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[youtube https:\/\/youtu.be\/XeN_dRkHBpY]<\/p>\n\n

FormLight<\/a> Lite empowers WordPress users to build professional custom forms without coding. Features include:<\/p>\n\n

\u2705 Gutenberg block<\/strong> for form building with live preview in the editor\n\u2705 AJAX-powered submissions<\/strong> for better user experience\n\u2705 Responsive design<\/strong> that works on all devices\n\u2705 Customizable styling<\/strong> and validation\n\u2705 Secure data handling<\/strong> and GDPR compliance\n\u2705 Admin settings panel<\/strong> for easy configuration\n\u2705 Submissions & Entries management<\/strong> (view, delete, export CSV)<\/p>\n\n

\ud83d\udd25 Upgrade to FormLight Pro<\/strong><\/a> for pre-built templates, email notifications, and integrations with Mailchimp, Google Sheets, PayPal, Stripe, Zapier. FormLight Pro is available with Business and Developer licenses.<\/p>\n\n

Perfect for businesses, bloggers, and developers who need reliable form solutions.<\/p>\n\n

External Services<\/h3>\n\n

FormLight Lite communicates with the following external service operated by the plugin author (wpmeal.com):<\/p>\n\n

Pro Upgrade Notice Service<\/strong>\n* URL:<\/strong> https:\/\/wpmeal.com\/formlight\/wplb.json\n* Purpose:<\/strong> Displays a dismissible admin notice about FormLight Pro features (shown once per user)\n* Data Sent:<\/strong> WordPress version, PHP version, plugin version (via standard HTTP headers)\n* Frequency:<\/strong> One-time display in admin, user can dismiss permanently\n* Privacy Policy:<\/strong> https:\/\/wpmeal.com\/formlight\/privacy-policy.php\n* Terms of Service:<\/strong> https:\/\/wpmeal.com\/formlight\/terms-of-use.php<\/p>\n\n

Addons Store Service<\/strong>\n* URL:<\/strong> https:\/\/wpmeal.com\/formlight\/formlight-addons.json\n* Purpose:<\/strong> Retrieves list of available premium addons for display in admin\n* Data Sent:<\/strong> Standard HTTP request headers only\n* Frequency:<\/strong> When viewing FormLight addons page in WordPress admin\n* Privacy Policy:<\/strong> https:\/\/wpmeal.com\/formlight\/privacy-policy.php\n* Terms of Service:<\/strong> https:\/\/wpmeal.com\/formlight\/terms-of-use.php<\/p>\n\n

These services do not collect or store personal information. Only basic server logs (IP address, user agent) are recorded as part of standard web server operations.<\/p>\n\n

Credits<\/h3>\n\n

FormLight includes the following third-party libraries:<\/p>\n\n

    \n
  • jQuery formBuilder (MIT License) - https:\/\/formbuilder.online\/ (by Kevin Chappell)<\/li>\n
  • mi18n (MIT License) - https:\/\/github.com\/Draggable\/mi18n (by Kevin Chappell)<\/li>\n
  • Bootstrap CSS (MIT License) - https:\/\/getbootstrap.com\/<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

    All libraries are GPL-compatible and used under their respective licenses.<\/p>\n\n\n

      \n
    1. Upload the formlight<\/code> folder to the \/wp-content\/plugins\/<\/code> directory<\/li>\n
    2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress<\/li>\n
    3. Go to FormLight settings in the admin panel to configure integrations<\/li>\n
    4. Add the FormLight block to any page or post in the Gutenberg editor to create your form<\/li>\n
    5. Publish the page\/post to make the form live<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n
      \n

      How do I create a form?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      Add the FormLight block to your page\/post in the Gutenberg editor. Configure the form fields directly in the block toolbar with live preview.<\/p><\/dd>\n

      What integrations are supported?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      Upgrade to FormLight Pro for integrations with Mailchimp, Google Sheets, PayPal, Stripe, and Zapier.<\/p><\/dd>\n

      Is it mobile responsive?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      Yes, all forms are fully responsive and work on all devices.<\/p><\/dd>\n

      Can I customize the form styling?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      Yes, you can customize the styling through the FormLight block settings in the Gutenberg editor.<\/p><\/dd>\n

      Is FormLight GDPR compliant?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      Yes, FormLight handles data securely and provides deletion options. Ensure forms include consent checkboxes and link to your privacy policy.<\/p><\/dd>\n

      Why don't I see the FormLight block?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      Ensure you are using the Block Editor (Gutenberg), not Classic Editor. The FormLight block should appear in the blocks inserter.<\/p><\/dd>\n

      Where do entries go?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      All submissions are inside FormLight \u2192 FormLight Entries.<\/p><\/dd>\n

      Does the form send email?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      Email notifications are available in FormLight Pro.<\/p><\/dd>\n

      What if my form isn't saving submissions?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      Check WordPress debug logs for errors and ensure the FormLight block is properly configured with required fields.<\/p><\/dd>\n

      Is user data secure?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      Yes, FormLight uses WordPress security standards and GDPR-compliant handling.<\/p><\/dd>\n

      How do I develop addons for FormLight?<\/h3><\/dt>\n

      See the addons development guide at https:\/\/github.com\/wpmeal\/formlight-addon-example<\/p><\/dd>\n\n<\/dl>\n\n\n

      1.0.8<\/h4>\n\n
        \n
      • Adjust title and description of readme.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

        1.0.7<\/h4>\n\n
          \n
        • Updated TinyMCE from v4.9.11 (2020) to v7.5.1 for better security and support<\/li>\n
        • Updated Quill.js to v2.0.2 for improved rich text editing<\/li>\n
        • Enhanced updater class code quality to meet WordPress.org standards<\/li>\n
        • Removed unused update checker methods (check_for_update, plugin_info)<\/li>\n
        • Streamlined updater to focus on pro upgrade notices only<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

          1.0.6<\/h4>\n\n
            \n
          • Added External Services documentation for WordPress.org compliance<\/li>\n
          • Documented Pro upgrade notice service and addons store service<\/li>\n
          • Removed Stripe.js from Lite version (Pro feature only)<\/li>\n
          • Fixed JavaScript error for undefined wplb_stripe variable<\/li>\n
          • Fixed double slash in language file paths<\/li>\n
          • Changed author name to match WordPress.org username<\/li>\n
          • Prepared for WordPress.org submission<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

            1.0.5<\/h4>\n\n
              \n
            • CDN removal - all assets now bundled locally<\/li>\n
            • TinyMCE and Quill.js included in plugin<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

              1.0.4<\/h4>\n\n
                \n
              • Reset plugin name<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                1.0.3<\/h4>\n\n
                  \n
                • addons integration bug fixed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                  1.0.2<\/h4>\n\n
                    \n
                  • adjustments for plugin check pcp<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                    1.0.1<\/h4>\n\n
                      \n
                    • Readme and screenshots preparing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n

                      1.0.0<\/h4>\n\n
                        \n
                      • Initial lite release<\/li>\n
                      • Gutenberg block for building forms with live preview in the editor<\/li>\n
                      • Settings panel for plugin configuration<\/li>\n
                      • Submissions & Entries management (view, delete, export CSV)<\/li>\n
                      • AJAX form submissions<\/li>\n
                      • Responsive design<\/li>\n
                      • FAQ and support documentation included<\/li>\n
                      • Upgrade to FormLight Pro for templates, email notifications, and integrations<\/li>\n<\/ul>","raw_excerpt":"Clean, easy-to-use form builder with drag-and-drop fields. Pro adds templates & integrates with Mailchimp, Stripe, PayPal, Google Sheets, Zapier.","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin\/265346","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/plugin"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=265346"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wporg\/v1\/users\/wphope"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=265346"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"plugin_section","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_section?post=265346"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_tags","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_tags?post=265346"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_category?post=265346"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_contributors","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_contributors?post=265346"},{"taxonomy":"plugin_business_model","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/plugin_business_model?post=265346"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}