Friendly Captcha
A GDPR-compliant, accessible alternative to traditional CAPTCHAs that protects websites and apps from bots and spam without tracking users or requiring user interaction.
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Friendly Captcha is a modern, privacy-compliant bot protection solution that replaces traditional CAPTCHAs with an invisible, proof-of-work mechanism. It protects websites and applications from spam and abuse while respecting user privacy and accessibility standards.
Key Features
- Invisible CAPTCHA: Runs verification in the background without interrupting users
- Proof-of-Work Mechanism: Generates unique crypto puzzles for each device
- Privacy-First: GDPR, CCPA, and global privacy regulation compliant with zero cookies or tracking
- Accessibility: WCAG 2.2 AA certified for inclusive user experiences
- Enterprise Security: ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and DORA compliant
- Advanced Risk Detection: Identifies bots, VPNs, and suspicious activity patterns
- Global Infrastructure: Processes 2.6 billion interactions annually with 99.99% uptime
- Developer-Friendly: Easy integration with SDKs for multiple platforms
Tech / Self-Hosting
Friendly Captcha operates as a cloud service with no self-hosting option. The solution is built and maintained by a German company with European data protection standards. While the core service is cloud-based, developers can integrate it into any application using provided SDKs and APIs.