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1 === SureForms - Contact Form, Payment Form & Other Custom Form Builder ===
2 Contributors: brainstormforce
3 Tags: contact form, custom form, forms, WordPress form plugin, form builder
4 Requires at least: 6.4
5 Tested up to: 6.9
6 Requires PHP: 7.4
7 Stable tag: 2.2.0
8 License: GPLv2 or later
9 License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
10
11 The most beginner-friendly, AI Form Builder for WordPress to create contact forms & other custom forms with advanced features, without any code.
12
13 == Description ==
14
15 #### SUREFORMS – THE BEST NO-CODE CUSTOM FORM BUILDER
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24 👉 <a href="https://bsf.io/sureforms-demo" target="_blank" rel="">Try the live demo of SureForms</a>
25
26 [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qLpnm4GdXks]
27
28 ### CREATE BEAUTIFUL RESPONSIVE FORMS USING WORDPRESS BLOCK EDITOR (GUTENBERG EDITOR) WITHOUT CODING ⚡
29
30 Our mission at SureForms is to empower you to build **beautiful forms without any code**.
31
32 We're taking a fresh approach with Gutenberg, WordPress's native drag-and-drop builder, to make creating forms seamless and intuitive with no new interface to learn.
33
34 SureForms is a beginner-friendly form plugin that makes building contact forms and other high-converting custom forms fast and simple with advanced features like multi-step forms, conversational forms, conditional logic, etc.
35
36 Good design and user experience are crucial for forms. Yet many website owners struggle to make their forms blend seamlessly with their site's look and feel, often leading to lower response rates.
37
38 In this regard, SureForms addresses several pain points commonly experienced by website owners:
39
40 - Complex Process of Form Building
41 - Design Limitations
42 - Lack of Mobile-friendliness and Accessibility
43 - Limited Engagement in Their Forms
44 - Spam and Security Issues
45
46 SureForms is packed with features to address these pain points of WordPress users.
47
48 ### POWERFUL FEATURES OF SUREFORMS 💪
49
50 Below are some of the top features SureForms offers:
51
52 #### Native WordPress
53
54 SureForms uses WordPress's native block editor for a seamless drag-and-drop form building experience. No need to learn a new editor or a new style.
55
56 It's fast, simple, and the most beginner-friendly form builder for WordPress.
57
58 #### Create Forms Effortlessly with AI
59
60 [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDLF4dk3YHI]
61
62 SureForms is the first AI-powered form builder for WordPress, which makes form creation faster and smarter. From simple contact forms to advanced calculators, AI handles the details, offers smart suggestions, and helps you build functional, user friendly forms in just a few clicks.
63
64 **Here are a few examples of forms you can create with SureForms AI:**
65
66 - Contact Form
67 - Feedback / Survey Form
68 - Event RSVP Form
69 - Job Application Form
70 - Newsletter Form
71 - Support Form
72 - Calorie Counter
73 - Calculators
74 - Conversational Forms
75
76 #### No-Code Flexibility
77
78 SureForms makes advanced features like conditional logic, multi-step forms, query parameters and etc. simple to use through a no-code interface. This empowers anyone to create powerful, interactive forms without writing a single line of code.
79
80 #### Payment Forms
81
82 SureForms supports a built-in Payment Forms feature. With SureForms, anyone can easily create full-fledged donation forms, event registrations, product checkouts, or any kind of form that needs to accept payments, all without relying on any extra add-on or third-party plugins. This makes collecting payments seamless, secure, and effortless directly through your forms.
83
84 Here are a few examples of how the Payment Feature in SureForms can power your forms:
85 - [Donation Form](https://sureforms.com/form/donation-form/)
86 - [Photography Packages Booking Form](https://sureforms.com/form/photography-packages-payment-form/)
87 - [Monthly Membership Plan Form](https://sureforms.com/form/monthly-membership-plan/)
88 - [Web Design Packages Booking Form](https://sureforms.com/form/freelance-web-design-packages-payment/)
89
90 #### Instant Forms
91
92 [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMH129ZUxJ0]
93
94 With SureForms' own Instant Form feature, you can publish forms with a unique shareable URL. No embedding needed. Share them anywhere and make your forms instantly accessible.
95
96 #### Mobile-First Approach
97
98 SureForms recognizes the importance of mobile friendly forms. The forms created with SureForms are designed with a mobile-first approach, ensuring they look and function flawlessly on various devices.
99
100 #### Multi-Column Layouts
101
102 SureForms makes it easy to arrange input fields into multiple columns for a clean, efficient form layout. This makes your forms look organized, visually appealing, and encourages higher completion rates. You can customize the columns to fit your design.
103
104 #### Input Fields
105
106 **SureForms comes with 15+ fields to build your form:**
107
108 - Text Field
109 - Email
110 - URL
111 - Textarea
112 - Multiple Choice
113 - Checkbox
114 - GDPR Agreement
115 - Number Field
116 - Phone Number
117 - Dropdown
118 - Address Field
119 - Custom Button
120 - Separator
121 - Heading
122 - Image
123 - Icon
124
125 #### Inline Field Validation
126
127 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.
128
129 #### GDPR Compliance
130
131 Ensure your forms are GDPR compliant and protect user data by simply enabling the built-in GDPR setting.
132
133 #### Anti-Spam Forms
134
135 Protect your forms from spam with built-in measures like Google reCAPTCHA and Honeypot fields. These ensure submissions are genuine, block bots, and keep your forms secure without bothering your users.
136
137 #### Personalized Confirmation Messages
138
139 SureForms provides options for setting up customized confirmation messages or redirections that are displayed to users after successful form submissions.
140
141 Tailor these messages to provide personalized feedback or redirect respondents to specific pages.
142
143 #### Email Notifications
144
145 Configure customized email notifications triggered by form submissions. Specify recipients, email templates, and personalized messages to stay informed and automate communication.
146
147 #### Form Entries
148
149 Stores form entries securely to access and manage form submission data within your WordPress dashboard. You can also review, export, or perform actions on form entries as needed.
150
151 #### Visual Data Reporting
152
153 Analyze and gain insights from form submissions through interactive charts, graphs, and data visualizations. Take data-driven decisions.
154
155 #### Developer-Friendly Customization
156
157 SureForms gives developers clean APIs, hooks, and well-structured code, making it easy to customize, extend, and integrate forms with other systems, plugins, or themes.
158
159 ### Premium Features of SureForms 🔥
160
161 [**Conversational Forms**](https://sureforms.com/features/conversational-form/):
162 Chat-like forms, one question at a time, for more conversions.
163
164 [**Multi-step Forms**](https://sureforms.com/features/multi-step-forms/):
165 Bite-sized forms, less form fatigue for your users.
166
167 [**Conditional Logic Forms**](https://sureforms.com/features/conditional-logic/):
168 Personalized forms based on users' answers.
169
170 [**PDF Generation**](https://sureforms.com/features/pdf-generator/):
171 Instantly create downloadable PDFs of form submissions for records or sharing.
172
173 [**Registration & Login Forms**](https://sureforms.com/features/login-and-registration/):
174 Fully functional, branded Registration & Login form for your site using just a block.
175
176 [**Advanced Native Integration**](https://sureforms.com/features/integrations/):
177 Connect your forms natively with top apps and services like Telegram, FluentCRM, Mailchimp, Brevo, and more to automate workflows and save time.
178
179 [**Calculators**](https://sureforms.com/features/calculator-form/):
180 Provide instant quotes or results with interactive calculators in your site. Designed to bring more traffic to your site.
181
182 With SureForms, we are here to fix some real issues users face with WordPress Forms. That's why **300,000+ websites** have embraced SureForms for all their form related needs.
183
184 ### HOW IT WORKS ❓
185
186 From installation to creating your first form, SureForms is designed to be simple and intuitive. Here is how it works:
187
188 #### Step 1: Install WordPress Plugin 🔌
189
190 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".
191
192 #### Step 2: Build your Form ⚙️
193
194 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.
195
196 #### Step 3: Embed/Publish your Form 📄
197
198 Once your form is ready, easily embed it on any page or post using the provided shortcode or block. Or, you can use the 'Instant Form' option to make it live instantly.
199
200 ### WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM SUREFORMS?
201
202 SureForms is built for anyone who needs contact forms, custom forms, or advanced user-friendly forms on WordPress.
203
204 - **Website Owners:** For any GDPR-compliant forms without coding.
205 - **Designers:** For forms that match site aesthetics with custom styling options.
206 - **Developers:** Ability to extend with clean APIs, hooks, and custom CSS.
207 - **No-Code Professionals:** Use advanced features like Conditional Logic, Multi-step, and Conversational Forms with ease.
208 - **Agencies:** To save time with easy integration for scalable workflows.
209 - **E-commerce Stores:** To power up Checkouts, Registrations, and Customer Forms.
210 - **Educators & Communities:** To build student Registration or Login Forms, Feedback Forms, or Membership Forms quickly.
211
212 Don't think this is just it. There is no limit to the types of businesses and organizations that can benefit from using SureForms.
213
214 ### WORDPRESS THEMES & PLUGINS THAT SUREFORMS SUPPORTS 🔗
215
216 #### SureForms works with any theme, including:
217
218 - Astra
219 - Spectra One
220 - Blocksy
221 - Bricks Builder
222 - Flatsome
223 - GeneratePress
224 - Hestia
225 - Kadence
226 - Neve
227
228 #### SureForms is compatible with all plugins, including:
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230 - Spectra
231 - Easy Digital Downloads
232 - FluentCRM
233 - GiveWP
234 - LearnDash
235 - LifterLMS
236 - MemberPress
237 - PrestoPlayer
238 - Restrict Content Pro
239 - SureCart
240 - SureMembers
241 - OttoKit
242 - The Events Calendar
243 - TutorLMS
244 - Wishlist Member
245 - WooCommerce
246 - CartFlows
247 - Elementor Pro
248 - Beaver Builder
249 - Divi Builder
250 - And many more
251
252 ### BRANDING GUIDELINE
253
254 #### SureForms® is a registered trademark. Please use the following format when mentioning SureForms anywhere:
255
256 - SureForms \[correct\]
257 - Sure Forms \[incorrect\]
258 - Sureform \[incorrect\]
259 - Sureforms \[incorrect\]
260 - Sure forms \[incorrect\]
261 - SureForm \[incorrect\]
262 - Sure Form \[incorrect\]
263
264 ### CONNECT WITH OUR TEAM AND COMMUNITY
265
266 [Join our Facebook group community](https://www.facebook.com/groups/surecart):
267 Learn the tricks and techniques that other SureForms users are using to grow their business. Also, get exciting insider information on upcoming feature releases.
268
269 ### WANT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE PLUGIN?
270
271 You may now contribute to the plugin on [GitHub](https://github.com/brainstormforce/sureforms-public).
272
273 ### USE OF 3RD PARTY SERVICES
274
275 To improve the user experience, SureForms may use the following 3rd party services if the required features are enabled:
276
277 - **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)
278
279 - **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)
280
281 - **ipapi** -- is used to auto detect the current user region Phone Field [TOS](https://ipapi.co/terms/) and [Privacy Policy](https://ipapi.co/privacy/)
282
283 - **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)
284
285 == Blocks ==
286
287 This plugin provides 16 blocks for all users:
288
289 - **Address:** Displays a SureForms Address Field
290
291 - **Phone Number:** Displays a SureForms Phone Field
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293 - **Email:** Displays a SureForms Email Field
294
295 - **Textarea:** Displays a SureForms Textarea Field
296
297 - **Number:** Displays a SureForms Number Field
298
299 - **URL:** Displays a SureForms URL Field
300
301 - **Dropdown:** Displays a SureForms Dropdown Field
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303 - **Custom Button:** Displays a SureForms Custom Button
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305 - **Text:** Displays a SureForms Text Field
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307 - **Multiple Choice:** Displays a SureForms Multiple Choice Field
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309 - **Checkbox:** Displays a SureForms Check Box Field
310
311 - **Separator:** Displays a SureForms Separator Field
312
313 - **Heading:** Displays a SureForms Heading Field
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315 - **Image:** Displays a SureForms Upload Image Field
316
317 - **Icon:** Displays a SureForms Icon Field
318
319 - **GDPR Agreement:** Displays a SureForms GDPR Agreement Field
320
321 == Frequently Asked Questions ==
322
323 = Do I need coding skills to create forms using SureForms? =
324
325 **No coding needed!**
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327 With SureForms' visual block builder, you can drag and drop Gutenberg
328 blocks to create beautiful, responsive forms. Perfect for small business
329 owners, freelancers, or anyone who wants forms without technical skills.
330
331 = What are the requirements to use SureForms? =
332
333 You just need the latest version of WordPress and a theme. SureForms
334 installs like any other plugin and is ready to use.
335
336 = Can I use the SureForms along with a Page Builder? =
337
338 SureForms only requires the latest WordPress version and works
339 seamlessly with all major page builders without interference.
340
341 Should you need help, you can [get in touch with
342 us.](https://support.brainstormforce.com/?utm_source=wp-repo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=readme)
343
344 = Will the SureForms slow down my website? =
345
346 Absolutely not! SureForms is lightweight and fast, built with clean
347 code and modular architecture to ensure it never slows down your
348 website.
349
350 = Can I use the SureForms on client websites? =
351
352 Yes! You can certainly use SureForms on your own as well as your
353 client's websites.
354
355 = What more do I get with the SureForms? =
356
357 When you use SureForms, you get a huge library of ready-to-use form
358 templates that can be used to build your forms fast.
359
360 = Does SureForms support Multi-step Forms or Conversational Forms?
361
362 Yes. You can easily create Multi-step Forms as well as Conversational
363 Forms to improve user experience and conversion rates with SureForms Pro
364 plans.
365
366 = Does SureForms support Payment Forms? =
367
368 Yes! SureForms has built-in Payment Form support.
369 You can collect payments securely without any add-ons or extra plugins.
370
371 == Screenshot ==
372
373 1. SureForms Dashboard
374 2. Start building your forms within minutes using SureForms. You can build a form from scratch or choose AI to build one for you.
375 3. Build forms instantly with just a prompt. AI creates your forms with smart field suggestions. Then add, remove, or rearrange fields as you need.
376 4. Beautify your forms with Instant Form Styling and a wide range of Block and Form Settings to customize every detail.
377 5. Lastly, publish your forms instantly or easily embed forms in any pages with SureForms' native block.
378
379 You can report the issue through our [Bug Bounty Program](https://brainstormforce.com/bug-bounty-program/). We collaborate with Patchstack to provide opportunities for researchers to report vulnerabilities. The Patchstack team will help validate, triage, and handle any reported security issues.
380
381 == Changelog ==
382 = 2.2.0 - 16th December 2025 =
383 * Improvement: Added confirmation step before moving items to trash in Forms and Entries lists.
384 * Improvement: Optimized script loading to improve speed and efficiency.
385 * Fix: Resolved Conversational Form issues with Image and Icon fields.
386 = 2.1.0 - 2nd December 2025 =
387 * Improvement: Updated email notifications to display multi-choice options on separate lines.
388 * Improvement: Updated links in new tables to behave like standard links, allowing them to open in a new tab.
389 * Improvement: Updated email notifications to remove empty fields.
390 * Fix: Resolved an issue where the value of the smart tag {form_title} was incorrect when embedded in a page.
391 * Fix: Resolved an issue where the reCAPTCHA badge overlapped with the submit button when using the Bricks theme.
392 * Fix: Resolved an issue where labels were not being escaped properly.
393 * Fix: Resolved an issue with phone block when site is in RTL mode.
394 = 2.0.1 - 20th November 2025 =
395 * Fix: Fixed compatibility issue with lower PHP version.
396
397 The full changelog is available [here](https://sureforms.com/whats-new/).
398
399 == Upgrade Notice ==
400
401 = 0.0.13 =
402 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!
403