful submission, ensuring that submissions are made by real users.

To use this plugin, upload it to the wp-content->plugins directory and activate it from the WordPress dashboard. Then, add your Site Key and Secret from the Forms->ReCaptcha settings. After editing your form, you will find the Google reCAPTCHA field under Template Fields.

For more functionality, check out our other plugins that enhance Ninja Forms and provide additional features.

Comparing to Alternatives

reCAPTCHA for Ninja Forms is a specialized plugin designed to integrate Google's reCAPTCHA with Ninja Forms, offering a focused solution compared to other form plugins with reCAPTCHA features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and effective integration with Ninja Forms version 2.9
High user satisfaction with a 4.5-star average rating
No known security vulnerabilities as per recent WPScan report
Lightweight and easy to use without unnecessary features

Weaknesses

Not compatible with Ninja Forms version 3 and above
Does not support multiple forms on the same page without custom edits
Lacks updates to support latest Ninja Forms versions
No pro version or advanced features available

User Sentiment Analysis

The plugin holds a strong positive sentiment with 87.5% of ratings at 5 stars, indicating user satisfaction primarily among those using older Ninja Forms versions. However, there is a notable complaint regarding compatibility with newer Ninja Forms versions.

Positive highlights

'Works Flawlessly for Ninja Forms 2.9' - jonitsahsne
'Great plugin' with custom edits for multi-form support - alextang1030
'Easy to use and works wonderfully' - spikemcq
'Great!' - solutioinc

Common complaints

Plugin is not compatible with Ninja Forms version 3 and automatically deactivates upon activation

Weaknesses

Compatibility limited to older Ninja Forms versions
Lack of support for multiple forms on the same page without custom modifications
No recent updates to address compatibility issues

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users running Ninja Forms version 2.9 or earlier who need a straightforward reCAPTCHA integration without extra features.

Not ideal for

Users with Ninja Forms version 3 or later, or those requiring multi-form support on the same page, as the plugin lacks compatibility and recent updates.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides basic reCAPTCHA integration for Ninja Forms without additional premium features.

Final Verdict

reCAPTCHA for Ninja Forms offers a reliable and secure solution for users on older versions of Ninja Forms, delivering high satisfaction among its user base. Its simplicity and lack of security vulnerabilities make it a solid choice for those with compatible setups.

However, the plugin's lack of updates and incompatibility with Ninja Forms version 3 and above limit its usefulness for many users. Those needing support for newer versions or multiple forms on the same page should consider alternative plugins.