What is a reliable form processor for Webflow that can be used without relying on third-party tools or integrations, and how does it work?
TL;DR
- Webflow stores form submissions in the Form Submissions tab with limits based on hosting plans and built-in spam filtering.
- Configure forms by setting a Form Name, leaving the Form Action empty, and enabling reCAPTCHA if needed.
- View submissions in Project Settings > Forms, export as CSV, and configure email notifications.
- Submission limits vary: Starter & Basic plans have low limits, while CMS, Business, and Enterprise plans allow more entries.
- Webflow Logic enables automations and custom workflows but requires a paid plan.
Webflow provides a built-in form processor that allows you to handle form submissions without relying on third-party tools or integrations. Here’s how it works and what you need to know:
1. Webflow’s Built-in Form Processor
- Data Collection: When a user submits a form, Webflow stores the data in the site’s Form Submissions tab.
- Limits: Free and basic hosting plans have submission limits. Business and Enterprise plans allow more entries.
- Security: Webflow provides built-in spam filtering and supports Google reCAPTCHA.
2. Configuring Webflow Forms
- Go to your project in Webflow and select the form element.
- Set the Form Name under the Element Settings panel.
- Ensure the Form Action is empty to use Webflow’s default processing.
- Enable reCAPTCHA (if needed) under the Form Settings to reduce spam submissions.
3. Viewing Form Submissions
- Navigate to Project Settings > Forms to view collected submissions.
- Export form submissions as a CSV file if needed.
- Webflow sends an email notification for each submission (configurable under Forms Settings).
4. Webflow Form Submission Limits
- Starter & Basic Hosting: Limited to a small number of submissions per month.
- CMS & Business Hosting: Higher limits apply.
- Enterprise: Custom submission limits available.
5. Alternative: Using Webflow Logic (For Automation)
- Webflow Logic (available on certain plans) allows you to create custom form workflows within Webflow.
- You can store, filter, and route submissions to different locations like CMS collections or emails.
- No need for third-party tools, but available only in paid plans with Webflow Logic enabled.
Summary
Webflow’s built-in form processor is reliable for simple form handling, offering storage, notifications, and basic spam filtering. If you need workflow automation, consider using Webflow Logic, but keep in mind the submission limits based on your hosting plan.