reCaptcha plugin is an effective security solution that protects your WordPress website forms from spam entries while letting real people pass through with ease. reCAPTCHA Version 3, Version 2, Invisible are included. Our SMS Alert plugin supports this plugin on below supported feautres.
Supported Features.
- Login with otp.
- Signup with mobile.
- Registration form.
- Login form.
- Reset password form.
- Comments form.
FAQ’S
1. What does this integration allow me to do?
It allows your WordPress site to use reCaptcha (Versions 2, 3 or Invisible) to protect forms from spam, while still using SMS Alert to send OTPs or SMS notifications via those forms.
2. Which form-features are supported under this integration?
According to SMS Alert’s KB page, the supported features include:
– Login with OTP
– Signup with mobile
– Registration form
– Login form
– Reset password form
– Comments form3. What are the prerequisites before using this integration properly?
– You must have the reCaptcha plugin installed and configured (i.e., Google reCAPTCHA keys set up, and desired version enabled).
– The SMS Alert plugin must be installed, activated and configured (API credentials, sender ID, etc).
– The form where you want to send OTP/SMS must have a valid mobile number field captured (for SMS delivery).
– Ensure reCaptcha and the form plugin are working correctly before adding SMS flows.4. How do I enable OTP or SMS verification in conjunction with reCaptcha?
1. Configure your form (e.g., registration) to capture mobile numbers.
2. Enable reCaptcha for that form via the reCaptcha plugin settings.
3. In SMS Alert plugin settings enable “OTP” or “SMS on mobile number field” for that form context.
4. Ensure the form submission process first checks reCaptcha (spam filter) and then triggers the SMS/OTP.
5. Test the flow end-to-end (user enters mobile → reCaptcha challenge → OTP/SMS sent).5. What should I check if nothing happens (no SMS/OTP or form blocked) after enabling this?
Troubleshooting steps:
– Ensure the reCaptcha plugin is correctly configured and the form shows the reCaptcha badge or challenge.
– Verify that SMS Alert plugin has a mobile number field configured properly and that your account has active credits and valid sender ID.
– Check that the “mobile field” is correctly captured and input by the user.
– Confirm that the form submission isn’t being blocked by reCaptcha; test with correct mobile number and no spam flag.
– Review any logs or debug messages from SMS Alert plugin for failed sends or missing mobile numbers.
– If in India (or regulated region) make sure that your SMS templates and sender ID are compliant with DLT / telecom regulations.6. Are there any limitations or extras I should keep in mind?
– The integration listing is fairly high-level, so it may not automatically support all custom forms or custom field behaviours.
– reCaptcha’s scoring may lead to some legitimate users being blocked if the threshold is too strict.
– SMS/OTP flows add cost and complexity, so balancing user experience (UX) vs security (spam control) is key.
– In jurisdictions like India: sender ID registration, template approval, opt-out provisions, DLT compliance are essential.7. How do I get started quickly (check-list) for the integration?
1. Install and activate the reCaptcha plugin on your WordPress site.
2. Get the Google reCAPTCHA site & secret keys and configure the plugin for your forms.
3. Ensure you have the SMS Alert plugin installed, activated, and configured with your SMS account credentials.
4. Identify which forms you want to protect/send OTP for and ensure they capture mobile numbers.
5. In SMS Alert settings: enable OTP/SMS for those form types in the relevant section.
6. Test: Submit the form as a user → ensure reCaptcha challenge appears → after passing it, you should receive OTP or SMS.
7. Monitor delivery, check failed sends, adjust thresholds, and optimize UX.