How to Import a Contact Form in WordPress

How to Import a Contact Form in WordPress

Do you want to import a WPForms contact form into your website?

If you’ve exported a form that you need to restore, we’ve got you covered.

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We’re going to show you various ways to achieve this goal:

Importing Forms From WPForms

When you export a form from WPForms, you’ll download a JSON file. You can use that file to recreate the form on the same site, or create an exact copy on a totally different site.

Remember: if you want to export from one site and export to the other, you’ll need a license that allows you to install WPForms on both sites. You may need to upgrade your WPForms license to make sure that both sites support the form.

To start, go to WPForms » Tools.

WPForms tools menu

On the Import tab, under WPForms Import, browse for your JSON file and select it.

Hit Import to start the process.

Import JSON file to import contact form in WPForms

If your form imports correctly, you’ll see a success message and a link to view your newly imported form.

This method works great for a single form or multiple. They can all be uploaded at the same time.

Next, let’s look at the process if you want to import a form from Contact Form 7.

Importing Forms From Contact Form 7

Are you finding Contact Form 7 tricky to use?

Contact Form 7 form builder

If you want to move on to a modern drag and drop and form builder, it’s easy.

WPForms supports form imports from Contact Form 7. This makes it easy to switch to the best form builder for WordPress without losing your existing forms.

First, check that Contact Form 7 is still activated on your site.

Then, head to the WForms Tools menu and locate the Import From Other Form Plugins section.

Import from Other Form Plugins export Contact Form 7 to import into WPForms

Select Contact Form 7 from the dropdown and follow the instructions. WPForms will automatically import your forms and let you know if there are any issues you might need to review.

Issues during form import

Check out our guide on importing Contact Form 7 into WordPress if you need more help.

Importing Forms From Ninja Forms

WPForms also supports importing directly from Ninja Forms so you can directly compare WPForms vs Ninja Forms.

This process is similar to the process for importing Contact Form 7 forms that we described above.

First, make sure that WPForms and Ninja Forms are both activated on your site. Then, in the Tools menu in WPForms, start the import.

Import forms from Ninja Forms in WordPress

WPForms will automatically detect your old forms and ask you which ones you’d like to copy over to WPForms.

Import Ninja Forms into WPForms

Once the wizard is complete, WPForms will let you know if there are any fields that can’t be fully converted. This helps you to do a manual check to make sure your form works as intended.

Importing Forms From Pirate Forms

If you’re using Pirate Forms, you’re in luck! There’s a built-in migration tool that’ll copy everything over to WPForms, including your existing forms.

Click the Migrate to WPForms button to start the process.

Start the migration from Pirate Forms to WPForms

And that’s it! Now you know how to import WordPress forms from different plugins and file formats.

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Next, Keep Your Website Healthy

Running a WordPress website is pretty easy most of the time. But you’ll want to keep up with regular maintenance so that your site stays fast and secure.

Ready to build your form? Get started today with the easiest WordPress form builder plugin. WPForms Pro includes lots of free templates and offers a 14-day money-back guarantee.

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Claire Broadley

Claire is the Content Manager for the WPForms team. She has 13+ years' experience writing about WordPress and web hosting. Learn More

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4 comments on “How to Import a Contact Form in WordPress

  1. But there’s still no ability to import a gravity form into wpforms? I just switched over and that ability would save me tens of hours.

    1. Hey Meg, Currently, we do not have a built-in method of migrating Gravity Forms into WPForms.

      However, I’ve noted your interest in this feature and added your email to our list to receive updates about this feature.

      Thanks!

  2. More than 2 years on since Meg Geddes comment …I have the same situation but with HappyForms. If you folks are serious about converting users of other form making plugins to using WPForms why so little progress with enabling imports from other major plugin providers?

    1. Thank you for your feedback regarding our form importer. We understand the importance of a smooth transition when you switch to WPForms.

      We’d love to hear more about your specific requirements for HappyForms imports, and our Trusted Advisors can help you to make a successful switch. Please submit a support ticket and they will get back to you as soon as possible (usually within 1 working day).

      Thanks for reaching out!

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