Expiration Date and Time

Need your form to stop accepting responses after a deadline? In ChatGPT, you can set an expiration date and time by describing when the form should close. This is useful for RSVPs, applications, signups, and limited-time offers. Review the form after the change, then publish when it is ready.

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Set an expiry, close submissions on time, protect your data, reduce late entries, and automate form control so people see the deadline and submit before it ends.

Set a deadline that closes the form automatically

Choose when your form should stop accepting submissions. A clear deadline helps you avoid late responses and keeps your workflow consistent for time-sensitive forms.

Pick the exact date and time

Tell ChatGPT when your form should close, including the time. This is particularly helpful for events, contests, and application windows where a firm cutoff is necessary and manual submission monitoring is not feasible.

Confirm the form closes the way you expect

After setting the expiration, preview the form and test what happens before and after the deadline. This helps you catch issues early, like a cutoff that is too soon or a time that needs adjustment.

Show a clear message after the deadline

Ask to display a simple message that explains the form is closed and what to do next. This is useful for event registration, booking requests, or any form that fills up quickly.

Example prompts

  • “After expiration, show: ‘Registration is closed. Contact us for help.’”
  • “Set this form to expire on February 10 at 6:00 PM.”
  • “Change the expiration to Friday at noon and add a short ‘closed’ message.”

Frequently Asked Questions

All your questions about Jotform — answered. Check out our FAQs for answers to common questions, or contact our support team for further information.

Can I set the expiration date and time by prompt in ChatGPT?

Yes. Tell ChatGPT the date and time you want the form to close, then preview the form to confirm the deadline is correct.

What happens when the form reaches its expiration time?

The form stops accepting new submissions. It is a good idea to preview the form and confirm what respondents see after the cutoff.

Can I change the deadline later?

Yes. You can update the expiration date and time at any point, then review the form again to make sure the new cutoff matches your needs.

Can I add a message that appears when the form is closed?

Yes. Ask for a short message that explains the form is no longer available and what the respondent should do next.

Can I change theme, layout, and styling without leaving the conversation?

Yes. You can request design updates in the same chat, then preview the form to confirm everything looks right before publishing.