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Multifile Upload Field for Contact Form 7

By Nitroweb

Forms & Data Collection / Contact Forms

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Multifile Upload Field for Contact Form 7 Review - In-Depth Analysis

Add multiple file upload capability to Contact Form 7. Attach files to outgoing emails in a single zip file.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.87/10

User Rating

3.3/5 (based on 10+ 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

This plugin enhances Contact Form 7 by adding a multiple file upload field. Users can upload several files at once, making it easier to collect documents or images through forms.

All uploaded files are sent in a single zip file, simplifying the process for both the sender and the recipient. To use this feature, ensure that the ZipArchive() function is installed and enabled in your PHP configuration.

It is a great solution for users who need to gather multiple attachments via their contact forms.

Comparing to Alternatives

Multifile Upload Field for Contact Form 7 offers basic multi-file upload functionality for Contact Form 7 but faces competition from other plugins with more robust features and better compatibility.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and lightweight plugin
Free to use with no cost
Saves time with straightforward multi-file upload
Minimal code, easy to install and use

Weaknesses

Compatibility issues with latest Contact Form 7 versions
Abandoned with no recent updates
Causes fatal errors and deprecated warnings
Lacks advanced features like drag and drop

User Sentiment Analysis

User reviews are mixed with half giving high ratings praising simplicity and time-saving, while 40% rate it poorly due to functionality and compatibility problems.

Positive highlights

Nice that save a lot of time - cifre
Nice small plugin plus its free - cifre
Без лишнего кода, просто и удобно 🙂 - seovmig

Common complaints

Plugin is abandoned and does not work with current Contact Form 7 versions
Causes fatal errors related to ZipArchive class
Infinite ajax loader loop preventing form submission
Internal server errors due to private method calls

Weaknesses

Unreliable with recent WordPress and Contact Form 7 updates
No support or fixes for reported issues
Error-prone leading to broken forms

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a free, simple multi-file upload solution for older versions of Contact Form 7 who do not require advanced features or frequent updates.

Not ideal for

Users needing reliable, up-to-date compatibility with the latest Contact Form 7 versions or those requiring advanced upload features and active support.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic multi-file upload functionality without any cost.

Final Verdict

Multifile Upload Field for Contact Form 7 is a lightweight and free plugin that can save time for users with simple needs and older setups. However, it suffers from abandonment, compatibility issues, and critical errors that limit its usefulness today.

Considering the availability of better-maintained alternatives with more features and active support, users should carefully evaluate their needs before choosing this plugin. It is not recommended for those requiring stability and compatibility with the latest Contact Form 7 versions.

Other Notable Features

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

multiple files upload

Contact Form 7

file upload addon

Screenshots

FAQ

Upload the entire multifile-for-contact-form-7 folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory.
Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.

You will find the ‘multifile’ tag as you create your form.