AC Advanced Flamingo Settings
This plugin extends Flamingo, the Contact Form 7 database storage plugin, by adding useful tools for better form submission management:
Solid choice
AC Advanced Flamingo Settings is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 700+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 weeks ago, and scores 77/100 on our health check.
- Actively developed — last update 2 weeks ago
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Momentum — downloads up 308.6% vs the previous 30 days
- Small user base (700+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
How does it stack up?
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where AC Advanced Flamingo Settin… stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| contact form 7 | >100 |
| contact form database | >100 |
| export | >100 |
| flamingo | #2 |
| import | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 2 reviews
About AC Advanced Flamingo Settings
From the official readme · v1.6.1Description
Enhance Flamingo with additional customization options!
This plugin extends Flamingo, the Contact Form 7 database storage plugin, by adding useful tools for better form submission management:
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Import/Export Feature
- Export Flamingo messages to a JSON file for backup or migration.
- Import messages back into Flamingo while preserving all metadata, including the “Channel” column.
- Imports are processed in optimized batches for improved reliability on large datasets.
- Duplicate messages are automatically detected and skipped using content hashing.
- Clear and reliable admin notices summarise import results.
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Persistent File Uploads
- Optionally persist Contact Form 7 uploads to permanent URLs.
- Stored upload URLs can be viewed and accessed from Flamingo messages.
- Persistent uploads are disabled by default to avoid unexpected storage growth.
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Uploaded Files Management
- Dedicated admin screen to view all persisted uploaded files.
- Image uploads display thumbnail previews.
- Non-image uploads display file-type icons.
- Download files directly using a dedicated Download button.
- Delete individual files or bulk delete all stored uploads.
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Integrations Management
- Dedicated Integrations screen for managing optional add-ons.
- View activated, installed, and available integrations from one place.
- See available integration support for Divi, WPBakery, Enfold, and Beaver Builder.
- Activate installed add-ons where available.
- Access integration-specific settings when supported by an active add-on.
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Enhanced Inbound Messages
- Display selected submission fields directly in the Flamingo Inbound Messages list.
- Choose which form fields appear in the table.
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Better Contact Log Management
- Add a “Latest Message” link to each contact in the address book.
- Reorder the Flamingo menu, setting Inbound Messages as the default view.
- Rename the Flamingo menu for better organisation.
- Optionally disable the Address Book entirely.
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Improved Usability
- A Settings link is added to the WordPress Plugins page for quick access.
This plugin is ideal for sites that rely heavily on Flamingo and need better organisation, safer backups, optional long-term file retention, and easier management of compatible add-ons.
Support
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Installation
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/ac-advanced-flamingo-settings/directory, or install the plugin via the WordPress plugin repository. - Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu in WordPress.
- Go to Settings → AC Flamingo to configure your preferences.
- For message import/export, go to Flamingo → Message Sync.
- To manage stored uploads, go to Flamingo → Uploaded Files.
- To view optional add-ons, go to the Integrations screen in the Flamingo/ACAFS admin area.
Frequently asked questions
Does this plugin work without Flamingo?
No. AC Advanced Flamingo Settings is an extension for Flamingo and requires it to function.
Is persistent file upload enabled by default?
No. Persistent uploads are disabled by default and must be explicitly enabled in the settings.
Can I preview uploaded files?
Yes. Image uploads show thumbnail previews on the Uploaded Files page. Non-image files show a file-type icon.
Can I download uploaded files directly?
Yes. Each uploaded file has a dedicated Download button. Existing file name links also continue to work.
Can I delete uploaded files after import?
Yes. You can delete individual files or remove all stored uploads from the Uploaded Files admin page.
What does the Integrations screen do?
The Integrations screen helps you view and manage optional add-ons that extend Flamingo support to other form builders and themes.
Which integrations are shown?
The Integrations screen can show available support for Divi, WPBakery, Enfold, and Beaver Builder.
Can I choose which form fields appear in the Inbound Messages table?
Yes. You can select exactly which fields are displayed via the settings panel.
Can I disable the Address Book?
Yes. The Address Book can be disabled entirely from the settings.
How does the import/export feature work?
Export: Click “Export Messages” in Flamingo → Message Sync to download a JSON backup. Import: Upload a previously exported JSON file to restore messages. Existing messages are automatically skipped, and a summary is shown on completion.
Is there a reusable import/export API for add-ons?
Yes. After ACAFS has loaded, integrations can retrieve the transport-neutral services with acafs_plugin()->export_service() and acafs_plugin()->import_service(). The export service provides count() and export_to_file(), while the import service provides read_file() and import_batch(). These APIs return structured results or WP_Error values and do not depend on an admin HTTP request.
Changelog
Maintenance release correcting the internal plugin version value and completing the 1.6.0 release documentation.
1.6.1
- Corrected the internal ACAFS version constant.
- Added missing release notes for version 1.6.0.
1.6.0
- Improved Flamingo message import/export portability between different WordPress sites.
- Channels are now preserved correctly when importing messages into a site where taxonomy term IDs differ.
- Added reusable import/export services for integrations and add-ons.
- Improved validation and reliability of message import/export processing.
1.5.0
- Improve the Uploaded Files admin page with image thumbnails for image uploads.
- Add file-type icons for non-image uploads on the Uploaded Files admin page.
- Add a dedicated Download button for each stored uploaded file.
- Add a dedicated Integrations screen for managing optional add-ons.
- Add integration status sections for activated, installed, and available integrations.
- Add integration cards for Divi, WPBakery, Enfold, and Beaver Builder.
- Add prompts for installed integrations that have not yet been activated.
- Add integration-specific settings when supported by an active add-on.
- Confirm compatibility with WordPress 6.9.4.
1.4.3
- Add Uploaded Files admin page with secure file deletion controls.
- Add option to disable persistent uploads by default.
- Improve safety and management of stored CF7 uploads.
1.4.2
- Fix missing vendor folder in version 1.4.0.
1.4.0
- Persist CF7 uploads to permanent URLs and store them in Flamingo.
- Make stored upload URLs clickable on the Flamingo single message screen.
- Performance and background import improvements.
- Internal code quality and autoloading improvements.
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FAQ
AC Advanced Flamingo Settings: quick answers
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Is AC Advanced Flamingo Settings free?
Yes. AC Advanced Flamingo Settings is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is AC Advanced Flamingo Settings safe to use in 2026?
AC Advanced Flamingo Settings is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 700+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 weeks ago, and scores 77/100 on our health check.
How many websites use AC Advanced Flamingo Settings?
AC Advanced Flamingo Settings is active on 700+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 6,108 times since it launched in February 2025. It was downloaded 1,099 times in the last 30 days.
Does AC Advanced Flamingo Settings work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested AC Advanced Flamingo Settings up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.4 or newer.
What PHP version does AC Advanced Flamingo Settings need?
AC Advanced Flamingo Settings requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was AC Advanced Flamingo Settings last updated?
The latest version, 1.6.1, was released on October 9, 2026 (2 weeks ago).
Who makes AC Advanced Flamingo Settings?
AC Advanced Flamingo Settings is developed and maintained by Richie Arnold.
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