CMB SQLite Form

Description

CMB SQLite Form is a lightweight yet powerful contact form solution designed for performance and privacy. Unlike traditional form plugins that clutter your main WordPress database, this plugin stores all submissions in a secure, local SQLite database.

It features a robust Global vs. Per-Form Settings system, allowing you to configure defaults once and override them only when needed for specific forms.

Key Features

• 🚀 Zero-Overhead Storage

  • Uses a dedicated SQLite database file for submissions.
  • Keeps your main WordPress database clean and fast.
  • Portable data: Download the entire .db file for backups or migration.

• 🛡️ Advanced Bot Protection

  • Honeypot Field: Invisible field to trap bots.
  • Time Validation: Rejects submissions that are filled out too quickly (human behavior analysis).
  • Simple CAPTCHA: Lightweight text-based questions (e.g., “2 + 2 = ?”) without external dependencies.

• 📧 Junk Email Protection

  • Disposable Email Blocker: Automatically blocks temporary/throwaway email addresses.
  • Multiple Sources: Supports multiple blocklist sources with automatic deduplication.
  • Auto-Updates: Keeps your blocklist fresh with one-click updates.

• 🎨 Professional Styling

  • Pre-designed Templates: Choose from multiple professional styles (Default, Dark Mode, Minimal, etc.).
  • WordPress Customizer Ready: Fully compatible with “Additional CSS” for advanced customization.
  • Responsive Design: Forms look great on all devices automatically.

• 📨 Flexible Email Notifications

  • Dual Notifications: Send distinct emails to Admin (notification) and User (confirmation).
  • Custom SMTP Support: Built-in SMTP configuration (Host, Port, Auth, SSL/TLS) to bypass wp_mail() if needed.
  • Sender Customization: Customize “From Name” and “From Email” per form.

• ⚙️ Smart Configuration System

  • Global Defaults: Set your preferred settings once for the entire site.
  • Per-Form Overrides: Override ANY setting (fields, emails, styling, protection) for individual forms.
  • Modular Architecture: Enable or disable features as needed.

• 📊 Full Entry Management (Free)

  • Unlimited Submissions: No limits on the number of entries.
  • Search & Filter: Easily find specific submissions in the dashboard.
  • Export Tools: Download all your data as CSV or full DB backup (often a premium feature in other plugins).

• 🔒 Privacy & GDPR

  • Consent Checkbox: Built-in privacy policy acceptance field.
  • Data Management: Tools to export (CSV/DB) or delete data upon uninstall.
  • Local Storage: Data stays on your server, not third-party clouds.

Perfect For

• Contact Forms: Simple, fast, and secure contact pages.
• Lead Generation: Capture leads on landing pages with minimal friction.
• Download Gates: Deliver files (PDFs, ebooks) via email confirmation links.
• Support Requests: Organize customer queries efficiently.
• Event & Quote Requests: Structured data collection for business needs.
• Feedback & Surveys: Gather user opinions without external services.
• High-Performance Sites: Zero database overhead keeps your site fast.
• Privacy-Focused Projects: Local storage with built-in GDPR tools.
• Developers & Agencies: Clean architecture that keeps the main DB optimized.
• Data Ownership: Full access to your data (view/export) without paywalls.

Configuration

Global vs. Form Settings

The plugin uses a smart inheritance system:
1. Global Settings: Define the default behavior for ALL forms (e.g., your SMTP server, default styling, admin email).
2. Form Settings: When editing a specific form, you can toggle “Override Global Settings” on any section to customize it just for that form.

Setting up Bot Protection

1. Go to Global Settings > Bot Protection.
2. Enable Honeypot (recommended).
3. Enable Time Validation (e.g., set to 3 seconds).
4. (Optional) Enable CAPTCHA for stricter forms.

Configuring Email Sending

You can choose how emails are sent:
* WordPress Default: Uses your server’s standard PHP mail() function.
* Custom SMTP: Go to Notifications > Outgoing Server to configure a specific SMTP server (Gmail, SendGrid, etc.) for reliable delivery.