Automattic / Automattic/jetpack

Contact Form: add Recaptcha

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[Block] Form [Feature] Forms [Pri] Low Customer Report [LEGACY] Enhancement New Feature Triaged
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Description

### What

I have seen multiple requests to add a reCaptcha to the form block.

### Why

Site managers are concerned about bots and automated submissions.

### How

The only current workaround is implementing a third-party plugin for this, meaning simple sites do not have the option. I've searched for open issues but haven't been able to find anything related to WP.com. Apologies in advance if this is a duplicate request.

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Research direction

The request concerns the contact form block, but no file or test is identified. Start by locating that block and its submission flow, then determine how CAPTCHA configuration and verification should fit; done means simple sites can protect form submissions without a third-party plugin.

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Assessment

Tech stack
php
Domain
security
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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