Description
Neural Forms is a WordPress form plugin with a built-in lead inbox. Build forms with drag and drop, manage submissions in an email-style inbox, and let AI analyze every entry and draft your replies.
Most form plugins stop at collecting submissions. Neural Forms starts there. Every submission lands in your lead inbox with a status, a star, and (optionally) an AI-generated summary, category, priority score, and a draft reply ready to send.
What’s Included
- Drag and drop form builder with live preview
- 18 field types: Text, Email, Textarea, Select, Checkbox, Number, Phone, URL, Date, Acceptance, Radio, Checkboxes, Range, Poll, Quiz, File Upload, Hidden, and Rating
- Row and column layouts (1 to 4 columns per row, mobile-responsive)
- Multi-step forms with steps, sections, and welcome screens
- Native Gutenberg block with 150+ styling attributes
- Shortcode support: [neural-forms id=”42″]
- Form template library: pick a template, click once, your form is live
- Email-style lead inbox with status, starring, search, and date filters
- Per-form views, bulk actions, and keyboard shortcuts
- Per-entry message thread for replies
- CSV export with date filtering
- Cloudflare Turnstile and Google reCAPTCHA v2 spam protection
- Admin email notifications and customer auto-responder
- Privacy mode: disable IP and user-agent storage (GDPR-friendly)
- One-click Contact Form 7 migration
- Developer hooks, capability filters, and React SlotFill registry
AI Analysis on Every Submission
100 free AI credits included on signup. Connect your free Neural Forms API key to unlock:
- Auto-summary on every submission
- AI-assigned category (inquiry, support, sales, and more)
- Priority score (0 to 100)
- Auto-drafted reply ready to review and send
- Multi-tier AI models (Fast tier in the free version)
The form builder, lead inbox, email notifications, CAPTCHA, and CSV export all work without any AI key. AI features are optional and pause when free credits are consumed.
How it works
- Install Neural Forms from your WordPress dashboard.
- Use the visual builder to add fields and configure settings, or pick a template from the library.
- Embed using the Gutenberg block or the [neural-forms id=”42″] shortcode.
- (Optional) Enter your free Neural Forms API key in Settings to enable AI features.
- Manage leads in the inbox: review AI analysis, send replies, export entries.
No third-party accounts required for basic form functionality.
Built for
- Freelancers and agencies managing client inquiries
- Small businesses handling contact and support forms
- SaaS companies triaging inbound leads
- Bloggers and creators collecting feedback
- WooCommerce stores managing pre-sale questions
Neural Forms Pro
Need more? Neural Forms Pro adds:
- 7,500 to 25,000 AI credits per year (resets with renewal)
- AI form generation: describe a form in plain English, AI builds it
- Smart spam detection with adjustable threshold
- Reanalyze, regenerate, and polish AI drafts
- Site profile scraper for context-aware AI
- Divi 5 Visual Builder module
- Native integrations with HubSpot, Mailchimp, Zapier, WhatsApp, and Google Forms
- Matrix and Repeater field types
- Premium AI model tiers
- Priority support
- Auto updates
Starting at $99 per year for unlimited sites. See full pricing.
Built by Elicus
Neural Forms is built by Elicus, building plugins for WordPress since 2015. Our other products include Divi Extended, WPMozo, and Divi Plus, used on 300,000+ WordPress sites worldwide.
Documentation
Full documentation is available at neuralforms.ai/documentation.
External Services
This plugin connects to external third-party services. Most connections require explicit opt-in (entering an API key or selecting a service). One service (the template library) is contacted when you open the Templates screen to fetch the list of available form templates. The disclosures below describe each service, what data is sent, when, and why.
Neural Forms API
When you enable AI features and enter a Neural Forms API key in Settings, the plugin sends form submission content (the text your visitors enter) and form field metadata to the Neural Forms API at api.neuralforms.ai for AI analysis. This includes generating submission summaries, categories, priority scores, and draft replies. No data is sent unless you have enabled AI and provided an API key. The plugin never sends IP addresses, WordPress admin credentials, or WordPress core data to this service.
- Service URL: https://api.neuralforms.ai
- Service website: https://neuralforms.ai
- Terms of Service: https://neuralforms.ai/terms-and-conditions/
- Privacy Policy: https://neuralforms.ai/privacy-policy/
Neural Forms Template Library
When you open the Templates screen in Neural Forms, the plugin connects to the template library at templates.neuralforms.ai to fetch the catalog of available form templates. When you click to import a specific template, the plugin fetches that template’s content from the same host. The plugin sends the template ID and the builder type (block-editor) with each request. No form submission data, no visitor data, no WordPress admin information, and no API keys are sent. The catalog is cached locally for 6 hours to reduce remote requests. The host is fixed to templates.neuralforms.ai by default and validated against an allowlist before every request.
- Service URL: https://templates.neuralforms.ai
- Service website: https://neuralforms.ai
- Terms of Service: https://neuralforms.ai/terms-and-conditions/
- Privacy Policy: https://neuralforms.ai/privacy-policy/
Cloudflare Turnstile
When you select Cloudflare Turnstile as your CAPTCHA provider and configure your site and secret keys, the plugin loads the Turnstile challenge script on pages with forms and verifies visitor responses server-side via the Cloudflare API. This service is used only when Turnstile is selected as the CAPTCHA provider in Settings.
- Service website: https://www.cloudflare.com/products/turnstile/
- Terms of Service: https://www.cloudflare.com/website-terms/
- Privacy Policy: https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/
Google reCAPTCHA v2
When you select Google reCAPTCHA v2 as your CAPTCHA provider and configure your site and secret keys, the plugin loads the reCAPTCHA challenge script on pages with forms and verifies visitor responses server-side via the Google API. This service is used only when reCAPTCHA v2 is selected as the CAPTCHA provider in Settings.
- Service website: https://www.google.com/recaptcha/
- Terms of Service: https://policies.google.com/terms
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Source Code and Build Instructions
Neural Forms ships pre-built JavaScript and CSS files in modules/admin/build/ so the plugin works on a clean WordPress install without a Node toolchain. The compiled/generated files are:
modules/admin/build/index.js: admin React SPA (Forms, Entries, Stats, Settings)modules/admin/build/index.cssandmodules/admin/build/index-rtl.css: admin stylesmodules/admin/build/block.js: Gutenberg block (neural-forms/form) editor scriptmodules/admin/build/index.asset.phpandmodules/admin/build/block.asset.php: auto-generated WordPress dependency manifests
The complete, human-readable source for every generated file above is included inside this plugin package under:
modules/admin/src/: React + CSS source (admin SPA entry, block entry, screens, components, styles)modules/admin/package.json: npm dependency list and build scriptsmodules/admin/package-lock.json: exact dependency versions (lockfile)-
modules/admin/webpack.config.js: webpack configuration (extends@wordpress/scripts)modules/admin/build/index.js is built from
modules/admin/src/index.jsand the modules it imports.modules/admin/build/block.jsis built frommodules/admin/src/block-index.js. Both are bundled by@wordpress/scripts(webpack + Babel) using the entry points declared inmodules/admin/webpack.config.js. No obfuscation, packing, or encoding step is applied.
To rebuild the generated assets from source:
- Install Node.js 18 or newer and npm.
- Open a terminal in the plugin directory.
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Run:
cd modules/admin
npm install
npm run build
This regenerates the files in modules/admin/build/ from modules/admin/src/.
Screenshots
Blocks
This plugin provides 1 block.
- Neural Forms Embed a Neural Forms form on any post or page.
Installation
Automatic Installation
- Go to Plugins > Add New in your WordPress dashboard.
- Search for “Neural Forms”.
- Click Install Now, then Activate.
Manual Installation
- Download the plugin ZIP file.
- Go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin.
- Upload the ZIP file and click Install Now.
- Activate the plugin.
After Activation
- Navigate to Neural Forms > Forms in your admin menu.
- Click Add New to create your first form, or pick a template from the library.
- Add fields, configure settings, and publish.
- Embed using the Gutenberg block or the
[neural-forms id="YOUR_FORM_ID"]shortcode. - (Optional) Go to Neural Forms > Settings to enter your free Neural Forms API key for AI features.
FAQ
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Do I need an API key to use Neural Forms?
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No. The form builder, lead inbox, template library, email notifications, CAPTCHA, and CSV export all work without any API key. The AI features (auto-summary, draft replies) require a free Neural Forms API key, which you can get at neuralforms.ai. 100 free AI credits are included on signup.
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What data does the AI feature send to your servers?
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When AI is enabled, the plugin sends the form submission text (the visitor’s answers) and the form schema (field types and labels) to the Neural Forms API at api.neuralforms.ai. No IP addresses, no WordPress admin emails, and no WordPress core data are sent. Full Privacy Policy.
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What data does the template library send to your servers?
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When you open the Templates screen, the plugin connects to templates.neuralforms.ai to fetch the catalog of available form templates. When you click to import a template, the plugin fetches that template’s content. The plugin sends only the template ID and builder type with each request. No form submission data, no visitor data, no WordPress admin information, and no API keys are sent. The catalog is cached locally for 6 hours to minimize remote requests.
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Is Neural Forms GDPR friendly?
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Yes. Neural Forms includes a Privacy Mode toggle that disables IP address and user-agent storage on submissions. When enabled, no personally identifiable visitor metadata is stored. For AI features, form submission content is processed by the Neural Forms API. See the Privacy Policy for full data handling details.
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Will this slow down my site?
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No. Neural Forms loads assets only on pages where a form is rendered. The admin bundle loads only on Neural Forms admin screens. AI processing happens asynchronously via WP-Cron and never blocks the visitor’s form submission. The template catalog is cached for 6 hours so the Templates screen loads from cache after the first fetch.
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Can I use this with the WordPress block editor (Gutenberg)?
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Yes. Neural Forms ships a native Gutenberg block (
neural-forms/form) with 150+ styling attributes. Search for “Neural Forms” in the block inserter. -
What field types are supported?
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Text, Email, Textarea, Select, Checkbox, Checkboxes, Number, Phone, URL, Date, Acceptance, Radio, Hidden, Range, Poll, Quiz, File Upload, and Rating. That is 18 field types in the free version. Two additional Pro fields (Matrix and Repeater) are available in Neural Forms Pro.
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How does spam protection work?
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Neural Forms supports Cloudflare Turnstile and Google reCAPTCHA v2 as CAPTCHA providers. Configure your preferred provider in Settings with your site and secret keys. Pro users also get AI spam detection with an adjustable threshold.
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Can I import my Contact Form 7 forms?
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Yes. Go to Neural Forms > Migration, click Scan for CF7 Forms, and import any detected form with one click. Fields, labels, and validation rules are mapped automatically.
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Can I export my form submissions?
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Yes. Go to Neural Forms > Entries, select a form, and click Export CSV. Filter by date range before exporting.
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Does Neural Forms create custom database tables?
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Yes. Neural Forms creates 6 custom tables for forms, entries, AI responses, message threads, queue jobs, and logs. All tables are completely removed when you delete (not just deactivate) the plugin via the WordPress Plugins screen.
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Where can I find documentation?
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Full documentation is available at neuralforms.ai/documentation.
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Changelog
1.1.1 – 2026-06-23
- Fix: Front-end form scripts and styles were missing from the WordPress.org download, which prevented forms from submitting. They are now bundled correctly.
1.1.0 – 2026-06-22
- New: Multi-step forms for breaking long forms into manageable steps.
- New: Poll block and multi-step form block for the block editor.
- New: Ready-to-use form templates so you can start with a working form in one click.
- Improved: Form dashboard layout for easier navigation.
- Improved: Form builder with smoother drag and drop.
- Improved: Inbox layout for faster scanning of submissions.
1.0.0 – 2026-06-21
Initial public release.
Form Builder
- React-based admin form builder with drag-and-drop fields, validation, and live preview.
- Frontend rendering via
[neural-forms]shortcode and the native Gutenberg block. - 18 field types: Text, Email, Textarea, Select, Checkbox, Checkboxes, Number, Phone, URL, Date, Acceptance, Radio, Hidden, Range, Poll, Quiz, File Upload, and Rating.
- Submission pipeline with field-level validation and CAPTCHA verification.
Template Library
- Remote template catalog hosted at templates.neuralforms.ai
- Fixed host allowlist enforced for every remote request
- 6-hour transient cache on catalog to minimize remote calls
- Per-template content fetched only on user-triggered import (not pre-fetched)
- Imported form data sanitized to strip integrations, webhooks, recipients, and tokens before persisting
Lead Inbox
- Inbox UI with status management (new, read, spam, trash), starring, and needs-reply flags.
- Per-form views, full-text search, date-range filters, and CSV export.
- Bulk status changes with keyboard shortcuts.
- Per-entry message thread with reply logging.
AI (via Neural Forms API)
- Connection-first settings UX: enter API key, test connection, unlock AI controls.
- Auto-analysis on every submission: summary, category, priority, relevance score, and draft reply.
- Multi-tier AI model ladder (fast, balanced, smart, premium) selected by the AI service based on plan.
- Draft history carousel: every analysis preserved (10 per entry, 30-day TTL on non-finalized drafts).
- Click-budget protection: 5 AI actions per 2-hour window per entry.
- 100 free AI credits included on signup.
Notifications
- Configurable admin email notifications and customer auto-responder.
- Skip-spam toggle to suppress emails for AI-flagged spam entries.
Security and Privacy
- Cloudflare Turnstile and Google reCAPTCHA v2 support.
- Privacy mode toggle: disable IP and user-agent storage.
- API keys are write-only over REST and never exposed in responses.
Developer
neural_forms_can_*capability filters for feature gating.- React SlotFill registry for UI extensions.
- Action hooks:
neural_forms_booted,neural_forms_entry_created,neural_forms_send_notifications,neural_forms_queue_ai_processing. - Filter hooks:
neural_forms_validate_submission_field,neural_forms_render_form,neural_forms_spam_check, and more.
Maintenance
- Daily WP-Cron purge of stale AI draft rows.
- 5-minute queue runner with 10-second post-submission nudge.
- Schema versioning via
NEURAL_FORMS_DB_VERSIONwith automatic dbDelta() on upgrade. - Full uninstall.php cleanup: drops all tables, deletes options, clears cron events, removes log files.