Are you looking to add a contact form to your website built on Webflow? Look no further, as I will guide you through the process of linking a contact form on Webflow step by step.
Step 1: Create a Contact Form
To start, you need to create a contact form in Webflow. You can either design your own form using Webflow’s built-in form elements or use a pre-designed contact form template. Whichever method you choose, make sure to include all the necessary fields such as name, email address, and message box.
Designing Your Own Form
If you decide to design your own form, you can use Webflow’s Form Block element. Simply drag and drop the Form Block onto your desired page or section.
Once added, customize the form by adding input fields for name and email address, as well as a textarea for the message box.
You can also style the form elements using Webflow’s styling options to match your website’s design. Don’t forget to add a submit button at the end of the form.
Using Pre-designed Templates
If you prefer using pre-designed templates, Webflow offers a wide range of options. Browse through their template library and choose a template that includes a contact form.
Once you’ve selected a template, customize it according to your needs by adding or removing fields.
Keep in mind that with pre-designed templates, you have less control over the design compared to designing your own form from scratch. However, this method can save you time and effort in creating a visually appealing contact form.
Step 2: Configure Your Form Settings
After creating your contact form, it’s time to configure its settings. Start by selecting the form element on your page and navigate to the right sidebar where you’ll find the settings panel.
Underline the form element by selecting it, then click on the “Settings” tab in the right sidebar.
In the settings panel, you can specify the form’s action.
This is where you define where your form data will be sent once submitted. You can choose to send it to an email address or integrate it with a third-party service such as Mailchimp or Zapier.
Step 3: Connect Your Form to an Email Service
If you want to receive form submissions directly to your email, you need to connect your contact form to an email service provider. Webflow supports various email services like Mailchimp and Google Sheets.
To connect your contact form to an email service:
- Create an account with your chosen email service provider if you haven’t already.
- Obtain the necessary credentials/API key from your email service provider.
- In Webflow, select the form element and go to its settings panel as explained in Step 2.
- Choose your preferred integration option (e.g., “Email” or “Zapier”) and follow the instructions provided by Webflow on how to connect your contact form with that specific service.
Step 4: Test Your Contact Form
Before publishing your website, it’s essential to test your contact form thoroughly. Fill out all the fields in the form and submit it. Check if you receive a confirmation message or notification through your chosen email service.
Step 5: Publish Your Website and Monitor Submissions
Once you’ve tested your contact form and everything is working as expected, it’s time to publish your website. Click on the “Publish” button in the top-right corner of the Webflow Designer.
After publishing, regularly monitor your form submissions either through your email service provider’s dashboard or any other integration you have set up. This will ensure that you don’t miss any important messages from your website visitors.
Congratulations! You have successfully linked a contact form on Webflow. Now you can start capturing inquiries, feedback, or any other information from your website visitors easily and efficiently.