Overview
Jotform is a comprehensive online form builder and data collection platform designed to simplify the creation, management, and analysis of various types of forms. It offers a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface, extensive customization options, and powerful automation features to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
Main Purpose and Target User Group
- Main Purpose: To enable users to easily create professional-looking online forms, collect data, accept payments, and automate processes without requiring any coding knowledge.
- Target User Group: Individuals, small businesses, enterprises, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and various professionals across industries (e.g., healthcare, government, marketing, sales) who need to collect information, manage registrations, conduct surveys, process orders, or automate data-driven tasks.
Function Details and Operations
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Form Builder
- Drag-and-Drop Interface: Intuitive visual builder for creating forms quickly.
- Templates: A vast library of pre-designed templates for various purposes (e.g., application forms, registration forms, contact forms, order forms, survey forms, PDF templates, sign templates, AI Agent templates, board templates).
- Customization: Ability to style forms with custom logos, fonts, colors, and themes.
- Conditional Logic: Implement rules to show or hide form fields based on user input, creating dynamic and personalized experiences.
- Widgets: Add advanced functionalities like e-signatures, file uploads, appointment schedulers, and more.
- Mobile Responsiveness: Forms are automatically optimized for display on all devices.
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Data Collection & Management
- Jotform Tables: Spreadsheet-like interface for organizing, analyzing, and managing collected data.
- Jotform Inbox: Centralized hub for viewing and managing form submissions.
- Jotform Mobile App: Collect data offline and manage forms on the go.
- Prefill Forms: Automatically populate form fields with existing data.
- Assign Forms: Easily share forms with specific individuals for completion.
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Payment Processing
- Integrated Payment Gateways: Accept online payments directly through forms with popular processors like PayPal, Stripe, Square, Authorize.Net, Apple Pay & Google Pay, Mollie, Venmo, and Paysafe.
- Product Selling: Create order forms for selling products or services.
- Donations & Fees: Collect donations or various fees securely.
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Automation & Integrations
- 150+ Integrations: Seamlessly connect forms with popular business applications across various categories:
- CRM: Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho CRM, ActiveCampaign, Pipedrive, Zendesk, Insightly, Keap, EngageBay.
- Storage: Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, Box, Egnyte, FTP, Galleria.
- Email Marketing: Constant Contact, Mailchimp, ActiveCampaign, AWeber, Campaign Monitor, GetResponse, Google Contacts, iContact.
- Collaboration & Productivity: Microsoft Teams, Slack, Zoom, Google Calendar.
- Automation Platforms: Zapier, Make, IFTTT, Microsoft Power Automate, Webhooks, ChatGPT, Unito, Pabbly Connect, Tray.io, Omnisend.
- Jotform Workflows: Design and automate multi-step approval processes and data routing.
- 150+ Integrations: Seamlessly connect forms with popular business applications across various categories:
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Specialized Products & Features
- Jotform Sign: Create legally binding e-signature documents.
- Jotform Apps: Build no-code mobile apps to house multiple forms and resources.
- Jotform Store Builder: Create online stores to sell products.
- Jotform Report Builder: Generate visual reports from form data.
- Smart PDF Forms: Convert existing PDFs into online forms.
- Jotform AI Agents: AI-powered chatbots for customer service and data collection (e.g., WordPress Agent).
- Jotform Boards: Kanban-style boards for project management and task tracking.
- HIPAA Forms: Secure forms compliant with healthcare regulations.
- Secure Forms: Enhanced security features for data protection.
- Jotform Enterprise: Dedicated support, advanced security, and custom solutions for large organizations.
User Benefits
- Increased Efficiency: Automate data collection and workflows, saving time and reducing manual effort.
- Improved Data Quality: Standardized forms and validation rules ensure accurate and consistent data.
- Enhanced User Experience: Create engaging and easy-to-fill forms that improve completion rates.
- Cost Savings: Reduce reliance on paper forms and manual processes.
- Scalability: Adapt to growing data collection needs with flexible plans and features.
- Accessibility: Create forms accessible to a wider audience, including those with disabilities.
- Professionalism: Design polished and branded forms that reflect a professional image.
- Data-Driven Decisions: Utilize collected data for insights and informed decision-making.
Compatibility and Integration
- Web-Based Platform: Accessible from any web browser on any operating system.
- Mobile App: Available for iOS and Android devices for on-the-go form management and data collection.
- Extensive Integrations: Connects with hundreds of third-party applications across various categories (CRM, payment, storage, email marketing, automation, etc.) to create a seamless ecosystem.
- API: Provides an API for custom integrations and advanced development.
Customer Feedback and Case Studies
- Trusted by over 30 million users globally.
- Highly rated on platforms like G2, Capterra, and Software Advice (e.g., 4.7/5.0 on G2, 4.7/5.0 on Capterra).
- Features customer stories and case studies showcasing successful implementations across various industries (e.g., government, healthcare, education, non-profits, small businesses).
Access and Activation Method
- Website Access: Users can sign up and access the platform directly through the Jotform website (www.jotform.com).
- Sign-Up Options: Free sign-up available using email, Google account, or Microsoft account.
- Pricing Tiers: Offers various pricing plans, including a free tier, and paid subscriptions with increasing features and submission limits.
- Jotform Enterprise: Dedicated sales contact for enterprise-level solutions and custom pricing.
