Getting Started with Jotform

Getting Started with Jotform

First-time Jotform users often ask how to create a simple form, how to set up email notifications, how to embed a form on a website, how to test the form to see if it's working, and how to view responses in email and Jotform Inbox....

When you register for a Jotform account, you will be asked to provide your email address. If you signed up with your Google or Facebook account, Jotform will use your Gmail or registered email address with Facebook as your primary email address....

How many times have you kept a form you don't need because you thought you might need it later? Luckily, you can always archive the forms you don't need at the moment but might need them later for some purpose. Archive Forms In My Forms...

Form themes give you the ability to make your forms look amazing with a simple click of a button. Jotform offers a large collection of inspired, creative, and stunningly designed form themes. Follow the directions below to apply themes to your...

Form Templates are a go-to solution for many first-time Jotform users. Whether you’re looking for a template to get started with, a form that closely matches your requirements, or if you just like the design, templates are the easiest way to...

Jotform has any type of Form Element you may need. Take a look at the complete list below and get a brief description of each. Quick Elements Place at the top for convenience, Quick Elements...

Jotform 4.0 was built around the idea that making forms should be a breeze. The main goal was to create effortless forms anytime, anywhere, and on any device. You may have seen the improvements we had back when we launched Jotform 3.0, but the...

This guide explains how usage limits work for you to manage your account better. For a quick breakdown of the limits for each plan, visit the Features and Pricing page. How to View Your Current...

Jotform has many stylized themes for you to choose from. They allow you to quickly choose a professional style without spending too much time making it look professional. To add a theme to your form, check out our guide on How to Apply a Theme to...

Advanced Designer is a powerful design tool that gives you full control over your form designs. You can design your form using the many options in our Form Designer’s intuitive interface. To...

When registering to Jotform, you only need to provide your email address. Jotform will automatically create a username for you. To change your username, follow the steps below. Updating...

Yes, Jotform is free. The Starter (Free) plan is basically a free trial that gives you access to most of the features that paid subscriptions have to offer. The main difference is the usage limits. For example, in the Free plan, your account can...

The Starter plan of Jotform allows you to use most of Jotform's products and features for free. You can use this to try out Jotform as much as you like -- all you have to do is create a Jotform account. There's also a heap of helpful information,...

Your form's font size is important on many levels. Similar to choosing a font face, the font size will also improve the readability and design of your form. It's always a good idea to consider your form's visual impact based on your target...

Web-friendly fonts can easily supplement the readability and design of your web forms. However, you shouldn't base your font choices solely on looks. It's always a good idea to look into your user's perspective. At Jotform, we've searched and...

As soon as a form is created, the form builder also creates a URL. Whenever you're ready to publish your form, you can grab the URL in two simple steps below. In Form Builder, click on Publish at the top. Under Quick Share, click on Copy...

What's so important about changing the status of your forms? Consider this example - a client may want you to start a particular form on December 16th to use for a Christmas sale and, after the sale, pause the form until next year. Using the...

You may encounter a few different form errors in Jotform and the error meaning depends on the message. Below is a list of common errors you may encounter on your form. The following list is limited to standard form errors. If you encounter...

Jotform can send you a monthly newsletter or an occasional educational, inspirational, and promotional emails. These emails may contain updates to our features, newest releases and partnerships. If you're already receiving these emails and want to...

This guide shows how to delete your Jotform account. The process requires you to provide your Jotform password. If you forgot your password, you can reset it to get a new one. To learn more, see Resetting Your Jotform Password....

If you forgot your password, this guide shows how to reset it and create a new one. Although not required, it is advisable to choose a strong password for your account. To reset your Jotform account password...

When you post a question to our Support Forum, you get a reply via email. Users often reply straight from their emails and attach files, documents, or screenshots. However, our Support Forum doesn't accept any of these email attachments, so to...