Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- hCaptcha for WP currently ranks #565 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #564, first reached on Aug 29, 2026.
- It is averaging 1,682 downloads/day over the last 30 days, up 95% versus the month before (864/day).
- The latest release, v5.2.0, shipped on Aug 6, 2026 (25 days ago) — release #110 since the plugin joined the directory in 2019.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | #565 |
| 2026-07-31 | #574 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | 70,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 70,000 |
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Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-29 | 296 |
| 2026-07-31 | 609 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | hcaptcha |
|---|---|
| Current version | 5.2.0 |
| Versions released | 110 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-06 |
| Added to directory | 2019-05-02 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
The strongest CAPTCHA. Switch from reCAPTCHA and Turnstile for free. Works with 60+ integrations: Contact Form 7, Elementor, WooCommerce, Divi, etc.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use hCaptcha for WP?
WordPress.org reports 70K+ active installs.
How popular is hCaptcha for WP?
As of August 31, 2026, hCaptcha for WP ranks #565 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #564.
When was hCaptcha for WP last updated?
hCaptcha for WP was last updated on August 6, 2026 (version 5.2.0). It has shipped 110 releases in total.
Who makes hCaptcha for WP?
hCaptcha for WP is developed by hcaptcha. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in May 2019.
