Google ReCAPTCHA Pricing Update: What Website Owners Need to Know

Categories: Google Security

By Debra on December 19, 2024

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Google ReCAPTCHA, a widely used tool for protecting websites from bots and abuse, now operates under a tiered pricing model. Here’s a quick overview of the changes and how to set it up.

New Pricing Model

Google now offers a free tier for up to 10,000 assessments per month. Beyond this, usage incurs costs. For full pricing details, visit the ReCAPTCHA pricing page.

How to Set Up ReCAPTCHA Billing

Create a Google Cloud Account: Sign in at Google Cloud. New users must create an account.
Set Up Billing: Go to Billing Menu >> to Payment Method >> Add a credit card, even for free-tier usage, to verify identity and enable billing if needed.
Generate API Keys at: official Google ReCAPTCHA page.

Key Takeaways for Website Owners

Using ReCAPTCHA now requires a Google Cloud account and a credit card. While the free tier covers up to 10,000 assessments per month, high-traffic sites need to track usage to avoid unexpected charges.