Arif Rahman

binarydevs

<h4>WordPress Contact Form Builder Plugin</h4>
GenForm is a modern, lightweight WordPress form builder that lets you create beautiful, responsive forms in minutes — with an intuitive drag-and-drop interface.
Whether you need a simple contact form, event RSVP, job application, booking request, or lead-generation form, GenForm gives you everything you need right out of the box.
<h4>Why Choose GenForm Over Other Form Plugins?</h4>
Most WordPress form plugins overwhelm you with heavy page loads or confusing dashboards. GenForm takes a different approach:
Feature-Packed — 13 field types (including Section Break), 16+ templates, entry management, email notifications, CSV export, inline validation, dark mode, and more — all included. 
Lightweight & Fast — CSS and JavaScript only load on pages that actually contain a form. Zero overhead on every other page. 
Privacy First — All submissions are stored in your own WordPress database. Nothing is sent to any external server. 
Secure by Default — Built-in honeypot spam protection, IP rate limiting, nonce verification, and full input sanitization from day one. 
No Learning Curve — If you can drag and drop, you can build a form. It’s that simple.
<h4>Drag & Drop Form Builder</h4>
Build any form visually — no code, no complexity.
<ul>
<li>Drag fields from the sidebar onto the canvas and reorder them in real time.</li>
<li>13 field types: Text, Email, Textarea, Number, Select, Radio, Checkbox, Date, URL, Phone, Hidden, Password, and Section Break.</li>
<li>Customize every field: label, placeholder, help text, required toggle, CSS class, and column width.</li>
<li>6 column-width options (25%, 33%, 50%, 67%, 75%, 100%) to create multi-column layouts.</li>
<li>Section Break field — add titled dividers with an optional description to group related fields into named sections.</li>
<li>Clone any field with its full configuration in one click.</li>
<li>Type-specific controls: textarea rows, number min/max/step values, and text min/max character limits.</li>
<li>Default values and multi-option management for Select, Radio, and Checkbox fields.</li>
<li>Inline field validation — real-time per-field error messages appear on blur for required, email, URL, phone, number, and character-length rules.</li>
<li>URL parameter prefill — populate fields from URL query strings for landing-page and CRM flows.</li>
<li>Dark mode — forms adapt automatically to the visitor’s OS dark mode preference.</li>
</ul>
<h4>16+ Ready-Made Form Templates</h4>
Skip the blank canvas and start with a professionally designed template. GenForm ships with 16+ templates across 7 categories — just pick one, customize the text, and publish.
<ul>
<li>General — Simple Contact, Event RSVP, Volunteer Signup.</li>
<li>Business — Support Ticket, Job Application, Request a Quote, Bug Report.</li>
<li>Booking — Restaurant Reservation, Appointment Booking, Hotel Reservation.</li>
<li>Marketing — Newsletter Signup, Lead Generation, Event Registration.</li>
<li>Feedback — Customer Feedback.</li>
<li>Education — Course Enrollment.</li>
<li>Healthcare — Patient Intake.</li>
</ul>
Each template comes pre-configured with the right fields, sensible validation, and polished submit-button layout.
<h4>Smart Entry Management</h4>
Every form submission is captured, organized, and easy to act on — all inside your WordPress dashboard.
<ul>
<li>Familiar list-table interface — search, filter by form, and switch between All / Unread / Trash views.</li>
<li>Star important entries — flag submissions you want to follow up on.</li>
<li>Quick-View popup — scan an entry without leaving the list.</li>
<li>Dedicated detail page — see full submission data alongside metadata like IP address, browser, operating system, and source page URL.</li>
<li>Unread badge indicator — entries auto-mark as “read” when viewed.</li>
<li>Bulk actions: Mark Read, Mark Unread, Trash, Restore, Delete Permanently.</li>
<li>One-click CSV export — per form or all entries combined, with Excel-compatible formatting.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Email Notifications</h4>
Get notified instantly every time someone submits a form — and automatically send a confirmation to the submitter.
<ul>
<li>Automatic admin notification email on every new submission.</li>
<li>Confirmation email to the submitter — configure subject, body, and which field holds their email address, all per form.</li>
<li>Dynamic template tags: <code>{form_name}</code>, <code>{entry_id}</code>, <code>{admin_email}</code>, <code>{site_title}</code>, <code>{all_fields}</code>, and per-field <code>{field_*}</code> tags.</li>
<li>Customizable subject line, email body, sender name, sender email, and reply-to address — all configurable per form.</li>
<li>Global sender identity defaults in Settings — set it once, apply everywhere.</li>
<li>Clean HTML emails with structured data tables.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Anti-Spam Protection</h4>
Keep spam out without annoying your visitors.
<ul>
<li>Honeypot field — a hidden input that bots fill in but real users never see. Any flagged submission is silently rejected.</li>
<li>IP rate limiting — each IP address is capped at 5 submissions per minute. Excessive attempts get a “please try again later” message.</li>
<li>Google reCAPTCHA v2 — add your site key and secret in Settings, then enable reCAPTCHA per form with a single checkbox.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Form Import & Export</h4>
Move forms between sites without losing a single field.
<ul>
<li>Export any form as JSON — one click from the All Forms page.</li>
<li>Import a JSON file — upload a previously exported form from any GenForm install to recreate it instantly.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Embed Anywhere — Gutenberg, Shortcode & Page Builders</h4>
<ul>
<li>Gutenberg Block — add the “GenForm” block and pick your form from the sidebar.</li>
<li>Shortcode — <code>[genform id="X"]</code> works in Classic Editor, text widgets, and any page builder (Elementor, Divi, Beaver Builder, etc.).</li>
<li>Per-form typography: choose your font size (12–24 px) and font weight (300–700).</li>
<li>Customizable submit button: text content and alignment (left, center, right, full-width).</li>
<li>Post-submission behavior: show a success message or redirect to a custom URL.</li>
<li>Enable / disable forms — toggle any form on or off without deleting it.</li>
</ul>
<h4>GDPR & Privacy Compliance</h4>
<ul>
<li>Per-form GDPR consent checkbox with fully customizable text.</li>
<li>Consent is validated on both the browser and the server — visitors cannot bypass it.</li>
<li>All data stays in your WordPress database — nothing is sent to third-party servers.</li>
<li>Clean uninstall removes all plugin data when you delete GenForm.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Live Form Preview</h4>
Preview any saved form exactly as your visitors will see it — directly from the builder or the All Forms page. Preview mode disables submissions so you can review the design without creating test entries.
<h4>Beautiful Admin Dashboard</h4>
<ul>
<li>Modern admin interface with a clean, card-based layout.</li>
<li>Dashboard widget — see total forms, total entries, and the 5 most recent submissions at a glance.</li>
<li>Admin Bar shortcuts — quick links to All Forms and Entries from any admin page.</li>
<li>Tabbed form builder: Fields → Settings → Notifications — everything in one place.</li>
<li>Global Settings page: brand accent color, default email identity, reCAPTCHA keys, and asset optimization toggle.</li>
<li>Form duplication, JSON export, and one-click shortcode copy on the All Forms page.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Works With Your Favorite Tools</h4>
GenForm integrates seamlessly with your WordPress setup:
<ul>
<li>Gutenberg — dedicated block with form picker.</li>
<li>Classic Editor — embed via shortcode.</li>
<li>Elementor, Divi, Beaver Builder — paste the shortcode in any text/shortcode widget.</li>
<li>Any Theme — outputs clean, semantic HTML that inherits your theme’s styles.</li>
<li>Multisite Compatible — works on WordPress multisite installs.</li>
</ul>

GenForm – Drag & Drop Form Builder

The lightweight drag-and-drop form builder for WordPress. Create contact forms, feedback forms, bookings, and more — no coding required.

Pravin R. Sonawane

mitaluplers

Ravikumar Patel

Ravi Shah

Sony Merlin

harshalmavlers

hardikkotak

Connect2Form is a comprehensive WordPress form builder plugin that enables users to create custom contact forms with advanced features. Built with security, accessibility, and performance as core principles, it provides a solid foundation for form management with extensibility through addon plugins for CRM and email marketing integrations.
🚀 Core Features:
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Drag & Drop Form Builder – Intuitive visual interface with live preview and real-time editing
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15+ Field Types – Text, email, file upload, date picker, select, radio, checkbox, textarea, number, URL, phone, consent, and more
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Conditional Logic – Show/hide fields based on user input with advanced rule conditions
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Email Notifications – Multiple customizable email templates with merge tags and HTML/plain text support
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Auto-Responder – Automatic reply emails to form submitters with customizable templates
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File Upload Support – Secure file handling with type validation, size limits, and virus scanning capability
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Mobile Responsive – Perfect display and functionality on all devices and screen sizes
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Multi-language Support – Full internationalization with RTL language support
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</ul>
🔒 Security Features:
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CSRF Protection – Enhanced nonce verification with expiration
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Input Sanitization – Comprehensive validation for all field types
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File Upload Security – Type/size validation with virus scanning capability
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Rate Limiting – Configurable per-IP submission limits
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SQL Injection Prevention – Prepared statements and parameterized queries
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XSS Protection – Output escaping and content sanitization
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Honeypot Spam Detection – Hidden fields to catch automated submissions
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reCAPTCHA Integration – v2 Checkbox, v2 Invisible, and v3 with score thresholds
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Akismet Integration – Optional spam detection using Akismet service
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IP Blocking – Block suspicious IPs and user agents
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Security Headers – CSP, X-Frame-Options, and other security headers
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</ul>
♿ Accessibility Features:
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WCAG 2.1 AA Compliant – Full compliance with accessibility standards
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Screen Reader Support – ARIA labels, descriptions, and semantic markup
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Keyboard Navigation – Complete keyboard accessibility throughout forms
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High Contrast Mode – Support for high contrast display modes
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Focus Management – Proper focus indication and management
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Skip Links – Navigation aids for screen reader users
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Semantic HTML – Proper HTML structure for assistive technologies
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</ul>
📊 Performance Features:
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Database Query Caching – Cached queries with configurable expiration
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Asset Optimization – Conditional loading and optimization
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Lazy Loading – Heavy components loaded on demand
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Memory Management – Automatic cleanup and memory optimization
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Daily Cleanup Routines – Automatic cleanup of temporary data
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CDN Support – Static asset delivery optimization
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Database Optimization – Regular maintenance and optimization
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</ul>
🔗 Integration & Extensibility:
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Addon System – Modular architecture for extending functionality
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CRM Integrations – Available through Connect2Form Integrations addon
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Email Marketing – Mailchimp, HubSpot, and other service integrations
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Webhook Support – Available through addon plugins
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REST API – Full REST API for external integrations
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Developer Hooks – 50+ action and filter hooks for customization
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Custom Field Types – Support for custom field development
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Third-party Integrations – Easy integration with external services
</li>
</ul>
🛠️ Developer Features:
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50+ Action & Filter Hooks – Extensive customization capabilities
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Custom Field Type Support – Create custom field types
</li>
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REST API Endpoints – Full API for external integrations
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Extensive Documentation – Comprehensive developer documentation
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WordPress Coding Standards – Follows WordPress best practices
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PHPDoc Comments – Complete code documentation
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Modular Architecture – Clean, maintainable code structure
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Unit Test Coverage – Comprehensive testing framework
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</ul>
📋 Field Types Available:
<ul>
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Text Fields – Single line text input with validation
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Email Fields – Email validation with domain checking
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Textarea – Multi-line text input with configurable rows
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Number Fields – Numeric input with min/max validation
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Date Fields – Date picker with format validation
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Phone Fields – Phone number input with format validation
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URL Fields – URL validation and formatting
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Select Dropdowns – Single selection with custom options
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Radio Buttons – Single selection with custom options
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Checkboxes – Multiple selection with custom options
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File Upload – Secure file upload with validation
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Consent Fields – GDPR-compliant consent management
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Hidden Fields – Hidden data fields
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HTML Fields – Custom HTML content
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reCAPTCHA – Spam protection integration
</li>
</ul>
📧 Email Features:
<ul>
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Multiple Notifications – Send to multiple recipients
</li>
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Custom Templates – Professional HTML and plain text templates
</li>
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Merge Tags – Dynamic content insertion from form data
</li>
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Auto-Responder – Automatic replies to form submitters
</li>
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Email Formatting – HTML and plain text options
</li>
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Attachment Support – Include uploaded files in emails
</li>
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CC/BCC Support – Carbon copy and blind carbon copy
</li>
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Reply-To Configuration – Custom reply-to addresses
</li>
</ul>
🔧 Admin Features:
<ul>
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Form Management – Create, edit, duplicate, and delete forms
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Submission Management – View, export, and manage form entries
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Bulk Operations – Bulk delete, export, and manage submissions
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Settings Management – Comprehensive settings for all features
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Import/Export – Form and submission data portability
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System Health – Monitor plugin performance and health
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Maintenance Tools – Database cleanup and optimization
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User Permissions – Role-based access control
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</ul>
<h3>Third-Party Libraries & Resources</h3>
Connect2Form uses the following third-party libraries and resources to provide enhanced functionality:
JavaScript Libraries:
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Datepicker v1.0.20 – Date picker functionality
<ul>
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Source: https://github.com/fengyuanchen/datepicker
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License: MIT License
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Used for: Date field input enhancement
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Human-readable source: Available in GitHub repository
</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
External Services (Optional):
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Google reCAPTCHA – Spam protection service
<ul>
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Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
</li>
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Terms: https://policies.google.com/terms
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Data sent: Form submission data for validation only
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</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Addon Integrations (Separate Plugin):
<ul>
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Connect2Form Integrations – Separate addon plugin for CRM and email marketing
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Provides: Mailchimp, HubSpot, and other service integrations
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Repository: Available as separate plugin download
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Dependency: Requires Connect2Form core plugin
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</ul>
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</ul>
Build Tools & Development:
All JavaScript and CSS files in this plugin are human-readable and unminified except where noted. The plugin does not use build tools like webpack, gulp, or npm for distribution.
Source Code Availability:
<ul>
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Plugin Source: https://github.com/connect2form/connect2form-advanced-contact-form-builder-with-marketing-tools
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Documentation: https://connect2form.com/
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Issue Tracker: https://github.com/connect2form/connect2form-advanced-contact-form-builder-with-marketing-tools/issues
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Contribution Guide: https://github.com/connect2form/connect2form-advanced-contact-form-builder-with-marketing-tools/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md
</li>
</ul>
Minified Files:
<ul>
<li><code>assets/js/datepicker.min.js</code> – Third-party library (source link provided above)</li>
</ul>
All other JavaScript and CSS files are unminified and human-readable for easy inspection and modification.
<h3>External Services</h3>
This plugin connects to external third-party services to provide optional integration functionality. These connections are only established when specifically configured by the user and are completely optional.
MailChimp API Integration (Optional – Built-in)
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Service: MailChimp email marketing platform (mailchimp.com)
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Purpose: To automatically add form submissions to your MailChimp email lists for newsletter and marketing purposes
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Data Sent: Email addresses and any other form fields you choose to map (name, phone, etc.)
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When: Only when a form is submitted AND MailChimp integration is configured in form settings
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Data Location: Data is sent to MailChimp servers based on your account region (e.g., us1.api.mailchimp.com/3.0/lists/{list_id}/members)
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API Endpoint: https://{datacenter}.api.mailchimp.com/3.0/lists/{list_id}/members
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Privacy Policy: https://mailchimp.com/legal/privacy/
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Terms of Service: https://mailchimp.com/legal/terms/
</li>
</ul>
HubSpot CRM Integration (Optional – Built-in)
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Service: HubSpot CRM platform (hubspot.com)
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Purpose: To create or update contact records in your HubSpot CRM from form submissions
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Data Sent: Contact information from form fields including email, name, phone, company details, and custom fields
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When: Only when a form is submitted AND HubSpot integration is configured in form settings
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Data Location: Data is sent to HubSpot API servers (api.hubapi.com/crm/v3/objects/contacts)
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API Endpoint: https://api.hubapi.com/crm/v3/objects/contacts
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Privacy Policy: https://legal.hubspot.com/privacy-policy
</li>
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Terms of Service: https://legal.hubspot.com/terms-of-service
</li>
</ul>
Google reCAPTCHA Service (Optional)
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Service: Google reCAPTCHA spam protection (google.com)
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Purpose: To protect forms from spam and automated bot submissions
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Data Sent: User interaction data, IP address, and browser information for spam analysis
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When: Only when reCAPTCHA is enabled for a specific form
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Data Location: Data is processed by Google’s servers worldwide
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Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
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Terms of Service: https://policies.google.com/terms
</li>
</ul>
Technical Implementation Details:
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MailChimp Integration: Uses wp_remote_request() to POST data to MailChimp API v3.0 endpoints
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HubSpot Integration: Uses wp_remote_request() to POST contact data to HubSpot CRM API v3
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Data Format: All API calls send data in JSON format with proper authentication headers
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Error Handling: Failed API calls are logged but do not prevent form submission completion
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Data Retention: All data sent to external services is subject to their respective privacy policies
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User Control: Users can disable integrations at any time through form settings
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Data Minimization: Only necessary data is sent to external services as configured by the user
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</ul>
<h3>Support</h3>
For support, feature requests, and bug reports, please visit:
<ul>
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WordPress.org Support Forums: https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/connect2form-advanced-contact-form-builder-with-marketing-tools/
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GitHub Issues: https://github.com/connect2form/connect2form-advanced-contact-form-builder-with-marketing-tools/issues
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Documentation: https://connect2form.com/documentation/
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Developer Guide: Available in the plugin directory as <code>developer-guide.txt</code>
</li>
</ul>
<h3>Developer Information</h3>
Connect2Form is built with developers in mind and provides extensive customization options:
<ul>
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50+ Action & Filter Hooks for customization
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REST API for external integrations
</li>
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Custom Field Types support
</li>
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Modular Architecture for easy extension
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WordPress Coding Standards compliance
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Comprehensive Documentation with examples
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Developer Guide with detailed hook documentation
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</ul>
For detailed developer information, see the <code>developer-guide.txt</code> file included with the plugin.

Connect2Form – Advanced Contact Form Builder


This plugin is absolutely fantastic! After using Contact Form 7 for a while, I was looking for something more intuitive and feature-rich, and I’m so glad I found this plugin. It’s the best alternative I’ve come across, and I believe it’s going to be a go-to tool for many WordPress users moving forward.



The drag-and-drop form builder is incredibly easy to use, and the customization options are amazing. I love how seamlessly it integrates with my site, and the added features like CRM integrations, email notifications, and spam protection make it a top choice for anyone looking to streamline their form management.



If you're looking for a simple, yet powerful form builder that can handle complex requirements, this plugin is a must-have. I’m excited to see how it continues to evolve, and I highly recommend it to anyone who needs a reliable and user-friendly contact form plugin!


A Game-Changer and the Best Alternative to Contact Form 7

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