How do I configure IvyForms after installation?
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Once IvyForms is installed and activated, you can configure its main options directly from your WordPress dashboard.
At this stage (Beta version), IvyForms includes two configuration areas — General settings and reCAPTCHA settings — both focused on accessibility and security.
Where can I find the settings in IvyForms?
You can access all plugin settings by navigating to:
WordPress Dashboard → IvyForms → Settings
From here, you’ll see two available tabs:
- General — accessibility and layout options.
- reCAPTCHA — spam protection and language preferences.
How can I enable WCAG-compliant layout?
Under the General tab, you’ll find a toggle labeled WCAG-compliant backend layout. When enabled, this feature ensures that the plugin’s interface follows WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards, improving usability for screen readers and keyboard navigation.
This option is particularly recommended for users who want to maintain accessibility standards in the WordPress admin area.
How do I enable Google reCAPTCHA in IvyForms?
IvyForms allows you to protect your forms from spam and automated submissions using Google reCAPTCHA. To enable it, open the reCAPTCHA tab within the settings page and follow these steps:
- Select your preferred reCAPTCHA version:
- reCAPTCHA v2 — the classic “I’m not a robot” checkbox.
- reCAPTCHA v2 Invisible — automatically verifies users in the background.
- reCAPTCHA v3 — score-based protection with minimal user interaction.
- Enter your Site Key and Secret Key in the provided fields.
- Set your preferred reCAPTCHA language at the bottom of the page.
- Click Save Changes to apply the settings.
Some languages in the dropdown are marked with an asterisk (*).
The asterisk indicates that the audio challenge is only available within the Checkbox widget.
You can find the full list of supported languages in the official Google reCAPTCHA language documentation.
You can generate the required keys from the official Google reCAPTCHA Admin Console.
What happens after I configure these options?
Once saved, IvyForms will automatically apply your accessibility and spam-protection preferences globally. All forms created afterward will inherit these settings without additional configuration required for each form.
What’s next?
That’s all for now! More configuration options and integrations will be added in upcoming versions of IvyForms. For now, you can continue by creating your first form using the drag-and-drop builder.