Is hCaptcha for WP compatible with Simply Static?

hCaptcha for WP

v5.3.0 Tested Sep 2026
Simply Static Compatibility
7.9 /10
Needs Configuration Simply Static Studio
Auth analysis
AJAX calls
REST API
Dynamic render
Script enqueue

hCaptcha for WP is needs configuration with Simply Static. Recommended setup: Simply Static Studio.

About this Plugin

The strongest CAPTCHA. Switch from reCAPTCHA and Turnstile for free.

Static WordPress Challenge

Static pages can display hCaptcha widgets and scripts, but protected form submissions require a live WordPress origin or external form handler. Configure Static Studio proxying or use forms with a compatible external submission service; standalone static hosting cannot perform the plugin's server-side validation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is hCaptcha for WP compatible with Simply Static?

hCaptcha for WP works with Simply Static but needs some configuration. We recommend using Simply Static Studio for the best experience.

Which Simply Static product works best with hCaptcha for WP?

Based on our analysis, hCaptcha for WP works best with Simply Static Studio. Simply Static is for basic static sites, Simply Static Pro adds support for search, forms, and multilingual sites, and Simply Static Studio adds AJAX proxy and REST API support for supported integrations.

Does hCaptcha for WP affect static build times?

hCaptcha for WP has approximately 70,000 active installs. Plugins with complex shortcodes or dynamic blocks may add minor overhead to the static generation pass.

What configuration does hCaptcha for WP need for Simply Static?

Static pages can display hCaptcha widgets and scripts, but protected form submissions require a live WordPress origin or external form handler. Configure Static Studio proxying or use forms with a compatible external submission service; standalone static hosting cannot perform the plugin's server-side validation.

How often is this compatibility data updated?

All plugins are re-scanned monthly. Scans run five analysis passes including an AI classifier. The last tested date at the top of this page reflects the most recent scan.