Description

The reCAPTCHA addon adds Google’s reCAPTCHA service to WPAdverts forms, validating ad postings and contact messages before submission to block automated bots. Intended for those who run classified sites open to the public and want to prevent fake listings, automated comments, and mass registration attempts that clutter the ad database.

Main Features of reCAPTCHA

  • Validation on the ad form
    Inserts the reCAPTCHA check on the WPAdverts ad posting screen.
  • Protection on the contact form
    Adds the reCAPTCHA challenge to the message form between visitor and advertiser.
  • Integration with Google’s API
    Connects the site to the reCAPTCHA service via site and secret keys configurable in the dashboard.
  • Centralized configuration in admin
    Gather component options inside the WPAdverts settings screen.
  • Compatibility with standard flows
    Works alongside the native submission and moderation process of the base plugin’s ads.

Benefits of reCAPTCHA

  • Less spam in the ad database
    Drastically reduces automated listings that pollute the public catalog.
  • Cleaner message box
    Filters fake contacts sent en masse by scripts against legitimate advertisers.
  • Lower moderation workload
    Decreases the volume of items for manual review before approval.
  • More trust for the visitor
    Keeps the directory with real ads and contacts from verified people.

Who is reCAPTCHA for?

  • Those who run a classified site open to public registrations on WPAdverts and face high spam volume.
  • You who receive automated messages on the ads contact form and want to cut that traffic.
  • Those who want a lightweight anti-bot filter without needing to manually moderate every new post.

How to Download reCAPTCHA

reCAPTCHA is available for download here at Ultrapack. After downloading the .zip file, install it in Plugins > Add New > Upload plugin, select the file, and activate. With WPAdverts already active, the extension’s options will appear inside the base plugin settings, ready to receive Google’s keys.

Component focused on a single clear task: blocking bots before they reach the ad database. For classified directories that grow quickly, this extra entry filter protects the quality of public content and saves hours of weekly review, keeping WPAdverts usable even on sites with high traffic and registrations without prior approval.

Frequently asked questions

Is WPAdverts reCAPTCHA GPL-licensed?

Yes. WPAdverts reCAPTCHA is distributed under the GPL (GNU General Public License). You may legally use, modify and redistribute it on as many sites as you want.

Can I use WPAdverts reCAPTCHA on multiple sites?

Yes. You can use WPAdverts reCAPTCHA on multiple sites. The number of sites connected to Ultrapack Auto Updater is limited by your plan.

How much does WPAdverts reCAPTCHA cost at Ultrapack?

WPAdverts reCAPTCHA costs US$2.99 as a single purchase, and it is also included in the subscription plans starting at US$12/mo (VIP I).

Does WPAdverts reCAPTCHA include updates?

Yes. The current version of WPAdverts reCAPTCHA is 1.1.1, published at Ultrapack on Jul 15, 2022. Subscribers update straight from the WordPress dashboard with UAU (Ultrapack Auto Updater).

Is WPAdverts reCAPTCHA scanned before publication?

Yes. Every version of WPAdverts reCAPTCHA goes through a malware scan (ClamAV and YARA rules, at UltraHub) before it is published.