Spam is a common issue for websites with forms and newsletters. Here's how to protect your site effectively:

Why Forms Get Spam

Spambots automatically scan the internet for forms, email addresses, and forums to distribute unwanted content. Any website with forms is potentially vulnerable to spam attacks.

Common Signs of Form Spam:

• Random characters in subject lines
• Fake payment request links
• Unknown sender names and email addresses

Effective Prevention Methods

1. Google reCAPTCHA

• Invisible tool that distinguishes humans from bots
• Works with forms, newsletters, promotional pop-ups, and waitlists
• Shows a verification logo at form submission

2. Confirmation Emails

• Requires subscribers to verify their email address
• Available for both Squarespace and Mailchimp
• Prevents automated bot submissions

Handling Suspicious Submissions

When receiving form submissions:

• Check for warning flags at the top of emails
• Avoid clicking suspicious links
• Don't contact unknown senders
• Report spam through the provided reporting tools

Using Email Storage Options

Squarespace:

• Submissions sent from [email protected]
• Built-in spam detection system
• Option to report false positives/negatives

Mailchimp:

• Automatic double opt-in feature
• Enhanced subscriber verification
• Built-in spam protection

While it's impossible to prevent all spam, combining these methods significantly reduces unwanted submissions and protects your website's forms and newsletters.

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