ReCaptcha v2 for Contact Form 7
ReCaptcha v2 for Contact Form 7 is needs configuration with Simply Static. Recommended setup: Simply Static Studio.
About this Plugin
Contact Form 7 v5.1 dropped support for reCaptcha v2 along with the [recaptcha] tag December 2018. This plugin brings that functionality back from Contact Form 7 5.0.5 and re-adds the [recaptcha] tag.
Static WordPress Challenge
The CAPTCHA can render in exported pages, but Contact Form 7 form submissions and email delivery require a live WordPress endpoint or external form service; use Static Studio or configure an external submission proxy, and ensure the reCAPTCHA keys and domain settings match the deployed site.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ReCaptcha v2 for Contact Form 7 compatible with Simply Static?
ReCaptcha v2 for Contact Form 7 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 ReCaptcha v2 for Contact Form 7?
Based on our analysis, ReCaptcha v2 for Contact Form 7 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 ReCaptcha v2 for Contact Form 7 affect static build times?
ReCaptcha v2 for Contact Form 7 has approximately 200,000 active installs. Plugins with complex shortcodes or dynamic blocks may add minor overhead to the static generation pass.
What configuration does ReCaptcha v2 for Contact Form 7 need for Simply Static?
The CAPTCHA can render in exported pages, but Contact Form 7 form submissions and email delivery require a live WordPress endpoint or external form service; use Static Studio or configure an external submission proxy, and ensure the reCAPTCHA keys and domain settings match the deployed site.
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.