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HTML forms that just work
The contact form backend for static sites. Add working HTML forms to any website in 60 seconds — with spam protection, email delivery, and webhooks built in. No server code required.
60s setupreCAPTCHA & AltchaNo card requiredGDPR ready
Free forever plan • Pro plans from $9/month
contact-form.html
<!-- Your form, supercharged -->
<form action="https://api.staticforms.dev/submit"
method="POST">
<input type="hidden" name="apiKey"
value="your-api-key" />
<!-- Your fields here -->
</form>
Ready to receive submissions!
2.5M+
Forms sent
99.9%
Uptime
Works with React, Next.js, Vue, Hugo, Jekyll, Gatsby, Webflow, WordPress and every static site generator
- React
- Next.js
- Vue
- Hugo
- Jekyll
- Gatsby
- Webflow
- WordPress
25K+
Active Users
2.5M+
Forms Processed
99.9%
Uptime
150+
Countries Served
Everything You Need
Powerful features, zero complexity
Everything you need to handle contact forms professionally, without writing a single line of backend code.
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AI-Powered Auto-Reply
Intelligent, AI-powered responses using your knowledge base. Connect OpenAI, Anthropic, or Google AI.
NEWLightning Fast Setup
Copy, paste, done. Add our endpoint to any HTML form and start receiving submissions instantly.
60 secondsCAPTCHA Powered Protection
Choose your CAPTCHA: reCAPTCHA v2/v3 for broad coverage, Cloudflare Turnstile for low-friction protection, or Altcha for privacy-first, GDPR-friendly protection. Plus honeypot fields.
reCAPTCHA, Cloudflare Turnstile & AltchaInstant Email Delivery
Get form submissions delivered to your inbox immediately. Beautiful, readable email formatting.
InstantWebhook Integrations
Connect to Slack, Zapier, Make, or your own backend. Real-time data where you need it.
Any appFile Uploads
Accept file attachments with your forms. Images, documents, anything up to 5MB.
Up to 5MBGDPR Compliant
Full EU data protection compliance. Data export, deletion, consent management built-in.
Privacy firstCSV Export
Download all your form submissions as CSV anytime. Perfect for spreadsheets, CRMs, and offline analysis.
One-click exportCustom Sender Domain
Send confirmation emails from your own domain. Professional branding with SPF, DKIM, and DMARC support.
Your brandAnd much more: Auto-responders, form storage, CSV export, API access, child accounts, CC emails, domain restriction, and custom sender domains...
Simple 3-Step Process
Up and running in 60 seconds
No servers. No databases. No complicated setup. Just working forms.
1
Create Account
Sign up free in seconds. No credit card required. Get your unique API key instantly.
// Your API key const apiKey = "abc123...";
2
Add to Form
Point your form action to our endpoint. Works with plain HTML or any framework.
<form action="https://api.staticforms.dev/submit"
method="POST">
<input name="apiKey" value="YOUR_KEY">3
Receive Data
Get submissions via email instantly. CAPTCHA verified, spam filtered. View in dashboard or trigger webhooks.
✓ Email sent to you@email.com ✓ CAPTCHA verified ✔ ✓ Spam blocked by reCAPTCHA/Altcha
Try It FreeFree forever • No credit card required
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Simple Pricing
Start free, scale as you grow
No hidden fees. No surprise charges. Cancel anytime.
MonthlyYearlySave 2 months
Free
$0/forever
Perfect for personal projects and small websites
500
emails per month
- 500 emails per month
- Form submission storage (30 days)
- Basic form validation
- reCAPTCHA v2 spam protection
- Email notifications
- Simple integration
Most Popular
Pro
$7.5/mo
Billed Yearly $90
$9/month. 2 months free
For businesses that need more power and features
25,000
emails per month
- 25,000 emails per month
- File upload support (5MB)
- Longer form submission storage
- Child account management
- Autoresponder emails
- AI Reply (Bring Your Own Key)
- Webhook integrations
- CC Emails (up to 5 recipients)
- Domain restriction
- Custom email domain
- Remove email branding
- Advanced CAPTCHA (reCAPTCHA v3, Cloudflare Turnstile & Altcha)
- Priority email support
Agency
$16/mo
Billed Yearly $192
$19/month. 2 months free
For agencies managing multiple client projects
30,000
emails per month
- 30,000 emails per month
- Everything in Pro
- Unlimited team members
- Priority support
Need more volume?
Processing 50K+ submissions per month? Contact us for custom enterprise plans with volume discounts and dedicated support.
30-day money-back guarantee on all paid plans
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- Contextual, intelligent responses
- Bring Your Own Key (BYOK) - you control costs
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From: Your Company Name
Subject: Re: Product Inquiry
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Thank you for your interest in our Enterprise plan! Based on your requirements for 100+ team members, I'd be happy to help...
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about Static Forms.
How quickly can I set up Static Forms?
You can have your first form working in under 60 seconds. Simply register, get your API key, and add it to your form's action URL. No server setup, no complex configuration required.
Is there really a free plan forever?
Yes! Our free plan includes 500 form submissions per month forever. No credit card required, no time limits. It's perfect for personal projects, portfolios, and small websites.
How does CAPTCHA spam protection work?
We integrate with leading CAPTCHA providers to protect your forms. Free users get reCAPTCHA v2 (checkbox). Pro users unlock reCAPTCHA v3 (invisible, score-based), Cloudflare Turnstile (low-friction, privacy-friendly), and Altcha (privacy-first, GDPR-friendly - no user tracking). Plus, honeypot fields catch simple bots automatically.
Can I use this with any website platform?
Yes! Static Forms works with any platform that can create HTML forms: React, Vue, Angular, Jekyll, Hugo, Gatsby, WordPress, Webflow, Squarespace, and any static site generator. No plugins required.
How do I add a contact form to a Jekyll or Hugo site?
Drop a standard HTML <form> into your Markdown or layout, set the action to our submit endpoint, and include your API key as a hidden input. Because there is no JavaScript requirement, it works inside any Jekyll, Hugo, Eleventy, or Astro template without extra plugins.
Does Static Forms work with Next.js and React?
Yes. Point any React form — Next.js App Router, Pages Router, Vite + React, or Remix — at our API. You can submit with plain <form action> for progressive enhancement, or use fetch/Server Actions if you prefer full control over the client-side flow.
Do you support file uploads and attachments?
Pro and Agency plans support file uploads up to 5MB per submission. Attach a standard <input type="file"> with multipart/form-data and uploaded files are forwarded to your email and stored in the dashboard for download.
What happens if I exceed my plan limits?
Form submissions will pause until you upgrade or your monthly limit resets. We'll send you alerts at 75% and 90% usage so you can take action. Upgrading instantly restores service.
Do you store my form data?
With Pro plans, you can optionally enable form data storage to view and manage all submissions in your dashboard. Free plans forward submissions to your email only. All data is encrypted at rest and in transit.
Is Static Forms GDPR compliant?
Yes! We're fully GDPR compliant with data export/deletion on request, consent tracking, IP anonymization, and a Data Processing Agreement (DPA) for business customers. We also offer privacy-friendly CAPTCHA options including Cloudflare Turnstile and Altcha for teams that want alternatives to Google reCAPTCHA.
What's included in the Pro plan?
Everything you need: 25,000 emails/month, advanced CAPTCHA (reCAPTCHA v3 invisible, Cloudflare Turnstile, and Altcha privacy-first), file uploads (5MB), form data storage & dashboard, webhook integrations, auto-responders, child account management, CC emails, domain restriction, custom email domain, remove branding, and priority support.
Can I cancel anytime?
Yes, you can cancel your subscription with one click, no questions asked. No contracts, no cancellation fees. Your account stays active until the end of your billing period, then downgrades to our free plan.
Do you offer refunds?
Absolutely! We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee on all paid plans. If you're not satisfied for any reason, contact us for a full refund.
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Forms Processed
25K+
Active Users
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Uptime
150+
Countries Served
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