OSOLCaptcha 
Version
1.0.6(J 1.5 &1.6) ;V2(AJAX) Beta for (J1.5 & 2.5) (last update on May 2, 2012)
Rating
Compatibility
Votes
Favoured
68
License
GPLv2 or later
Non-Commercial
Type
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126171
Date Added
11 March 2010
Just have to follow 3 steps.
1.install the plugin
2.publish the plugin .
3.Check the 5 forms(mentioned above).
Though not required in most cases,we reccomend to go to admin page of the plugin and do the 2 addtional steps to enhance security against spam attacks ,they are
1.Set 'yes' for 'Enable second level security for Core forms' after making sure the captcha appears in all the above mentioned forms.(not needed from version 2.0 onwards)
If captcha doesnt appear in any of those forms(this will be due to template overrrides ),set 'No' to auto add feature for that particular form (otherwise that form wont work after enabling second level security check)
OR
Use the php block (mentioned in the documentation page )in the overridden template file of the form to have the captcha controls appear there
2.Further there is a layer of backend spam protection with the help of botscout api which could prevent even human spams to an extend.We reccomend you to enable this as well.
Can also be included with other joomla forms by putting the PHP block shown in the download page(this is different from version 2.0 onwards).For this you need to loacte the file that contains the html of the form.It is recommeded that this be done by coders or with their help though installing and publishing the plugin could be done by anyone(which in turn will add the captchs to the 3 forms mentioned above)
Currently there are 2 limitations for this plugin
1.If the html part is customized for com_user,mod_login or com_contact,it may not work.Since this is aimed for non techy joomla users it wont affect them as they dont edit any files
2.Enabling auto add for mod_login(not available from version 2.0 onwards) is subject to conditions and is disabled by default.if you enable it, make sure that it is in a unique position ,position must be any of these('left','right','top','user2','user3') .The position occupied by mod_login should not contain any other modules
I have included a link to the download page of this plugin with the captcha image.You are free to remove it,though I will be happy to have that link with the captcha image :)
This is my first extension to JED.Any suggestions and help on improving this plugin will be much appreciated
PS:Please check the technical requirements section and FAQs section in the download page of the plugin,first if you are having any issues with the plugin
AJAX verification introduced in version 2.0 beta so that form data is not lost on submission due to wrong captcha value.Coders/developrs are requested to check this and mail feedback
Feel free to post your doubts,suggestions,reccomendations and any issues with this plugin thorugh contact us form in my site
An excellent plugin that was simple to install and configure. I had a small issue and received immediate and helpful support - thanks.
Works really like a charm. Download, install, check paramters. Was done in a few minutes. Big thanks to the developer.
A Captcha is a MUST in my view. With my new Joomla/Virtuemart site hardly known to anybody, I received spam pretty soon. Came in all via the CONTACT form.
A Captcha is a MUST in my view. With my new Joomla/Virtuemart site hardly known to anybody, I received spam pretty soon. Came in all via the CONTACT form.
I needed this for the Joomla 1.5 CONTACT feature since I was getting spam.
This PLUGIN met my needs and thank you so much for making it so easy (and available).
My Joomla 1.5. site allows for EN, SP, PT, FR translations... this PLUGIN changes to these languages automatically without me having to tweak anything. The layout of the Captcha instructions looks sloppy in PT and SP, but EN and FR its perfect.
Thanks again so much!
This PLUGIN met my needs and thank you so much for making it so easy (and available).
My Joomla 1.5. site allows for EN, SP, PT, FR translations... this PLUGIN changes to these languages automatically without me having to tweak anything. The layout of the Captcha instructions looks sloppy in PT and SP, but EN and FR its perfect.
Thanks again so much!
Owner's reply
Thanks for the review.All languages except english are contributions from users like you.If you want to change the texts, steps to change the texts in any language is mentioned in the Changing texts section http://www.outsource-online.net/osol-captcha-for-joomla.html#changeTexts
I installed this plugin a few days ago. Very easy to do. Then I found a problem with the text layout. I reported it and got a very quick response via personal email. It took a couple of tries, but the issue was finally solved by installing an upgraded php file. I was impressed by the individual, prompt attention. Also, I have had no spam (so far) since installation. A good, simple program that does what it says it will. Can't ask for more from a free program!
This plugin works like a charm!
easy to integrate on several different combinations; im using it on non standard joomla login and also on virtuemart login and works with no problem.
support is fantastic, always trying too help on dificulties.
an advice: before install deactivate SEF, install the plugin, test, and if it´s all ok then reactivate SEF.
may thanks keep up the geed work.
jsarmento
easy to integrate on several different combinations; im using it on non standard joomla login and also on virtuemart login and works with no problem.
support is fantastic, always trying too help on dificulties.
an advice: before install deactivate SEF, install the plugin, test, and if it´s all ok then reactivate SEF.
may thanks keep up the geed work.
jsarmento
It is a great product and very easy to install and use. Had some initial issues - however the support I received was excellent and I highly recommend everyone to try it. Thanks for the great support sree. Keep up the good work.
This Captcha works out of the box, IF you have PHPversion 5, BUT if you write to the support they will help you though you only have a version 4. And they help you very fast. OSOLCaptcha works on a Joomla in safe mode too. Look no further even if you are a newbie, Sree will carry you all the way.
I, too have tried numerous captcha plug ins/components and there was always an issue with them: Installation woes, browser issues, poor documentation - just plain didn't work! OSOLCaptcha worked perfectly on the Joomla contact forms instantly without having to hack any code. This plug in will especially be good for newbies. Bravo!
Thanks man. This works. no Fuss
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