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Database for Contact Form 7

By Ninja Team

Forms & Data Collection / Contact Forms

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Database for Contact Form 7 Review - In-Depth Analysis

Automatically save all data submitted via Contact Form 7 to your database. Manage and export submissions easily.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.69/10

User Rating

4.2/5 (based on 14+ reviews)

Active Installations

7,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin allows you to save all data submitted through Contact Form 7 directly to your database. It provides an easy way to manage and export your form submissions without the hassle of checking emails.

With this extension, you can view, sort, filter, and export the data collected from your forms. It supports all standard form field types and offers additional features in the pro version, including support for multiple forms.

After activation, a new Database menu will appear under the Contact menu in your WordPress dashboard. From there, you can manage your contact form database efficiently.

Comparing to Alternatives

Database for Contact Form 7 is a solid choice among several alternatives that offer similar functionality for managing Contact Form 7 submissions.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Supports editing, hiding, and rearranging form input labels for improved admin experience
Allows replacement of underscores in CF7 tags with spaces for better readability
Provides reactive and helpful support from developers
Includes features to avoid storing empty or null fields
Enables data editing by subadmins, useful for complex registration forms

Weaknesses

Had a medium severity stored cross-site scripting vulnerability fixed only in version 3.0.7
Free version only displays data from a single form
Initially lacked translation readiness, though later updated
Security risk score is moderate at 5/10

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star ratings and very few low ratings, users generally express high satisfaction with the plugin's functionality and support.

Positive highlights

'Very good plugin. Just what I needed. Very reactive on support.' – mr-graphiste
'Must have plugin if you are using Contact Form 7!' – hoaian007
'It is very useful. It even lets you modify the form inputs.' – freelancesgroup
'Best database manager for CF7; with excellent support, too!' – IT Hertz
'Works as expected.' – Michael Kavanagh

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Had a medium severity stored cross-site scripting vulnerability fixed in version 3.0.7
Free version limits data display to a single form
Initially lacked translation readiness

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a robust and editable database solution for Contact Form 7 submissions, especially those requiring advanced admin controls and customization.

Not ideal for

Users who require multi-form data display in the free version or those concerned about past security vulnerabilities without updating to the latest version.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers essential database management features for Contact Form 7, including data viewing and basic editing for a single form.

Pro version

Premium features typically include multi-form data management, enhanced editing capabilities, and additional customization options.

Final Verdict

Database for Contact Form 7 stands out as a powerful and user-friendly plugin for managing Contact Form 7 submissions, praised for its flexibility and responsive support. Its ability to edit and customize form data makes it a valuable tool for users needing more than basic storage.

However, users should be aware of its past security vulnerability and ensure they use the latest version. While the free version is somewhat limited, the pro version offers expanded features that justify the upgrade for advanced needs. Overall, it is a reliable choice among several alternatives in this category.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Database for Contact Form 7 plugin.

Contact Form 7

form submissions

database management

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FAQ

Yes, with the free version, you are allowed to save 1 form to the database, including all fields and professional options. Should you have multiple forms and you want to save them all, don’t hesitate to upgrade to the CF7 Database pro version. It’s a big time-saver. And you pay once to use it forever.