With our latest feature there is no need to compromise. We’ve found a way for you to hang on to that beloved control while getting out of the weeds of form submissions.

Meet File Upload Restrictions

This isn’t just another feature update. We’ve completely reimagined file security to give you total control over who can access uploaded files in your form entries. The best part? It’s available to ALL WPForms users, regardless of license level.

Imagine being able to collect all the important files you need—applications, contracts, personal IDs—knowing they’re locked down tight and only accessible to the people you want to have access. 

Here’s what makes File Upload Restrictions revolutionary:

• Role-Based Access Control: Restrict file access to specific WordPress roles (admins, editors, or subscribers)
• User-Level Permissions: Grant access to individual user accounts for granular control
• Password Protection: Secure sensitive files behind custom passwords
• Zero Complex Setup: Enable restrictions with just a few clicks
• Works with Existing Forms: Add security to any form with file uploads

Security at Its Simplest

Like all new features at WPForms, we made this one stupid simple. Let me walk you through it.

Add the File Upload field to your form and Enable File Access Restrictions in the Advanced tab.

Choose who can access the uploaded files based on WordPress user groups or individual users.

For added security, Enable Password Protection.

That’s it! With this simple field setting, you can rest easy knowing that those files are only in the hands you want them to be.

What’s Next?

We are cooking up tons of exciting new features this year for you! Our commitment to being the best WordPress form builder is stronger than ever, but your feedback is important to us. Join the conversation in our VIP group or send us a message. We love hearing from you. 

Till next time, 

Lauren

With the new WPForms Twilio Addon, you can send texts that deliver that magical touch right to your user’s phone. Whether it’s a friendly confirmation, details about an appointment, or a quick follow-up, it’s all just a few clicks away!

Quick, Hassle-Free Setup: No Extra Tools Needed

SMS boasts the highest engagement rate compared to any other channel. It’s the ultimate way to grab attention without getting lost in the noise.

The good news is that Twilio is a breeze to set up, so you can start sending those messages right away.

With your Twilio account ready to roll, the integration with WPForms is painless. No tech wizardry required here!

Now, let’s talk about sending text notifications.

In the form builder, just choose SMS or WhatsApp and pick your recipient’s phone number from the dropdown. From there, you can type in the message you want to send moments after the form is submitted. It’s that simple.

Boost Engagement with Personalized Messaging

Sending a generic confirmation to your visitors gets the job done. But do you know what customers can’t resist? The magnetic pull of a smartly personalized message.

With the WPForms Twilio addon, you can easily sprinkle in those personal touches by pulling in form data your visitors submit.

All it takes is a few Smart Tags, and you can craft notifications that incorporate details like:

• The visitor’s name: A simple touch that makes every message feel personal.
• Order summary: Highlight what they purchased or signed up for.
• Appointment time: Include specific dates and times to keep things clear.
• Booking confirmation: Reassure them their reservation is locked in.
• Personalized call-to-action: Add relevant links to pricing with a CTA in WhatsApp.

You can even take things up a notch by combining email and text notifications to ensure your message is seen, no matter where your customers are.

And if that sounds a little too extra for your taste, no worries. Just let your visitors choose how they want to hear from you.

Here’s where it gets really cool. Using conditional logic, you can route messages to their preferred channel, whether that’s SMS, WhatsApp, or email.

You’re always in control of how you want to connect with your customers.

Faster Notifications, Improved Response Times

Speed is the name of the game. Customers expect instant responses and confirmations, and you have the power to exceed their expectations by stepping up your response time.

One of the strongest ways you can do that is by setting up SMS or WhatsApp alerts that land right on your phone.

This way, you have the jumpstart you need to follow up fast, close deals, or just show your customers that you care.

It’s a simple automation. And it might just become your favorite way to keep those customer connections buzzing.

Make Stronger Connections with Your Audience

The WPForms Twilio addon opens a new channel of communication to stand out, deliver instant updates, and build trust with your customers.

You can begin sending SMS and WhatsApp messages right now with the Twilio addon, available for WPForms Plus, Pro, and Elite users.

I can’t wait to see how you’ll use texting to strengthen your customer relationships and take your engagement game to the next level!

Our Trusted Advisors are here to assist with any questions you may have. And if you’d like to share ideas for future features, we’re all ears.

Happy texting!

-Jared

Our new WPForms Dropbox addon sends those files straight to your Dropbox folder for easy management and seamless team collaboration. And it’s all built into WPForms, no third-party integration tools needed!

A Hassle-Free Way to Manage File Uploads

Collecting files and documents through WPForms is easy. But organizing uploaded files in your WordPress library can be a pain, especially as your business grows and your file upload requirements increase.

We created the WPForms Dropbox addon to automate your file handling, saving you hours of time.

All you need to do is to connect your Dropbox account to WPForms. In just a few minutes, you can complete the integration, allowing you to sync any form to your Dropbox account.

Our Dropbox addon lets you customize exactly where your uploaded files are stored.

For example, you can send uploads from a client onboarding form to a Dropbox folder named “Onboarding” so that all your signed contracts are in one place. Keeping all your files together is the simplest way to ensure you never lose them.

If you’re dealing with different kinds of documents, you have powerful options for more advanced organization as well.

Need to separate resumés from cover letters, or photos from text documents?

The Dropbox addon lets you map individual file upload fields to different Dropbox subfolders, giving you a more structured approach to organizing your files than the WordPress media library.

Slash Admin Time with Automated File Sorting

Teams often need to route file uploads to different destinations based on user choices, such as sorting onboarding documents depending on services requested by your client.

Done manually, it’s a massive time-suck. Not to mention you face the constant risk of mixing up important files and misplacing them along the way.

That’s where the Dropbox addon’s conditional logic can be invaluable to your workflow.

By automatically routing files based on user selections, you can eliminate juggling file uploads yourself.

Think about the time you can save and human errors you can reduce when you no longer have to manually ensure files reach the correct department or team member.

For example, imagine automatically sorting:

• Job applications by department.
• Sales proposals by lead source.
• Support ticket images by issue type.

Conditional logic makes it easy to deliver the right files to the right place.

Save Web Storage Costs With a Tidier Website

Efficiency means more than just saving time. It also means keeping your costs down.

This is why we’ve added a one-click option to automatically delete uploaded files from your site after they’re safely stored in Dropbox.

It’s a simple but powerful way to save your storage space and hosting costs. Plus, you’ll have a tidier and clutter-free website with your uploads transferred to Dropbox.

Simplify Your File Upload Workflows Today

You can start using the WPForms Dropbox addon right away, which is available for our Pro and Elite users. I’m certain you’ll experience a night and day difference with the new way of managing your files.

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Don’t hesitate to send us your feedback. And if you’ve got ideas for new features you’d like to see in WPForms, that’s even better. We’re always listening.

We’re committed to building new ways to help you achieve better results with your forms. Our next update is already in the works and not too far from launch.

So keep watching this space for more exciting updates coming your way soon.

Jared

While building forms is fast and easy, populating dropdown options and multiple-choice lists still slows you down. Whether it’s countries, industries, or age ranges, researching and adding options eats up valuable time.

But what if you could skip the tedious part and start collecting data and driving results sooner?

Meet AI Choices—our latest innovation set to transform your form-building experience into something lightning-fast and surprisingly fun.

Now, populating your dropdown lists, checkboxes, and multiple-choice selections is as simple as describing what you need and clicking a button. Our AI assistant does the heavy lifting, transforming your form-building workflow in seconds.

The Future of Form Building is Here

AI Choices opens up a world of possibilities where adding lists of options to your forms is as simple as typing a prompt and watching it appear, as if by magic.

Say goodbye to the inefficiency of manual list creation, the time lost to researching and typing, and the frustration of typos, duplications, and other errors.

Say hello to speedy form creation, AI-powered list generation at your fingertips, and more time to capture leads, drive sales, and do the work that really matters to you and your business.

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Here’s how you can generate lists for multiple-choice fields and supercharge your form-creation process in seconds:

1. Think of the list you need (e.g., “US states ordered by population size” or “10 most popular dog breeds”)
2. Tell WPForms AI what you want in a sentence or two
3. Our AI will adapt your list on the fly until you’re happy with the options
4. Click a button, sit back, and watch as your list appears as your choice of form fields instantly – no copy and paste needed.

It’s that simple! Whether you’re creating registration forms, order forms, surveys, or signup forms, creating any kind of form with multiple-choice fields is now more convenient and faster than ever. 

We’re so excited about AI Choices that we want all our users to experience its power. That’s why it’s available to everyone, on all WPForms licenses–whether you’re on a free or paid plan.

The Power of AI at Your Fingertips

Imagine you’re building a form for a school. Need a dropdown of grade levels? No need to waste time looking it up and typing it all out—just ask WPForms AI to generate it. Want to add the age of children in each grade? Request the edit and the AI assistant will take care of the rest.

Or maybe you’re carrying out an online research project aimed at an Indian audience and you want users to select their primary language from a list. Let’s say you want to order it with the most-widely spoken languages at the top of the list.

Normally, you’d have to research all the native languages in India and find the data on how many people speak them. Now, it’s a simple case of typing a prompt and watching WPForms AI take care of it for you.

What used to take hours now takes seconds. Reorder lists, remove options, add extra information–the flexibility is infinite.

And you’re always in control. If WPForms AI doesn’t get it perfect on the first try, you can ask it to refine the response until you’re happy.

Plus, you can always manually edit form fields and their order before you publish your form.

Whether you’re creating a simple contact form or a complex survey, WPForms AI is there to lend a helping hand and simplify your workflow. 

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The Next Generation of Form Creation Has Begun

AI Choices is just the beginning. At WPForms, we’re excited about harnessing the power of AI to make form building easier and more efficient than ever.

Subscribe to our newsletter (there’s a signup form over in the sidebar) and join our VIP Facebook group to be the first to know about our next big breakthrough.

We can’t wait for you to give it a go and let us know what you think. Your feedback is crucial as we continue to enhance and refine our tools, ensuring you always have access to cutting-edge technology that gives you an edge over your competitors.

Experience the magic of AI Choices now and transform the way you build forms, forever!

Jared

We’re always pushing the boundaries to make your form-building experience smoother, faster, and more intuitive. Today, I’m thrilled to announce we’re taking two of our existing features to the next level with exciting enhancements.

You can now activate conditional logic on multiple form fields with a single click, saving you valuable form-building time. And, as if that wasn’t enough, we’ve also reinforced our form security with enhanced anti-spam measures.

When we first introduced conditional logic to form fields, it transformed the way you build forms. Conditional logic allows you to create dynamic forms that adapt depending on the user’s previous input.

Now, we’re taking it a step further by enabling conditional logic on entire form sections via the Layout field.

The Power of Smart Logic, Now in the Layout Field

You might already be familiar with the Layout Field, which makes it quick and easy to build forms using pre-defined column layouts to drag and drop your form fields into.

Now, you can apply smart conditional logic to entire blocks of fields in your form inside the Layout field. This means you can create flexible, adaptive forms faster than ever before.

But wait, there’s more! We’ve also added a single-column layout option to the Layout field so you can preserve your original form layout. Because sometimes, less is more.

This gives you even more flexibility in designing your forms, allowing you to seamlessly switch between multi-column and single-column layouts, with conditional logic applied as needed.

Why You’ll Love Smart Layouts

Imagine creating dynamic forms in less time, with better results. That’s what our enhanced Layout field delivers:

1. Efficiency, Redfined: Say goodbye to setting conditional logic on each individual field. Now, entire sections of your form adapt with a single action. It’s simplicity meets power.
2. Intelligence Built-In: Your forms are about to get a whole lot smarter. By showing or hiding entire sections based on previous answers, you’re not just collecting data – you’re engaging in a dynamic conversation with your users.
3. Unleash Your Creativity: With the tedious work automated, you’re free to focus on what really matters – crafting the perfect user experience.

This isn’t just a feature – it’s a whole new way to build forms. Ready to try it out?

See It in Action

Let’s explore a real-world example to showcase the power of Layout Fields with conditional logic.

Imagine you’re creating a flower bouquet order form for a florist. You want to offer different customization options based on the occasion. With our enhanced Layout field, you can now offer a tailored experience based on the occasion:

1. Organize your form intuitively: Create separate sections for different occasions (e.g., birthdays, anniversaries) with the Layout field. Drag and drop a new Layout field for each different occasion you want to cater for.

2. Customize options effortlessly: Add form fields for the optional extras for each occasion inside a single Layout field. For birthdays, offer extras such as balloons and colorful wrapping. For anniversaries, you can suggest luxury add-ons like chocolates or wine. Whatever choices you want to offer, you can add as many fields as you need within a single Layout field. This allows you to present a clean, organized form to your customers.

3. Activate smart logic in one go: Apply conditional logic to entire sections at once. When a customer selects their occasion, the form will automatically display or hide the relevant options depending on the occasion the user selects. No need to individually activate smart logic on every individual field, saving you significant time in form creation.

It’s like magic, but better – it’s smart form building.

Spam? Not on Our Watch!

While we were busy working on enhancing the Layout Field, we also took the opportunity to strengthen our spam-fighting capabilities.

We’ve added to our already robust spam-fighting features with some new behind-the-scenes upgrades that will make your forms even more resistant to spam.

Once you upgrade to WPForms version 1.9, your forms will automatically benefit from enhanced protection against those pesky spam bots – no extra steps required!

What’s Next?

This year has already seen the release of several exciting features, including the Repeater Field, professionally-designed form themes, order form upgrades, and enhanced data management capabilities.

And guess what? We’re just getting warmed up! As we move into the second half of the year, we’re ramping up our efforts to bring you even more upgrades, even faster. Your feedback drives our innovation, so keep it coming!

We’re incredibly grateful for your continued support and trust in WPForms. We couldn’t do this without you, and we’re committed to continually improving your form-building experience.

Stay tuned for more updates and remember, if you want to be the first to know about new features, join our VIP Circle Group – where the form-building magic happens first!

Jared

At WPForms, we’re on a mission to make your form-building experience effortless. We listen to your feedback and turn it into features that simplify your work.

That’s why I’m excited to introduce the Repeater Field.

Imagine you need a form where users can add multiple items, like a job application with a list of work experience or an event registration with several attendees.

Instead of cluttering your form with fields that might not be needed, the Repeater Field lets users dynamically add more blocks as needed with a single click. It’s flexible, user-friendly, and a huge time-saver.

The Repeater Field adapts to your users, so you get exactly the data you need—no more, no less. It’s form building that works smarter, not harder.

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Say Hello to Effortlessly Flexible Form Creation

The first thing you’ll notice? How easy it is to get started. Just drag and drop the Repeater Field into your form, like you would with any other field.

Next, you’ll see how the Repeater Field flexes to your form’s needs. Building a simple sign-up form with multiple guests? Display repeatable fields in clean, single rows.

Need to collect more information? Switch to blocks and add as many fields to the repeating section as you want.

When you preview your form, you’ll spot something new: the “Add” button for your repeatable section.

Don’t like the word “Add”? Change it! “Include another project” for portfolios, “Add family member” for health forms. You can even omit words completely and go minimal with icons. Small touch, big difference in guiding your users.

With the Repeater Field, you’re in the driver’s seat. You have the power to decide how much information your users can add to a form. Need to limit the number of children on an activity signup form? Simply set the maximum number in the field settings.

We’ve even added the option to remove a field. Say a user is filling out a job application form and changes their mind about adding some experience that isn’t really relevant. A single click, and it’s gone!

Optimize Your Forms for Efficiency and Ease of Use

Let’s say you’re an event planner who wants to create a registration form for a corporate retreat. Some companies might want to add 5 attendees, others 50.

You can create a form that adapts from the needs of a startup to a global enterprise in seconds. just drag and drop a Repeater Field into your form and set to display as rows with fields for name and department.

Or maybe you’re a real estate agent in need of an efficient way to list properties on your website. With the Repeater Field, just click “Add Another Feature” to include the details of anything from a chef’s kitchen to a rooftop garden.

That’s the beauty of the Repeater Field. It makes your forms intelligent, adapting to each user’s unique needs. Whether you’re planning events, selling homes, or managing any data that defies one-size-fits-all, this is your solution.

We’d love to hear about the ways you’re using the Repeater Field in your forms, so be sure to try it out and share your results (our VIP Circle group on Facebook is a great place to tell us about your wins as well as requesting new features and getting help with anything you’re stuck on.)

Looking Ahead

While we’re excited to bring you the Repeater Field, our work is far from done. There’s no time to rest when you’re working on the best WordPress form builder!

Our team is already kicking off development on the next set of exciting features to enhance your WPForms experience.

We’re always looking for ways to improve, so don’t hesitate to get in touch with your feedback, suggestions, or any questions you might have.

And for now, have fun creating dynamic, efficient forms that can seamlessly manage any data collection needs!

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Until next time,

Jared

We’ve heard time and time again from our users that form customization is a top priority. While we’ve always offered robust styling and customization options, we wanted to take it a step further and make the process of creating stunning, custom forms easier and more intuitive than ever before.

That’s why we’re delighted today to announce the latest version of WPForms, with two major upgrades designed to revolutionize your form creation process!

With our new form themes, you can choose from a curated library of attractive form styles, each with a unique combination of colors, borders, background images, and button styles.

But the real game-changer is the ability to effortlessly customize these themes with advanced styling options to perfectly match your brand. This not only saves you valuable time and resources but also helps you to maintain visual consistency across the board.

Plus, the ability to build your own library of custom form templates streamlines your workflow, allowing you to create and reuse personalized form layouts with ease.

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Unlock a World of Customization

While basic form styling options have been available in WPForms for some time, including the ability to customize with CSS, we know that not everyone has the knowledge or confidence to take that hands-on approach to get everything pixel-perfect.

With form themes, we’ve introduced a significant enhancement to our form styling options that empower you to create sleek, visually impressive forms in seconds.

You can access the new form themes right from the block editor, which gives you instant access to a growing library of professionally designed themes.

Pro users can select from over 40 themes, each offering a unique color palette and visual style – from transparent fields that allow background visibility to eye-catching background images and bold color combinations.

But the customization doesn’t stop there. We’ve also enhanced the field and container styling options, making it easier than ever to change the look of borders, buttons, labels, and more – no coding required.

The real-time theme preview allows you to see changes instantly, and the theme-saving feature means you can quickly create and access your custom designs. If you edit and customize a theme, the system will automatically save it as a new custom theme, making it easy to reuse your unique form styles.

Whether you’re looking to transform a basic form into a visual masterpiece or start from scratch with a professional-grade template, you can easily make an impact with this powerful new feature.

Build Forms Faster with Custom Templates

No matter if you’re planning events, managing HR processes, or conducting marketing research, ensuring consistency in your data collection forms is crucial.

With our new custom templates feature, you can now build a form that perfectly matches your specific needs, and then save it as a template for easy reuse.

In addition to our existing library of 2,000+ WordPress form templates, this new feature gives you even more flexibility to tailor forms to your unique requirements.

Here’s how it works:

1. Create a form from scratch or adapt a pre-built template.
2. Add a template name and description to help you and your team identify the intended use case.
3. Preview and test your template before saving it as for future use within the form builder.
4. Manage your custom templates alongside your regular forms, with options to edit or delete as needed.

Whether you’re a small business, a nonprofit, or an enterprise-level organization, custom templates can transform the way you approach form creation and data collection.

Seamless Workflow and Inspiration

Providing both functionality and a source of inspiration, these new features are designed to streamline your form-building process and empower you to create beautiful, highly customized forms tailored to your specific needs.

The combination of advanced styling options and the ability to save your own personalized templates means you can now design forms faster than ever before.

And with the automatic theme-saving feature and custom templates functionality, you can instantly reuse those customized designs whenever you need them.

No more recreating forms from scratch or struggling to maintain consistent branding across your data collection efforts. (And remember, you can customize your email notifications too!)

Start saving time and delivering a better user experience for your audience today.

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As with every update, we’re excited to release these new features, but we’re not slowing down!

Our team is already hard at work on the next upgrades to your form-building experience, so make sure to keep checking back to be the first to hear about these exciting enhancements.

Have any questions or need a hand? We listen to all your feedback and we’re always happy to help.

For now, we can’t wait to see what you create with your new form-building toolbox!

Jared