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hCaptcha logo

hCaptcha

🇺🇸US Company

by Intuition Machines

hCaptcha by Intuition Machines is a privacy-focused CAPTCHA solution that helps websites prevent bots while respecting user data. It enhances security and improves user experience simultaneously.

EU Alternatives to hCaptcha

2 privacy-focused, GDPR-compliant alternatives

Friendly Captcha logo

by Friendly Captcha

Friendly Captcha is a European solution designed to protect websites from bots while ensuring a seamless user experience. It replaces traditional CAPTCHA methods with a privacy-friendly approach that does not track users. The system uses cryptographic challenges to verify human interaction, enhancing security without compromising user privacy.

EU-BasedISO 27001SOC 2GDPR CompliantOpen SourceSelf-HostableEU-hosted
Migration:2-4 hours

Why switch?

  • Friendly Captcha is fully GDPR compliant, ensuring EU data protection.
  • All data processed on EU servers, reducing cross-border data risks.
  • Open source nature allows for community-driven security audits.

Consider

  • Migration may require significant time to integrate with existing systems.
  • Learning curve involved in adapting to Friendly Captcha's API.
mCaptcha logo

mCaptcha

🇪🇺

by mCaptcha

mCaptcha is a European-developed tool designed to enhance online security by preventing automated bot interactions on websites. It provides a user-friendly verification process that authenticates human users without compromising user experience. Ideal for businesses looking to safeguard their online platforms.

Open SourceEU-hosted
Migration:2-4 hours

Why switch?

  • mCaptcha servers are located in the EU, enhancing data sovereignty.
  • Full GDPR compliance ensures user data protection and legal adherence.
  • Open source nature allows for community audits and transparency.

Consider

  • Migration may require significant development resources and time.
  • mCaptcha's feature set may not match hCaptcha's specific offerings.

Why switch from hCaptcha?

US CLOUD Act

US authorities can access your data stored by US companies, even if stored in Europe.

Privacy Concerns

US companies may collect and use your data in ways not compliant with EU standards.

EU Alternatives

EU-based services must comply with GDPR, giving you stronger privacy protections.

Other Captcha & Bot Protection you might want to replace

Ready to switch to a privacy-focused alternative?

Protect your data by moving to an EU-based service. Our migration guides make switching easy.