Form Auto-Save (Lite)
Never lose form data again — automatically save users’ input across all WordPress forms (Elementor, CF7, Gravity, JetForm & more). Lightweight, privacy-safe, and beautifully simple.
Consider an alternative
Form Auto-Save (Lite) shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 11 months ago, and scores 38/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Form Auto-Save (Lite) stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| autosave | #41 |
| cf7 | >100 |
| elementor | >100 |
| form | >100 |
| gravity forms | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About Form Auto-Save (Lite)
From the official readme · v1.3.0Description
Never lose form data again — automatically save users’ input across all WordPress forms (Elementor, CF7, Gravity, JetForm & more).
Lightweight, privacy-safe, and beautifully simple.
Form Auto-Save ensures your users never lose the information they enter in your site’s forms.
Whether they refresh the page, close it by mistake, or lose connection — their data is safely restored next time they open the same form.
Works seamlessly with all major form plugins, including Elementor, Contact Form 7, Gravity Forms, JetForm and any standard HTML form.
Lightweight, privacy-friendly (uses only localStorage), and requires zero setup — it just works.
Upgrade to Pro:
Unlock extra features including custom storage type (local/session), expiration days, user-based saves, and admin management tools.
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Features
- Works with any form in WordPress (Elementor, CF7, Gravity Forms, JetForm, etc.)
- Automatically saves user input locally while typing
- Recovers the form data after page reload or browser crash
- Displays a friendly “Auto-Save Active” message under each form
- Clears saved data after successful form submission
- Lightweight and privacy-safe (uses only localStorage)
- Zero configuration — install and it just works!
Installation
- Upload the
form-auto-savefolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
- Go to Tools → Form Auto-Save to enable or disable auto-saving
- Enjoy! Your users’ form data will now be automatically saved locally.
Frequently asked questions
Does this plugin store any data on the server?
No. All form data is stored locally in the user’s browser using localStorage. It never leaves their device.
Does it work with Elementor forms?
Yes, it works with Elementor Pro forms, Contact Form 7, JetForm, Gravity Forms, and any HTML form that uses tags.
Can I control how long the data is saved?
In the Lite version, data is stored indefinitely until the form is submitted successfully. In the Pro version, you can set expiration days and choose between localStorage and sessionStorage.
Changelog
This version introduces a full admin dashboard, enable/disable control, and Pro upgrade options with Inline Studio’s clean design.
1.3.0
- Added fully branded admin page under Tools
- Added enable/disable toggle
- Added “Upgrade to Pro” links in both Tools and Plugins screens
- Refined design with Inline Studio branding
- Code cleanup and optimization
1.2.0
- Added user-facing auto-save message under forms
- Added admin notice on activation
- Minor code improvements
1.1.0
- Added universal form support (Elementor, CF7, JetForm, etc.)
- Improved localStorage handling
- Added clear on successful submit
1.0.0
- Initial release — auto-saves form data locally for Contact Form 7
For developers
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FAQ
Form Auto-Save (Lite): quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 3, 2026
Is Form Auto-Save (Lite) free?
Yes. Form Auto-Save (Lite) is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Form Auto-Save (Lite) safe to use in 2026?
Form Auto-Save (Lite) shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 11 months ago, and scores 38/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Form Auto-Save (Lite)?
Form Auto-Save (Lite) is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 422 times since it launched in October 2025. It was downloaded 52 times in the last 30 days.
Does Form Auto-Save (Lite) work with WordPress 7.1?
Form Auto-Save (Lite) is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.10, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Form Auto-Save (Lite) need?
Form Auto-Save (Lite) requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Form Auto-Save (Lite) last updated?
The latest version, 1.3.0, was released on October 24, 2025 (11 months ago).
Who makes Form Auto-Save (Lite)?
Form Auto-Save (Lite) is developed and maintained by guysoroka.
What are the best alternatives to Form Auto-Save (Lite)?
The most popular alternatives to Form Auto-Save (Lite) are Disable Gutenberg Autosave (2K+ installs), Heartbeat Controller (1K+ installs) and Disable Autosave (400+ installs).
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