Formidable API

Forms often collect information that then has to be copied by hand into another system. Formidable API removes that step. When someone submits or updates a form, the plugin can pass the data to a CRM, an email marketing tool, a payment gateway or a custom application, and it can start actions such as notifications or data syncing.

Setup happens in a dashboard that does not require coding, so it suits users with different levels of technical skill. You choose the request type, pick an authentication method and review the logs to see what was sent and received. The plugin is designed to work alongside Formidable Forms, which makes it a fit for sites already built on that form builder.

Features

• External service connections: Link your forms to CRMs, email marketing tools, payment gateways and other services, so submitted data flows to the systems you already use instead of being copied over manually.
• Submission-based triggers: Set triggers that run when a form is submitted. They can start actions like notifications, data syncing or custom API calls, so routine follow-up tasks happen automatically.
• Configurable API requests: Set up GET, POST, PUT and DELETE requests to control how your form data interacts with an external system, giving you direct say over each exchange.
• Real-time data syncing: Keep external databases and applications current by syncing data whenever users submit or update forms, rather than waiting for a manual export or import.
• Multiple authentication methods: Connect to APIs using API keys, OAuth or other authentication protocols, which gives you flexibility when working with services that each require a different kind of access.
• Secure data handling: The plugin is built with security best practices in mind, so sensitive user information is transmitted safely between your forms and the connected platforms.
• Code-free configuration dashboard: Set up integrations and automation from a straightforward dashboard. No coding is required, and the interface is designed for users of all technical levels.
• Logging and debugging: Built-in logs record API requests and responses, so you can monitor how integrations behave and track down problems when a connection does not work as expected.

Best for

• Sites already using Formidable Forms
• Businesses sending form data to CRMs and marketing tools
• Developers and freelancers building form integrations for clients