Forms are an essential part of any website, allowing users to interact with the content and provide valuable information. In Webflow, forms can be easily created and integrated into your website.
But where do these forms go once they are submitted? Let’s take a closer look.
Submitting Forms in Webflow
When a user submits a form on your Webflow website, the data is sent to Webflow’s servers for processing. This means that you don’t have to worry about setting up your own backend infrastructure or dealing with complicated server configurations. Webflow takes care of all the heavy lifting for you.
Form Handling Options in Webflow
Webflow offers different options for handling form submissions. By default, form submissions are stored in your project’s CMS (Content Management System) collection as entries. You can access these entries by going to the “Forms” tab in the Designer or navigating to your project’s settings in the Editor.
However, if you prefer to use third-party services like Zapier or integrate with other tools, you can easily set up custom form actions using Webflow’s built-in integrations or custom code.
Viewing Form Submissions
To view and manage form submissions within Webflow, follow these steps:
1. Open your project in the Webflow Designer. 2. Click on the “Forms” tab at the top of the page.
3. Select the specific form you want to view submissions for. 4. You’ll see a list of all submissions received so far, including relevant information like date and time, IP address, and user input.
Exporting Form Submissions
If you need to export form submissions for further analysis or integration with external tools, Webflow allows you to export submission data as a CSV file. To export form submissions:
1. Go to the “Forms” tab and select the desired form. Click on the “Export CSV” button located at the top right corner of the submissions list. Your form submissions will be downloaded as a CSV file, which you can open in spreadsheet software like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
Customizing Form Submission Notifications
Webflow provides options for customizing the notifications you receive when a form submission is submitted. By default, you’ll receive an email notification that contains the user’s input and other relevant details. However, you can modify this email template to suit your needs.
To customize form submission notifications:
1. Click on the “Form settings” button located at the top right corner of the Designer. Under the “Notifications” section, you can customize the email subject, recipient(s), and message body.
Conclusion
Webflow simplifies form handling by taking care of server-side processing for you. With Webflow’s intuitive interface and powerful features, managing form submissions becomes a breeze. Whether you want to store submissions in your CMS collection or integrate with third-party services, Webflow offers flexibility and customization options to suit your needs.
So next time you create a form in Webflow, rest assured knowing that your data is securely stored and easily accessible within Webflow’s platform.