How can I prevent the influx of Spam emails originating from 'Eric Jones' through Webflow forms, and potentially notify the Webflow community about this issue?
TL;DR
- Enable reCAPTCHA v2 in Webflow form settings using Google reCAPTCHA keys.
- Keep default honeypot fields active to trap bots.
- Use tools like Zapier or Gmail filters to detect and block spam submissions.
- Consider switching to advanced form services like Formspree or Basin for better spam protection.
- Report the spam issue to the Webflow Forum or Support to raise awareness and request improvements.
Spam submissions from 'Eric Jones' are a common issue affecting many Webflow form users. To address this, you can take technical steps to reduce spam and also contribute to community awareness.
1. Enable Webflow's Built-In Form Spam Protection
- Webflow forms include reCAPTCHA support, but it must be manually enabled.
- Go to Project Settings > Forms, and enable reCAPTCHA v2.
- You’ll need a Google reCAPTCHA site key and secret key (create one at Google reCAPTCHA Admin Console).
- Once keys are added, form elements in your site will be protected against most bots, including those used by spammers like “Eric Jones.”
2. Add Hidden Honeypot Fields
- Webflow automatically includes a honeypot field in their forms.
- Do not disable or remove default hidden fields—they help trap bots.
- This method filters out bots that auto-complete all fields, including hidden ones.
3. Block Known Problematic Emails via Custom Code or Integrations
- Use third-party services like Zapier, Make (Integromat), or Form-to-email filters (e.g., via Gmail filters or Google Sheets workflows) to:
- Detect keywords like "Eric Jones"
- Auto-delete or flag these entries
- You can also route form submissions to a CMS collection or external service and filter from there if needed.
4. Use a More Advanced Form Handling Tool
- Consider using external form managers such as:
- Formspree
- Formspark
- Basin
- These services offer more robust spam protection and filtering options compared to Webflow’s built-in forms.
5. Notify the Webflow Community
- Go to the Webflow Forum at forum.webflow.com and:
- Post in the Feedback or Bugs section describing the spam issue from "Eric Jones"
- Include steps you've taken and request improvements or community advice
- You can also report via Webflow Support if you have a paid account, to register the spam trend formally.
Summary
To block spam emails from “Eric Jones,” enable reCAPTCHA v2, use default honeypot fields, filter submissions using Zapier or third-party forms, and notify the Webflow community via the Forum or Support. These steps significantly reduce spam and help others facing the same issue.