FormLayer
Build fast and powerful contact forms in WordPress with an intuitive drag-and-drop builder packed with smart features.
Solid choice
FormLayer is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 100K+ sites and was last updated 4 days ago, and scores 75/100 on our health check.
- Proven at scale on 100K+ active sites
- Actively developed — last update 4 days ago
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Momentum — downloads up 33.9% vs the previous 30 days
- Very few reviews so far
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 FormLayer stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| contact form | >100 |
| custom form | >100 |
| forms | >100 |
| forms builder | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About FormLayer
From the official readme · v1.1.1Description
FormLayer is a state-of-the-art form builder that leverages the power of modern web technologies to provide a stunning, intuitive drag-and-drop experience. Whether you need a simple contact form or a complex multi-step application, FormLayer provides the tools to build it in minutes.
Built with performance and aesthetics in mind, FormLayer features an administrative interface, real-time live previews, and a sophisticated design system that makes form building a joy rather than a chore.
Key Free Features
- Intuitive Drag & Drop Builder: Build complex layouts with ease.
- 15+ Standard Fields: Name, Email, Text, Dropdown, Radio, Checkboxes, and more.
- Real-time Preview: See exactly how your form looks on Desktop, Tablet, and Mobile.
- Modern Templates: Start with pre-built templates for common use cases.
- Entry Management: View and manage all submissions directly in your WordPress dashboard.
- Responsive by Default: All forms look great on every device out of the box.
- AJAX Submissions: No page reloads for a smoother user experience.
- Spam Protection: Built-in support for hCaptcha (free), Cloudflare Turnstile and Google reCAPTCHA (Pro).
Premium Pro Features
- Advanced Fields: Phone, Ratings, Password, File Uploads, and more.
- Professional Templates: Access to a library of high-conversion templates.
- Powerful Integrations: Connect to Mailchimp, Slack, Discord, Google Sheets, Notion, and Trello.
- Custom Styling: Advanced control over colors, fonts, and spacing.
- Priority Support: Get help when you need it most.
- Multi-column Layouts: Create professional grid-based forms effortlessly.
Third Party API usage
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hCaptcha: integrated for spam protection in the free version.
Service: https://www.hcaptcha.com/
Privacy Policy: https://www.hcaptcha.com/privacy -
Cloudflare Turnstile: supported for invisible bot defense in the premium version.
Service: https://www.cloudflare.com/products/turnstile/
Privacy Policy: https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/ -
Google reCAPTCHA: available in the premium version.
Service: https://www.google.com/recaptcha/about/
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy -
Other third-party integrations available in the premium version:
- Mailchimp: https://mailchimp.com/
- Slack: https://slack.com/
- Discord: https://discord.com/
- Google Sheets: https://workspace.google.com/products/sheets/
- Notion: https://www.notion.so/
- Trello: https://trello.com/
Installation
- Upload the
FormLayerfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Go to FormLayer in your admin menu to start building forms.
Frequently asked questions
Is FormLayer responsive?
Yes, all forms created with FormLayer are 100% responsive and optimized for mobile devices.
Can I export my entries?
Yes, you can export your form submissions to CSV directly from the entries dashboard.
Changelog
1.1.1
- [Improvement-Pro] Added Code Signing: Every update now verifies the code signature to ensure secure updates.
- [Bug-Fix] Fixed an issue where undefined merge tags were appearing in the form settings modal.
- [Bug-Fix] Fixed translation support for default placeholders.
1.1.0
- [Pro-Feature] Added an option to disable FormLayer branding in confirmation emails.
- [Feature] Added a drag-and-drop form builder.
- [Improvement] Improved compatibility with environments where the PHP mbstring.
1.0.9
- [Security Fix] On one request more than required data was being sent, that has been fixed, Issue reported by Vaibhav Narkhede [WPScan]
- [Bug-Fix] A Minor UI fix that was preventing user from going back from the form builder.
- [Task] Tested with WordPress 7.1.
1.0.8
- [Pro Feature] Added end-user email confirmation feature.
- [Feature] Added form migration from other plugins.
- [Improvement] Added a placeholder for the Phone field.
- [Bug Fix] Fixed an issue where the text color of some premium fields could not be changed.
1.0.7
- [Security-Fix] A Security issue reported by Ananda Dhakal (Patchstack) has been fixed.
1.0.6
- [Feature] Added dynamic Merge Tags for the email notification body.
- [Improvement] Added HTML email support with Plain Text/HTML format selection for Email Notifications.
- [Bug-Fix] There was an issue with CAPTCHA switching in the form settings. This has been fixed.
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FAQ
FormLayer: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 26, 2026
Is FormLayer free?
Yes. FormLayer is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is FormLayer safe to use in 2026?
FormLayer is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 100K+ sites and was last updated 4 days ago, and scores 75/100 on our health check.
How many websites use FormLayer?
FormLayer is active on 100K+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 163,830 times since it launched in May 2026. It was downloaded 56,652 times in the last 30 days.
Does FormLayer work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested FormLayer up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.0 or newer.
When was FormLayer last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.1, was released on September 22, 2026 (4 days ago).
Who makes FormLayer?
FormLayer is developed and maintained by Softaculous.
What are the best alternatives to FormLayer?
The most popular alternatives to FormLayer are Contact Form 7 (10M+ installs), Akismet Anti-spam: Spam Pro… (5M+ installs) and WPForms (5M+ installs).
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