Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- reCAPTCHA V3 for Jetpack currently ranks #9478 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #9466, first reached on Oct 26, 2026.
- Active installs grew from 300+ when we started tracking it in July 2026 to 400+ today — it crossed the 400+ mark around September 2026.
- It is averaging 37 downloads/day over the last 30 days, up 48% versus the month before (25/day).
- The latest release, v1.26, shipped on Oct 26, 2026 (3 days ago) — release #21 since the plugin joined the directory in 2025.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-28 | #9478 |
| 2026-09-30 | #9795 |
| 2026-08-31 | #10049 |
| 2026-07-31 | #10340 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-28 | 400 |
| 2026-09-30 | 400 |
| 2026-08-31 | 300 |
| 2026-07-31 | 300 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-28 | 40 |
| 2026-09-30 | 265 |
| 2026-08-31 | 23 |
| 2026-07-31 | 6 |
| 2026-06-30 | 10 |
| 2026-05-31 | 1 |
| 2026-04-30 | 8 |
| 2026-03-31 | 8 |
| 2026-02-28 | 1 |
| 2026-01-30 | 5 |
| 2025-12-31 | 7 |
| 2025-11-30 | 5 |
| 2025-10-31 | 3 |
| 2025-09-30 | 9 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Schwarttzy |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.26 |
| Versions released | 21 |
| Last updated | 2026-10-26 |
| Added to directory | 2025-05-27 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.0+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Adds Google reCAPTCHA v3 to Jetpack contact forms, comments, and WooCommerce registration to prevent spam, with stats and spam folder handling.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use reCAPTCHA V3 for Jetpack?
WordPress.org reports 400+ active installs.
How popular is reCAPTCHA V3 for Jetpack?
As of October 28, 2026, reCAPTCHA V3 for Jetpack ranks #9478 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #9466.
When was reCAPTCHA V3 for Jetpack last updated?
reCAPTCHA V3 for Jetpack was last updated on October 26, 2026 (version 1.26). It has shipped 21 releases in total.
Who makes reCAPTCHA V3 for Jetpack?
reCAPTCHA V3 for Jetpack is developed by Schwarttzy. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in May 2025.
