WordPress Contact Form 7 PDF, Google Sheet & Database 3.0.0

To handle Contact Form 7 (CF7) submissions with PDF generation, Google Sheets syncing, and database storage, you have two main routes: using a single "all-in-one" premium plugin or combining a few lightweight free ones.

By default, CF7 does not save any data to your site; it only sends an email. Here is how to add these layers.

1. The All-in-One Solution (Easiest)

There are specific premium plugins designed to do all three things simultaneously.

WordPress Contact Form 7 PDF, Google Sheet & Database (via CodeCanyon): This is a dedicated plugin that specifically targets your exact request. It saves entries to the WordPress DB, maps them to Google Sheets, and allows you to generate custom PDFs from the submissions.

Ultimate Addons for Contact Form 7: This is a large suite that includes modules for Database storage, Google Sheets, and PDF generation.

2. The Modular Approach (Best for Performance)

If you prefer not to use a single heavy plugin, you can combine these specific tools:

A. Database Storage (The Safety Net)

To ensure you never lose a lead if an email fails, install a database addon.

Contact Form 7 Database Addon (CFDB7): The most popular free choice. It creates a "Contact" menu in your dashboard where you can see every message sent.

Flamingo: Created by the author of CF7, it is very lightweight and reliable for basic message logging.

B. Google Sheets Integration (The Workflow)

CF7 Google Sheets Connector: This plugin uses a simple access code to link your site to a specific spreadsheet. Every time a user hits "Submit," a new row is instantly added to your Google Sheet.

Uncanny Automator: If you want advanced logic (e.g., "only send to Google Sheets if the user selects 'Sales'"), this automation tool is excellent.

C. PDF Generation (The Document)

PDF Forms Filler for CF7: This allows you to attach a PDF to the email sent to the admin or the user. You can upload an existing PDF "template" and map the form fields to specific spots on the document.

Send PDF with Contact Form 7: A simpler version that converts the entire message into a basic PDF attachment automatically.

Comparison Table

Feature

All-in-One Plugin

Modular (Free Plugins)

Setup Time

Very Fast

Moderate

Cost

Paid (Approx. $25–$49)

Free (mostly)

Customization

High (Internal settings)

Very High (Mix & Match)

Maintenance

1 Plugin to update

3 Plugins to update

Pro-Tip: PDF Security

If you are generating PDFs that contain sensitive user data, look for plugins that offer PDF Password Protection (like the Contact Form 7 PDF, Google Sheet & Database plugin). This ensures that even if an email is intercepted, the attachment remains encrypted.

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