PHP Form Builder – Advanced HTML forms generator with Drag & Drop

✨ Key Features

• Drag-and-Drop Form Designer: Visual builder for creating forms without writing code.
• Responsive Layouts: Automatically adapts forms using Bootstrap 4/5 grid systems.
• Built-in Validation: Client-side (JavaScript) and server-side (PHP) input checks.
• AJAX Submission: Send form data without reloading the page for smoother UX.
• Multi-Step Form Wizard: Create registration or checkout flows with progress indicators.
• Form Templates: Prebuilt form types (contact, job application, survey, login, payment, etc.).
• Integrations: reCAPTCHA v2/v3, Mailchimp, PayPal, Stripe, SMTP mailers, and MySQL databases.
• Security Features: CSRF protection, honeypot, file upload validation, and XSS filtering.
• Conditional Logic: Show/hide fields dynamically based on user selections.
• Email Notifications: Auto-send admin and user confirmation messages with templates.
• Data Handling: Store submissions in a database or export as CSV, JSON, or XML.
• Theme Support: Bootstrap, Material Design, and custom CSS themes.
• Localization: Multilingual form labels, placeholders, and error messages.
• GDPR Compliance: Cookie consent, data removal requests, and consent checkboxes included.

⚙️ Technical Stack

• Language: PHP 8.1+ (Object-Oriented)
• Frontend: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (Bootstrap/jQuery)
• Validation: PHP + JS (client/server)
• Optional Database: MySQL / MariaDB for form submissions
• Mail Integration: SMTP, PHPMailer, or Mailgun API
• Optional APIs: Google reCAPTCHA, PayPal, Stripe, Mailchimp

Server Requirements: PHP 8.1+, MySQL (optional), and writable permissions on /forms/ and /uploads/ directories. Works with Apache or Nginx + HTTPS.

🧩 Installation Guide

1. Upload the PHP Form Builder package to your web server.
2. Set Permissions: Ensure /forms/ and /uploads/ are writable.
3. Run Installer: Access /install via browser to configure environment and database (optional).
4. Create a New Form: Use the drag-and-drop builder interface to add fields, labels, and validation rules.
5. Configure Submission: Set email notifications, success messages, or database storage options.
6. Integrate: Embed your form on any PHP page using include() or shortcode.
7. Optional: Customize CSS themes or add payment/reCAPTCHA integrations.

📦 Deliverables

• ✅ Full PHP Form Builder source code
• ✅ Drag-and-drop builder interface
• ✅ Prebuilt form templates (contact, booking, survey, etc.)
• ✅ Validation & AJAX libraries
• ✅ Email, database, and payment integration modules
• ✅ Documentation & setup guide
• ✅ GPL license file

📱 Supported Platforms

• Web: Compatible with Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge (latest versions)
• Responsive: Works seamlessly on desktops, tablets, and mobile browsers
• Framework Support: Integrates with Laravel, CodeIgniter, or standalone PHP apps

🧠 Notes

• License: Released under the GPL — freely usable, modifiable, and redistributable under GPL terms.
• Customization Tips:
  • Use templates for multi-step registration or complex order forms.
  • Integrate with Google Sheets or CRM APIs for live data collection.
  • Apply reCAPTCHA v3 for invisible spam protection and better UX.
• E-E-A-T & SEO: Structured form markup, secure validation, and clear documentation enhance expertise, authority, and trustworthiness for GPL repositories and business users alike.

👨‍💻 Original Developer Credit

Please retain credit to the original developer and marketplace source (e.g.,
CodeCanyon) to acknowledge their expertise and maintain code provenance.

🔒 Disclaimer

This package is a GPL redistribution provided for educational, testing, and development purposes. We are not the original vendor and do not offer official support. All referenced third-party APIs (Google reCAPTCHA, Stripe, PayPal, etc.) belong to their respective owners. Before production deployment, ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (GDPR/CCPA) and secure SSL configuration for all forms.