ChatterForms

Description

ChatterForms is a powerful form solution that brings HIPAA-compliant patient intake, consent forms, e-signatures, payments, and appointment scheduling directly to your WordPress site. Built specifically for healthcare providers, legal professionals, and service businesses that need secure, compliant data collection.

🏥 Perfect for Healthcare & Professional Services

  • Patient Intake Forms – Collect medical history, insurance information, and contact details securely
  • Consent Forms – Legally binding consent with e-signature capability
  • Appointment Scheduling – Book appointments with calendar integration
  • Payment Collection – Accept payments via Stripe with zero platform fees
  • HIPAA Compliance – HIPAA plans start at $15.99/mo

✨ Key Features

  • HIPAA Compliant – Full HIPAA compliance for healthcare data
  • E-Signatures – Legally binding electronic signatures
  • Stripe Payments – Accept payments with no platform fees
  • Appointment Scheduling – Integrated calendar booking
  • AI Form Builder – Create forms from text descriptions
  • PDF/URL Cloning – Extract forms from existing PDFs or web pages
  • Conditional Logic – Show/hide fields based on user input
  • Custom Styling – Match your brand with custom colors and fonts
  • Form Analytics – Track submissions and analyze responses
  • Email Notifications – Automated notifications for submissions
  • Mobile Responsive – Perfect display on all devices
  • Auto-Height – Forms automatically resize to fit content

💼 Use Cases

  • Medical Practices – Patient intake, consent forms, appointment booking
  • Dental Offices – New patient forms, treatment consent, payment collection
  • Legal Firms – Client intake, service agreements, e-signature documents
  • Therapy & Counseling – Confidential intake forms, session scheduling
  • Service Businesses – Consultation booking, service agreements, payments

🚀 How It Works

  1. Create an account at ChatterForms.com
  2. Build your form using AI, templates, or from scratch
  3. Copy the form ID from your ChatterForms dashboard
  4. Embed in WordPress using shortcode or Gutenberg block
  5. Collect submissions securely in your ChatterForms dashboard

🎯 Why ChatterForms?

  • HIPAA Plans – HIPAA compliance starting at $15.99/mo
  • Zero Platform Fees – Keep 100% of payment revenue
  • All-in-One – Forms, payments, e-signatures, and scheduling in one platform
  • Easy Integration – Simple embed with shortcode or Gutenberg block
  • Secure & Compliant – HIPAA-compliant infrastructure for healthcare data

🔗 Useful Links

Development

The Gutenberg block editor script in blocks/chatterform/build/index.js is generated. The human-readable source ships in this plugin.

  • Unminified source: blocks/chatterform/index.js
  • Styles: blocks/chatterform/style.css
  • Build tool: @wordpress/scripts. From this plugin directory, run npm install, then npm run build. Output is written to blocks/chatterform/build/.

Additional Information

Getting Started Video

Watch our 2-minute setup tutorial to see how easy it is to embed HIPAA-compliant forms in WordPress.

Features in Detail

HIPAA Compliance
ChatterForms is built from the ground up for healthcare compliance. All data is encrypted in transit and at rest, with Business Associate Agreements (BAA) available for HIPAA plans. Perfect for:
* Patient intake forms
* Medical history questionnaires
* Consent for treatment
* Insurance information collection
* Telehealth intake

Payment Processing
Integrated Stripe payments with zero platform fees. Collect:
* Appointment deposits
* Consultation fees
* Service payments
* Co-pays and deductibles
* Product purchases

E-Signatures
Legally binding electronic signatures compliant with ESIGN Act and UETA. Perfect for:
* Consent forms
* Service agreements
* Treatment authorizations
* Privacy policies
* Legal contracts

Appointment Scheduling
Integrated calendar booking system:
* Real-time availability
* Automatic confirmations
* Timezone handling
* Reminder notifications
* Calendar sync

Security & Privacy

  • Encrypted Storage – All form data encrypted at rest
  • Secure Transmission – TLS 1.3 encryption
  • HIPAA Compliant – Full compliance with BAA available
  • No Data Stored in WordPress – All submissions stored securely in ChatterForms
  • Origin Validation – PostMessage security with origin checking

Support & Documentation

  • Email Support: support@chatterforms.com
  • Documentation: chatterforms.com/help
  • WordPress Plugin Forum: Use the support tab on WordPress.org
  • Response Time: Within 24 hours for all inquiries

Pricing Transparency

The WordPress plugin is 100% free with no hidden fees. ChatterForms subscription required:
* Free Plan – $0 – Basic forms with branding
* Basic Plan – $9.99/mo – Remove branding, custom styling
* HIPAA Plan – $15.99/mo – Full HIPAA compliance
* Pro Plan – $29.99/mo – Advanced features, priority support

View pricing

Why Healthcare Providers Choose ChatterForms

  • All-in-One – No need for separate tools for forms, payments, signatures, and scheduling
  • Easy to Use – AI-powered form builder, no coding required
  • Professional – Clean, modern forms that match your brand
  • Compliant – Built specifically for healthcare with HIPAA in mind
  • Reliable – 99.9% uptime, secure infrastructure

Screenshots

Blocks

This plugin provides 1 block.

  • ChatterForms Embed ChatterForms with HIPAA compliance, payments, and e-signatures

Installation

Automatic Installation

  1. Log in to your WordPress admin panel
  2. Go to Plugins > Add New
  3. Search for “ChatterForms”
  4. Click Install Now and then Activate

Manual Installation

  1. Download the plugin ZIP file
  2. Log in to your WordPress admin panel
  3. Go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin
  4. Choose the ZIP file and click Install Now
  5. Click Activate Plugin

Setup

  1. Create a ChatterForms account at chatterforms.com
  2. Build your form in the ChatterForms dashboard
  3. Copy your form ID (format: form_1234567890_abc123)
  4. Embed in WordPress using either method below:

Method 1: Gutenberg Block (Recommended) 1. Edit any page or post 2. Click the + button to add a block 3. Search for “ChatterForms” 4. Paste your form ID or full URL 5. Configure height and width settings 6. Publish!

Method 2: Shortcode [chatterform id="form_1234567890_abc123" height="auto" width="100%"]

FAQ

Do I need a ChatterForms account?

Yes. ChatterForms is a SaaS platform that handles form creation, HIPAA compliance, payment processing, and data storage. You’ll need to create an account at chatterforms.com to create and manage your forms.

Is this really HIPAA compliant?

Yes! ChatterForms provides full HIPAA compliance including Business Associate Agreements (BAA), encrypted data storage, and secure transmission. HIPAA plans start at $15.99/mo. Learn more about HIPAA compliance.

How much does it cost?

ChatterForms offers flexible pricing:
* Free Plan – Basic forms with ChatterForms branding
* Basic Plan – $9.99/mo – Remove branding, custom styling
* HIPAA Plan – $15.99/mo – Full HIPAA compliance + BAA
* Pro Plan – $29.99/mo – Advanced features, priority support

The WordPress plugin itself is 100% free. View full pricing.

Can I accept payments?

Yes! ChatterForms integrates with Stripe for payment collection with zero platform fees. You keep 100% of your revenue (minus standard Stripe fees). Perfect for appointment deposits, consultation fees, or service payments.

Does this work with e-signatures?

Yes! ChatterForms includes legally binding e-signature fields. Perfect for consent forms, service agreements, and legal documents. E-signatures are included in all paid plans.

Can I schedule appointments?

Yes! ChatterForms includes appointment scheduling with calendar integration. Patients can book appointments directly through your embedded form.

Will forms work on mobile?

Absolutely! All ChatterForms are fully responsive and work perfectly on mobile devices, tablets, and desktops. The plugin automatically adjusts form height and width for optimal mobile display.

Can I customize the form appearance?

Yes! ChatterForms offers extensive customization:
* Custom colors (background, fonts, buttons)
* Custom fonts and font sizes
* Logo upload with positioning
* Field-level styling
* Match your brand perfectly

How do I control the form width?

Use the width parameter in the Gutenberg block settings or shortcode:
* width="100%" – Full width (default)
* width="75%" – Large centered form
* width="50%" – Medium centered form
* width="33%" – Small centered form

Example: [chatterform id="form_123" width="75%"]

What about form analytics?

ChatterForms includes powerful analytics:
* Submission tracking and trends
* Field-level insights
* Custom analysis and reports
* Export submissions to CSV
* All accessible from your ChatterForms dashboard

Is there a form limit?

No! Create unlimited forms on all plans. The free plan includes unlimited forms with ChatterForms branding.

Can I use conditional logic?

Yes! Show or hide fields based on user responses. Perfect for dynamic forms that adapt to user input.

What if I need help?

  • Documentation: Visit chatterforms.com/help
  • Support: Email support@chatterforms.com
  • WordPress Plugin Support: Use the support forum on WordPress.org

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Contributors & Developers

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Changelog

1.0.3 – October 3, 2026

  • Remove comparative pricing claims from the plugin description
  • Escape Gutenberg block output before it is returned

1.0.2 – October 1, 2026

  • Bundle the block placeholder image inside the plugin
  • Document the unminified block source and build steps
  • Mark tested up to WordPress 7.1

1.0.1 – March 23, 2026

  • WordPress.org Plugin Check fixes: removed debug code, added translators comment, readme name alignment
  • Plugin Check compliance improvements

1.0.0 – March 3, 2026

  • Initial release
  • Shortcode support with auto-height
  • Gutenberg block with visual editor
  • Width control (100%, 75%, 50%, 33%)
  • PostMessage height adjustment for dynamic content
  • Security: CSP and X-Frame-Options handling
  • Mobile responsive design
  • Loading states and error handling
  • Admin settings page
  • Translation ready