Why is Contact Form 7 so popular?

Contact Form 7 has been the default contact form recommendation since 2009. Its longevity, reliability, and extensive third-party extension ecosystem (Flamingo for inbox management, CF7 add-ons) have kept it dominant despite newer alternatives.

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What is Contact Form 7 used for?

Contact pages, inquiry forms, quote request forms, and simple lead generation on any WordPress site. Paired with Flamingo for email storage or Mailchimp for WP for newsletter signup.

How DetectWP detects Contact Form 7

Contact Form 7 loads a wpcf7 JavaScript from /plugins/contact-form-7/ and adds specific CSS. DetectWP uses these asset signatures to detect CF7 even on pages that don't display the form.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Contact Form 7 free?
Yes — Contact Form 7 is completely free with no premium tier. The developer accepts donations but the plugin will always be free and open-source.
Contact Form 7 vs WPForms vs Gravity Forms?
Contact Form 7 is best for simple forms where code-level control is acceptable. WPForms has a better drag-and-drop UI. Gravity Forms is the enterprise choice with advanced conditional logic and integrations.
Does Contact Form 7 work with Elementor?
Yes — Contact Form 7 forms can be embedded in Elementor using the Elementor shortcode widget. Elementor Pro also has its own native form widget as an alternative.