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CAPTCHA

December 9, 2022

by Alyssa Towns / December 9, 2022

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What is CAPTCHA?

What is CAPTCHA?

A captcha is a security measure used in online forms or websites to distinguish between human users and automated bots. It typically involves presenting users with a challenge, such as typing distorted characters or selecting images, to verify their identity. Captchas help prevent spam, fraud, and unauthorized access to online services by ensuring that only genuine users can proceed.

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Alyssa Towns

Alyssa Towns works in communications and change management and is a freelance writer for G2. She mainly writes SaaS, productivity, and career-adjacent content. In her spare time, Alyssa is either enjoying a new restaurant with her husband, playing with her Bengal cats Yeti and Yowie, adventuring outdoors, or reading a book from her TBR list.