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Generate PDF using Contact Form 7

By ZealousWeb

Forms & Data Collection / Contact Forms

Generate PDF using Contact Form 7 Review - In-Depth Analysis

Generate PDF using Contact Form 7 Plugin allows users to create PDFs for downloads or email attachments after form submissions.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.55/10

User Rating

4.7/5 (based on 38+ reviews)

Active Installations

4,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Generate PDF using Contact Form 7 plugin provides an easier way to download PDF documents after a successful form submission.

Users can set the document file from the Form Setting Page of each Contact form. When the user fills out the form and submits it, the document will open in a new tab for downloading.

Admins can also send the PDF as an email attachment if they prefer not to allow users to open it in the browser. The plugin utilizes the MPDF library for PDF generation, supporting specific HTML and CSS features.

Features include attaching PDFs to form notification emails, customizing PDFs with logos and headers, and setting file names dynamically. The plugin is compatible with WordPress VIP and allows for various PDF customization options.

Comparing to Alternatives

Generate PDF using Contact Form 7 stands out among similar plugins by focusing on seamless PDF generation from form submissions. Here is how it compares to other options.

Top alternatives

Generate PDF using Contact Form 7

Strengths

Easy integration with Contact Form 7 forms
Responsive and helpful support team
Includes a pro version with advanced features
Regular updates and improvements

Weaknesses

Security concerns with sensitive PDF data exposure
Limited customization options in the free version
Some users report occasional errors with PDF generation

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback highlights both the plugin's strengths and areas needing improvement based on real-world usage.

Positive highlights

'The plugin works great and super solid. Absolute pro: the great support given.' - cflobv
'Support team quickly resolved my configuration issue.' - thenameda123
'Outstanding support and quick response times.' - Malek Imtiyaj
'Fast solutions and effective communication.' - amos4
'Incredible support even for free version users.' - webuser1

Common complaints

Sensitive PDFs being publicly accessible despite claims
Occasional mpdf errors on form submission
Limited security features for confidential data

Weaknesses

Fails to fully secure sensitive PDF files
Some users experience errors during PDF generation
Customization is limited without pro version

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a straightforward solution to generate PDFs from Contact Form 7 submissions and value responsive support.

Not ideal for

Those requiring robust security for sensitive data or extensive PDF customization may find this plugin insufficient without additional measures.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version allows basic PDF generation from Contact Form 7 forms with standard features and community support.

Pro version

Offers advanced features such as enhanced customization, improved security options, and priority support.

Final Verdict

Generate PDF using Contact Form 7 is a reliable plugin that integrates well with Contact Form 7 and offers excellent support, making it a solid choice for users needing PDF generation capabilities.

However, users handling sensitive information should be cautious due to reported security issues and consider additional protections or alternative solutions.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Generate PDF using Contact Form 7 plugin.

Contact Form

PDF generation

Email attachments

Screenshots

FAQ

To prevent the plugin from becoming too large, we have opted to utilize common TTF fonts and have included them in the plugin.

However, if you encounter a fatal error that states “Cannot find TTF TrueType font file ‘XB Riyaz.ttf’ in configured font directories”
because you are using a different font, you will need to upload the necessary font to the designated plugin path.

/wp-content/plugins/generate-pdf-using-contact-form-7/inc/lib/mpdf/vendor/mpdf/mpdf/ttfonts

You can obtain the required font by downloading it from the GitHub directory provided below.
Visit Github link https://github.com/mpdf/mpdf/tree/development/ttfonts
Download the fonts that’s missing and throwing error

How to Video: https://www.awesomescreenshot.com/video/17025362?key=99cbec8974ee85fdad75e8cea60a97d6

Review Screenshots :
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2: Upload this files to this plugin path
/wp-content/plugins/generate-pdf-using-contact-form-7/inc/lib/mpdf/vendor/mpdf/mpdf/ttfonts

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