Spam bots are like unwanted guests — they turn up, ruin the party, and eat all the cookies (quite literally). If you’re using Elementor Forms and do not wish those unwanted robots ruining the party, then adding Google reCAPTCHA is your best option.
In this article, you’ll learn how to integrate Google reCAPTCHA v3 or v2 into your Elementor forms.
Step 1: Register Your Site with Google reCAPTCHA
- Go to Google reCAPTCHA Admin Console.
- Sign in with your Google account.
- Provide a label (e.g., “My Website”).
- Choose your reCAPTCHA type:
- v2 (“I’m not a robot” checkbox) – user visible.
- v3 (invisible, works in the background) – no user interaction.
- Enter your domain name (e.g.,
example.com). - Accept the terms and click Submit.
You’ll receive:
- Site Key
- Secret Key
Step 2: Add Your Keys to Elementor
- Go to your WordPress Dashboard.
- Navigate to:
Elementor → Settings → Integrations - Scroll to the reCAPTCHA section:
- For reCAPTCHA v3: Paste and copy the Site Key and Secret Key into the v3 field.
- For reCAPTCHA v2: Use the v2 field instead.
- Click Save Changes.
Step 3: Add reCAPTCHA to Your Form
- Edit your page with Elementor.
- Add or choose an existing Form widget.
- In the Form settings, click + Add Item.
- Choose the Type as
reCAPTCHA. - Choose:
- v3 if invisible protection is your preference.
- v2 if you want the “I’m not a robot” checkbox.
- (Optional) Rename the label to “Bot Check” for clarity.
Step 4: Test Your Form
When saved:
- Visit your page as a regular user.
- Fill out the form.
- Submit and verify that:
- The form does not submit without reCAPTCHA verification.
- You don’t receive weird error messages.
If it’s not working, double-check your keys in Elementor → Settings → Integrations.
Common Questions
Q: Can I use reCAPTCHA on more than one form?
A: Yes, after you’ve set it up globally, just add the reCAPTCHA field to any form you require.
Q: Does reCAPTCHA slow my site down?
A: Barely at all. v3 is especially light and runs quietly in the background.
Q: What if I’m an Elementor Pro user?
A: Awesome! This guide presumes Elementor Pro as the Form widget is a Pro feature.
Final Thoughts
reCAPTCHA secures your forms, keeps your inbox spam-free, and your vibe chill. It’s easy to add with high impact.
Still applying plain forms with no spam protection? It’s like leaving your front door unlocked with a sign reading “Come on in, bots!”