Squarespace reCAPTCHA Integration [Easy 2024 Guide]

Adding Google reCAPTCHA to your Squarespace site can enhance its security, effectively guarding against spam and automated abuse. This tool serves as a gatekeeper, challenging visitors to prove they are human before submitting forms. This is crucial for maintaining the integrity of your website.

Despite the continual evolution of web technologies, Google's reCAPTCHA has remained a constant in its functionality and integration into Squarespace's platform. Incorporating this feature into your site is a straightforward process that can protect your digital presence without compromising user experience.

Enhancing Squarespace Site Security with Google's reCAPTCHA

Activating Google's reCAPTCHA on Your Site

To start using Google's verification on your Squarespace website, you need to integrate it into the system's backend.

Locate the site's Settings menu, choose Advanced, and proceed to External API Keys.
In the Google reCAPTCHA Service area, select the link for Google reCAPTCHA API Keys.
This redirects you to the service's main page. From there, go to the Admin console at the top-right.
Opt for reCAPTCHA V2 (Checkbox) since V2 is compatible with Squarespace, unlike V3.
Add your Squarespace default domain, omitting any ** https** prefix, by clicking the addition symbol.
Repeat this for your custom domain(s) without the https prefix.
After submitting, note the provided Site Key and Secret Key.
Back on Squarespace, input these API Keys in the Google reCAPTCHA Service area under External API Keys and save the changes.

Implementing Google reCAPTCHA in Squarespace Forms

Once the service is enabled on your site, it's time to apply it to form elements.

Go to any form block present on your site.
Inside the form block editor, find and mark the Add Google Verification checkbox under Captcha.
Apply the changes.
Perform these steps for every form you wish to secure on your site.

Common Inquiries

Compatibility of reCAPTCHA Versions with Squarespace Forms

Squarespace forms support both reCAPTCHA v2 and v3. Users can choose:

reCAPTCHA v2: Visitors complete a challenge to submit the form.
reCAPTCHA v3: Monitors user interactions on the site to detect bots without intervention.

Common Reasons for reCAPTCHA Malfunction on Squarespace Websites

reCAPTCHA might not function correctly due to:

Incorrectly entered API keys.
Domain name discrepancies.
Conflicts with custom code or plugins.
Browser issues or outdated software.

Troubleshooting reCAPTCHA Problems on Squarespace Forms

When facing reCAPTCHA issues:

Verify API keys and domain settings with Google's reCAPTCHA service.
Check for conflicts with any custom code on your site.
Ensure your web browser is updated to the latest version.
Temporarily disable browser extensions to rule out interference.

Options to Implement CAPTCHA on Squarespace for Spam Prevention

Squarespace users can employ:

Built-in reCAPTCHA integration.
Custom code solutions, if proficient in programming.
Third-party services offering CAPTCHA implementations compatible with Squarespace.