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We’re going to show you various ways to achieve this goal:
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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.
On the Import tab, under WPForms Import, browse for your JSON file and select it.
Hit Import to start the process.
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?
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.
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.
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.
WPForms will automatically detect your old forms and ask you which ones you’d like to copy over to 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.
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.
- Check out these important WordPress maintenance tasks. We made a handy checklist so you can schedule your own routine maintenance sessions.
- You can also create a low-maintenance WordPress site to keep admin hassle to the minimum.
- And if you really don’t want to deal with managing your site, check out these WordPress maintenance services. They’ll do it for you!
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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.
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!
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?
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!