Challenge Modes
Control when and how SilentShield challenges users with three different modes.
suspicious (Default)
CAPTCHA is only shown when the behavior score indicates suspicious activity. This is the recommended mode for most websites — it provides strong protection while keeping the experience smooth for legitimate users.
always
CAPTCHA is shown on every request, regardless of the behavior score. Use this for high-security forms like login pages, payment forms, or password reset forms.
never
No CAPTCHA is ever shown. SilentShield still analyzes behavior and logs results, but takes no action. Use this as a monitor mode to analyze traffic before enabling protection.
Configure the challenge mode in your dashboard under API Keys → Security → Challenge Mode.