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| 1 | === SureForms – Drag and Drop Form Builder for WordPress === |
| 2 | Contributors: brainstormforce |
| 3 | Tags: contact form, custom form, forms, contact form plugin, form builder |
| 4 | Requires at least: 6.4 |
| 5 | Tested up to: 6.8.1 |
| 6 | Requires PHP: 7.4 |
| 7 | Stable tag: 1.6.5 |
| 8 | License: GPLv2 or later |
| 9 | License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html |
| 10 | |
| 11 | SureForms: Transform your WordPress form-building experience with stunning designs, AI integration, and no-code flexibility. |
| 12 | |
| 13 | == Description == |
| 14 | |
| 15 | ### SUREFORMS – THE BEST NO-CODE FORM BUILDER |
| 16 | |
| 17 | #### CREATE BEAUTIFUL RESPONSIVE FORMS USING WORDPRESS WITHOUT CODING ⚡ |
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| 26 | [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLpnm4GdXks] |
| 27 | |
| 28 | Our mission at SureForms is to empower you to build beautiful forms without code. |
| 29 | |
| 30 | We're taking a fresh approach by harnessing the power of WordPress's native drag-and-drop interface. |
| 31 | |
| 32 | Our goal is to provide our customers with a seamless and intuitive form-building experience, eliminating the need to learn a whole new interface. |
| 33 | |
| 34 | We recognize the importance of good design and user experience, especially when it comes to forms. |
| 35 | |
| 36 | After all, the ultimate aim of most websites is to get those forms filled out. |
| 37 | |
| 38 | "Unfortunately, many website owners struggle to design forms that match the overall website aesthetics and user experience." |
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| 40 | <a href="https://bsf.io/sureforms-demo" target="_blank" rel="">Try the live demo of SureForms</a> |
| 41 | |
| 42 | SureForms addresses several pain points commonly experienced by website owners: |
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| 44 | - **Complex Form Building**: Form builders often have steep learning curves, convoluted interfaces, or limited customization options. SureForms aims to simplify the form-building process, providing a user-friendly interface and intuitive drag-and-drop functionality using WordPress's native block editor. |
| 45 | - **Design Limitations**: Designers face challenges in creating visually appealing forms. Form builders require designers to spend hours trying to figure out settings and options just to get the form look right. Or write custom CSS. SureForms eliminates these limitations by providing modern styling right out-of-the-box, allowing designers to create stunning forms that seamlessly integrate with their design vision. |
| 46 | - **Lack of Mobile Friendliness**: Building forms that are mobile-friendly can be a challenge. SureForms priorities mobile-first design, ensuring that forms created with the plugin are responsive, providing a positive user experience across different devices. |
| 47 | |
| 48 | In response to these pain points, we set out to create SureForms. Our goal is to provide a fresh and innovative form builder that leverages the power of native WordPress drag-and-drop builder, delivering a seamless and intuitive form-building experience. |
| 49 | |
| 50 | We want to empower website makers to effortlessly create stunning, modern-looking forms right out of the box, eliminating the need for extensive customization or reliance on external styling elements. |
| 51 | |
| 52 | That's why we're committed to delivering stunning, modern-looking forms right out of the box. Gone are the days of relying on themes for styling or spending endless hours tweaking settings and writing custom CSS. |
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| 54 | With SureForms, our customers can expect a delightful range of pre-made form styling that will make their forms look amazing from the very start. And if they want to infuse their personal touch, customizing the styling should be a breeze, whether it's through easy-to-use settings or diving into CSS. |
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| 56 | We're here to empower our customers to create forms that not only function flawlessly but also captivate their audience. Say goodbye to the mundane and hello to a whole new level of form-building experience. |
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| 58 | With SureForms, let's revolutionize the way people create and design forms for their websites. |
| 59 | |
| 60 | ### HOW IT WORKS ❓ |
| 61 | |
| 62 | From installation to creating your first form, SureForms is designed to be simple and intuitive. Here is how it works: |
| 63 | |
| 64 | #### Step 1. Install WordPress Plugin 🔌 |
| 65 | |
| 66 | From your WordPress dashboard, navigate to the Plugins menu and click on the “Add New” button. Search for the SureForms plugin, then click “Install Now” and “Activate”. |
| 67 | |
| 68 | #### Step 2. Build your Form ⚙️ |
| 69 | |
| 70 | Once the plugin is installed, you will be redirected to the SureForms dashboard page in your WordPress dashboard. There you will find a button to create a new form. Click it to build and customize your form using the SureForms interface to suit your requirements. |
| 71 | |
| 72 | #### Step 3. Embed your Form 📄 |
| 73 | |
| 74 | Once your form is ready, easily embed it on any page or post using the provided shortcode or block. |
| 75 | |
| 76 | ### SOME POWERFUL FEATURES OF SUREFORMS 💪 |
| 77 | |
| 78 | SureForms is packed with features that will help you create forms fast and save time. Below are some of the top features it offers: |
| 79 | |
| 80 | #### Native WordPress |
| 81 | |
| 82 | SureForms leverages the power of WordPress's native block editor, as its foundation. This integration provides a seamless and intuitive form-building experience for users familiar with the WordPress ecosystem. By utilizing drag-and-drop interface, SureForms eliminates the need to learn a separate form builder, saving time and simplifying the form creation process. |
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| 84 | #### Create Forms Effortlessly with AI |
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| 86 | SureForms empowers users to build custom forms effortlessly using AI. Whether you're creating simple contact forms or complex multi-step surveys, our AI engine intelligently guides you through the process, offering suggestions and optimizing form fields based on your needs. No need to worry about the details—AI does the heavy lifting, helping you craft forms that are functional, user-friendly, and tailored to your audience with just a few clicks. |
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| 88 | #### Here are a few examples of forms you can create with SureForms AI: |
| 89 | |
| 90 | - Contact Form |
| 91 | - Feedback / Survey Form |
| 92 | - Event RSVP Form |
| 93 | - Job Application Form |
| 94 | - Newsletter Form |
| 95 | - Support Form |
| 96 | |
| 97 | #### No-Code Flexibility |
| 98 | |
| 99 | SureForms caters to users who may not possess extensive coding knowledge. It offers a range of advanced form features, such as conditional logic, multi-step forms, dynamic data handling, and query parameters, all accessible through an intuitive, no-code interface. This empowers users of all levels to create sophisticated and interactive forms without the need for custom coding. |
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| 101 | #### Mobile-First |
| 102 | |
| 103 | SureForms recognizes the importance of mobile responsiveness. The forms created with SureForms are designed with a mobile-first approach, ensuring they look and function flawlessly on various devices. |
| 104 | |
| 105 | #### Instant Forms |
| 106 | |
| 107 | Publish forms instantly as a URL that can be easily shared across the web, via email, or social media. Make our forms available to anyone, anywhere. |
| 108 | |
| 109 | #### Multi-Column Layouts |
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| 111 | Arrange input fields into multiple columns to create a sleek and efficient form layout. This approach enhances the form's appearance, making it appear more condensed and visually appealing, thereby reducing the likelihood of users abandoning the form. Place input fields in multiple columns to customize the layout according to your preferences. |
| 112 | |
| 113 | #### Input Fields |
| 114 | |
| 115 | **SureForms comes with 15+ fields to build your form:** |
| 116 | |
| 117 | * Text Field |
| 118 | |
| 119 | * URL |
| 120 | * Textarea |
| 121 | * Multiple Choice |
| 122 | * Checkbox |
| 123 | * GDPR Agreement |
| 124 | * Number Field |
| 125 | * Phone Number |
| 126 | * Dropdown |
| 127 | * Address Field |
| 128 | * Custom Button |
| 129 | * Separator |
| 130 | * Heading |
| 131 | * Image |
| 132 | * Icon |
| 133 | |
| 134 | #### Inline Field Validation |
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| 136 | Real-time validation for form fields provides instant feedback to users if they enter incorrect or incomplete information. This ensures data accuracy and enhances the user experience. |
| 137 | |
| 138 | #### GDPR Compliance |
| 139 | |
| 140 | Ensure your forms are compliant with GDPR regulations to protect user data and privacy. |
| 141 | |
| 142 | #### Anti-Spam |
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| 144 | Anti-spam measures protect forms from unwanted submissions. Built-in spam protection ensures form submissions are genuine and reliable. Integrate with Google reCAPTCHA, providing an additional layer of security against spam and bots, ensuring the integrity of form submissions. Honeypot field to detect and prevent automated form submissions. This hidden field helps identify and block spam bots without requiring any user interaction. |
| 145 | |
| 146 | #### Confirmations |
| 147 | |
| 148 | Customize confirmation messages or redirections that are displayed to users after successful form submissions. Tailor these messages to provide personalized feedback or redirect respondents to specific pages. |
| 149 | |
| 150 | #### Email Notifications |
| 151 | |
| 152 | Configure customized email notifications triggered by form submissions. Specify recipients, email templates, and personalized messages to stay informed and automate communication. |
| 153 | |
| 154 | #### Form Entries |
| 155 | |
| 156 | Stores form entries securely to access and manage form submission data within the WordPress dashboard. Review, export, or perform actions on form entries as needed. |
| 157 | |
| 158 | #### Visual Data Reporting |
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| 160 | Analyze and gain insights from form submissions through interactive charts, graphs, and data visualizations. Take data-driven decisions. |
| 161 | |
| 162 | #### Developer-Friendly Customization |
| 163 | |
| 164 | For developers seeking advanced customization options, SureForms provides clean APIs, extensive hooks, and developer-friendly code. This allows developers to extend and integrate SureForms with other systems, plugins, or themes seamlessly. The plugin's code is designed to be accessible and well-structured, making it easy for developers to customize and tailor the forms to their specific requirements. |
| 165 | |
| 166 | ### WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM SUREFORMS? |
| 167 | |
| 168 | Any individual or organization that wants to create forms to gather information from their users can greatly benefit from using SureForms. |
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| 170 | 1. **Website Owners**: SureForms is aimed at individuals and businesses who manage their own websites. It provides an intuitive and user-friendly interface that empowers website owners to create beautiful and functional forms without requiring technical knowledge or coding skills. |
| 171 | 2. **Designers**: SureForms appeals to designers who value good design and want to create visually stunning forms. It offers customizable styling options to create forms that seamlessly integrate into the existing website design. |
| 172 | 3. **Developers**: SureForms understands the needs of developers and aims to provide a developer-friendly solution. Our plugin offers clean APIs, hooks for customization, and well-structured code, making it easy for developers to extend the functionality and integrate with other systems or plugins. Writing custom CSS is a breeze too. |
| 173 | 4. **No Code Professionals**: SureForms appeals to professionals who may not have coding skills but still require advanced form features. With capabilities such as conditional logic, multi-step forms, dynamic data handling, query parameters, and more, SureForms offers a comprehensive solution for building complex forms without the need for custom coding. |
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| 175 | There is no limit to the types of businesses and organizations that can benefit from using SureForms. |
| 176 | |
| 177 | ### SOME OF THE WORDPRESS THEMES & PLUGINS SUREFORMS SUPPORTS 🔗 |
| 178 | |
| 179 | #### SureForms works with any theme, including: |
| 180 | |
| 181 | * Astra |
| 182 | * Spectra One |
| 183 | * Blocksy |
| 184 | * Bricks Builder |
| 185 | * Flatsome |
| 186 | * GeneratePress |
| 187 | * Hestia |
| 188 | * Kadence |
| 189 | * Neve |
| 190 | |
| 191 | #### SureForms is compatible with all plugins, including: |
| 192 | |
| 193 | * Spectra |
| 194 | * Easy Digital Downloads |
| 195 | * FluentCRM |
| 196 | * GiveWP |
| 197 | * LearnDash |
| 198 | * LifterLMS |
| 199 | * MemberPress |
| 200 | * PrestoPlayer |
| 201 | * Restrict Content Pro |
| 202 | * SureCart |
| 203 | * SureMembers |
| 204 | * SureTriggers |
| 205 | * The Events Calendar |
| 206 | * TutorLMS |
| 207 | * Wishlist Member |
| 208 | * WooCommerce |
| 209 | * CartFlows |
| 210 | * Elementor Pro |
| 211 | * Beaver Builder |
| 212 | * Divi Builder |
| 213 | * Yoast SEO |
| 214 | * And many more |
| 215 | |
| 216 | ### BRANDING GUIDELINE |
| 217 | |
| 218 | #### SureForms® is a registered trademark. Please use the following format when mentioning SureForms anywhere: |
| 219 | |
| 220 | * SureForms [correct] |
| 221 | * Sure Forms [incorrect] |
| 222 | * Sureform [incorrect] |
| 223 | * Sureforms [incorrect] |
| 224 | * Sure forms [incorrect] |
| 225 | * SureForm [incorrect] |
| 226 | * Sure Form [incorrect] |
| 227 | |
| 228 | ### CONNECT WITH OUR TEAM AND COMMUNITY |
| 229 | |
| 230 | [Join our Facebook group community](https://www.facebook.com/groups/surecart): Learn the tricks and techniques that other SureForms users are using to grow their business. Also, get exciting insider information on upcoming feature releases. |
| 231 | |
| 232 | ### WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE PLUGIN? |
| 233 | |
| 234 | You may now contribute to the plugin on [GitHub](https://github.com/brainstormforce/sureforms-public) |
| 235 | |
| 236 | ### USE OF 3RD PARTY SERVICES |
| 237 | |
| 238 | To improve the user experience, SureForms may use the following 3rd party services if the required features are enabled: |
| 239 | |
| 240 | * **ipinfo** - is used to show User IP Info to Admin when IP Logging is turned on. [TOS](https://ipinfo.io/terms-of-service) and [Privacy Policy](https://ipinfo.io/privacy-policy) |
| 241 | * **Google Fonts** – are loaded to add additional fonts to your website. Google’s [TOS](https://policies.google.com/terms) and [Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy) |
| 242 | * **ipapi** – is used to auto detect the current user region for Phone Field [TOS](https://ipapi.co/terms/) and [Privacy Policy](https://ipapi.co/privacy/) |
| 243 | * **reCAPTCHA** – is used for spam prevention and to ensure that the submissions made through the form are done by real human users [TOS](https://policies.google.com/terms) and [Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy) |
| 244 | |
| 245 | == Installation == |
| 246 | |
| 247 | 1. Upload the SureForms folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory |
| 248 | 2. Activate the SureForms plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress |
| 249 | |
| 250 | |
| 251 | == Frequently Asked Questions == |
| 252 | |
| 253 | = Do I need coding skills to create forms using SureForms? = |
| 254 | No, you don’t need any coding skills to create forms with SureForms! SureForms offers a user-friendly interface and a visual block builder, allowing you to create forms by dragging and dropping the form fields. This means that you can create forms without having to write any code or have any technical expertise. |
| 255 | Whether you’re a small business owner, a freelancer, or just someone who wants to create beautiful responsive forms, SureForms makes it easy to create forms without any coding skills. |
| 256 | = What are the requirements to use SureForms? = |
| 257 | You only need to have the latest version of WordPress on your website, to begin with. SureForms is basically a plugin like any other WordPress plugin. Therefore, the latest WordPress installation along with a theme is enough to begin with. |
| 258 | = Can I use SureForms along with a Page Builder? = |
| 259 | SureForms needs the latest WordPress version. We have also made it compatible with all major page builders and therefore, it won’t interfere in their working. |
| 260 | = Will SureForms slow down my website? = |
| 261 | Absolutely not! SureForms is built with ease and performance in mind. Its module architecture and the clean code keep it lightweight and fast. Therefore, it will not affect your website speed and performance in any way. |
| 262 | = Can I use SureForms on client websites? = |
| 263 | Yes! You can certainly use SureForms on yours as well as your client’s websites. |
| 264 | = What more do I get with SureForms? = |
| 265 | When you use SureForms, you get an easy-to-use AI-powered form builder that can be used to build your forms fast. |
| 266 | |
| 267 | == Changelog == |
| 268 | = 1.6.4 - 14th May 2025 = |
| 269 | * New: Introduced Advanced Form Styling. |
| 270 | * Improvement: Updated Phone Number field to announce the country code only once for better accessibility. |
| 271 | * Fix: Resolved an issue where deselecting all options in the multi-choice block incorrectly retained the last selected value. |
| 272 | = 1.6.3 - 1st May 2025 = |
| 273 | * Improvement: Removed extra padding from embedded forms for cleaner layout. |
| 274 | * Fix: Fixed multiple choice block label styling and improved mobile responsiveness. |
| 275 | = 1.6.2 - 29th April 2025 = |
| 276 | * Improvement: Changed the value separator for Dropdown and Multiple Choice field from a comma (,) to a pipe (|) to fix selection and calculation issues. |
| 277 | * Fix: Fixed Cloudflare Turnstile compatibility with version 1.6.1. |
| 278 | |
| 279 | The full changelog is available [here](https://sureforms.com/whats-new/). |
| 280 | |
| 281 | == Upgrade Notice == |
| 282 | |
| 283 | = 0.0.13 = |
| 284 | From version 0.0.13 we're migrating to a custom database to enhance SureForms' performance and features. This step is necessary and irreversible and your current existing entries will be lost. Thank you for your understanding! |
| 285 |