OpnForm

Open source alternative to Typeform, Jotform, Tally, Fillout, Paperform, Cognito Forms, Gravity Forms and Formstack

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Build self-hosted online forms with unlimited submissions, conditional logic, and multi-page layouts under the AGPL-3.0 license.

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Read the full breakdownWho it is for, how it works, trade-offs, the quick start and the FAQ

who it's for

Who OpnForm is for#

SaaS teams building onboarding and feedback forms

OpnForm's conditional logic and answer piping let teams build multi-step onboarding flows that adapt to each user's answers. Webhook and Zapier integrations push completed submissions directly into CRM or project management tools without custom backend code.

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Teams needing forms deeply embedded in a React or Vue application with fully custom-designed field components. OpnForm provides embeds and an API, but the form renderer is its own UI; custom-component form libraries are a better fit for that use case.

Privacy-first organizations with GDPR requirements

Self-hosted deployment keeps all form responses on the organization's own servers, with no third-party data processing. The EU cloud option provides data residency for teams that cannot self-host. Combined with 2FA and submission audit logs (enterprise edition), this covers common compliance requirements.

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Teams operating under compliance regimes that require audited third-party certification such as SOC 2 Type II on the form provider. OpnForm's SOC 2 compliance is noted as underway, not yet completed at time of writing.

Developers building form-driven data pipelines

The REST API exposes form submission retrieval, creation, and management. The MCP server integration lets AI agents create form drafts via OAuth. Webhooks forward each submission to any HTTP endpoint in real time, covering the standard pattern of form-in, database or workflow out.

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Developers building forms where complex client-side validation, offline support, or deeply custom field types are required. OpnForm's field set is broad but fixed; custom field types require forking the codebase.

Small businesses replacing Typeform to remove response caps

Typeform's Basic plan limits responses to 100 per month at $39/month (typeform.com/pricing, November 2026). OpnForm's free cloud plan removes that cap, with no per-response charges at any volume. The form editor supports the same conversational multi-step layout Typeform offers, so migrating existing forms requires minimal redesign.

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Teams that depend on Typeform's native HubSpot, Salesforce, or Intercom integrations. OpnForm offers Zapier and webhook coverage for these but does not provide direct native integrations with every CRM Typeform supports.

the problem

The problem it solves#

Most form tools cap submissions by plan tier. Typeform's Basic plan ($39/month) allows 100 responses per month; the Business plan at $129/month raises this to 10,000 (typeform.com/pricing, November 2026). Jotform's Bronze plan ($39/month) allows 1,000 monthly submissions; the Gold plan at $129/month allows 10,000 (jotform.com/pricing, November 2026). Both platforms lock features like conditional logic and file uploads behind higher pricing brackets.

Teams building contact forms for a growing product, survey flows for user research, or onboarding sequences for new customers end up paying for plan upgrades the moment they gain traction. Data also sits on the vendor's servers, with no export path that keeps the full submission history portable. Teams subject to GDPR or internal data policies have limited options when their form data lives on US-based commercial platforms with no self-hosting path.

how OpnForm solves it

How it solves it#

No-Code Form Builder with Drag-and-Drop Editor

Design forms by dragging in fields including text, date, URL, file uploads, signatures, and payment blocks. Forms support single-page and multi-step layouts, with Typeform-style conversational flow or classic stacked designs. Themes, brand colors, and custom fonts are available on paid plans.

Conditional Logic and Answer Piping

Show or hide fields based on prior answers, redirect to different pages on submit, and pipe earlier responses into later questions. Computed fields and hidden fields support pre-filling from URL parameters, letting forms adapt to each respondent without additional code.

Native Integrations with Slack, Zapier, and Stripe

Send form submissions directly to Slack and Discord channels, sync responses to Google Sheets, trigger Zapier workflows, and collect payments through Stripe. A REST API and webhook support connect OpnForm to any service not covered by the native integrations.

AI-Assisted Form Creation and MCP Server

An AI mode helps draft form questions and structure from a text prompt. The MCP server lets AI agents create and preview private form drafts without requiring a login, with OAuth adding workspace-aware form management, submission search, and export for authenticated use cases.

Self-Hosted or EU-Hosted Deployment

Deploy on your own infrastructure using Docker and a Postgres database. Teams that need EU data residency for GDPR compliance can use OpnForm's EU-based cloud hosting option instead. Both paths deliver the same form builder without response limits.

Form Analytics and PDF Template Mapping

Track view counts and completion rates per form through built-in analytics. PDF template fields allow mapping form responses to fillable PDF layouts for document generation. Submissions are searchable, exportable to spreadsheets, and display file attachments inline.

strengths · trade-offs

Strengths and trade-offs#

Strengths

Unlimited Submissions on the Free Cloud TierUnlike Typeform and Jotform, OpnForm's free cloud plan does not cap the number of responses a form can receive. Teams collecting survey data, running lead generation campaigns, or gathering feedback do not face forced plan upgrades when submission volumes grow.
AGPL-3.0 Core with Auditable Source CodeThe core application is published under AGPL-3.0 on GitHub (3,985 stars, active development as of November 2026). The license grants full freedom to run, modify, and deploy the application for internal use. Source-offer obligations apply only to network deployments of modified versions offered to external users.
EU Hosting and GDPR-Friendly ArchitectureOrganizations subject to GDPR or data residency requirements can use OpnForm's EU-based cloud option. Self-hosted deployments keep all submission data on the operator's own servers. The enterprise edition adds SSO, SAML, 2FA support, and form-level audit logs for compliance reporting.
Active Development with Low Issue CountThe repository records consistent commit activity, with the last push on November 4, 2026. Only 16 open issues (pull requests excluded) indicates a well-maintained issue tracker relative to 3,985 stars and 580 forks. Security dependency audits run weekly through Dependabot across PHP, Node, and GitHub Actions.

Trade-offs

-Enterprise Features Require a Commercial LicenseSSO, SAML, white-labeling, priority support, and advanced audit log features are part of the OpnForm Enterprise edition, which requires a paid subscription for production use. Development and testing copies of the enterprise features are free. Organizations that need these features cannot access them under the AGPL-3.0 core alone.
-AGPL-3.0 Source-Offer Obligation for Modified Network DeploymentsRunning a modified version of OpnForm as a network service (for example, as a hosted form product offered to others) triggers the AGPL-3.0 source-offer requirement: modified source must be made available to users of that service. Teams running OpnForm internally for their own staff and customers are not affected by this obligation.
-Self-Hosting Requires Multiple ServicesA production self-hosted deployment involves a PHP/Laravel API container, a Nuxt client, and a Postgres database composed together. Teams expecting a single-container install will need to follow the official deployment guide at docs.opnform.com/deployment rather than a one-line Docker command.

versus alternatives

OpnForm vs alternatives#

OpnForm vs Typeform

Both tools offer conversational multi-step form experiences, but they differ on data ownership and pricing model. Typeform is a commercial platform with no self-hosting option; OpnForm is AGPL-3.0 licensed with both cloud and self-hosted deployment.

Feature	OpnForm	Typeform
License	AGPL-3.0 (core)	Proprietary
Self-hosting	Yes	No
Response limit	Unlimited	100/month on Basic ($39/mo)
Conditional logic	Yes	Yes (paid plans)
Payment collection	Stripe (native)	Stripe (native)
AI form creation	Yes	Yes
Custom domain	Yes (paid)	Yes (paid)

OpnForm is the better choice when response volume matters. Typeform's Basic plan caps responses at 100 per month ($39/month), Plus at 1,000 ($79/month), and Business at 10,000 ($129/month) (typeform.com/pricing, November 2026). OpnForm's free cloud plan has no response cap. Teams self-hosting OpnForm keep all submission data on their own servers.

Typeform remains the better fit when deep integrations with HubSpot, Salesforce, or Intercom are a hard requirement. Typeform's native integration library is larger than OpnForm's, though OpnForm covers most of the same targets through Zapier. Typeform also has a longer track record and a larger existing user community.

OpnForm vs Jotform

Jotform covers a broader set of form types including payment forms, approval workflows, and document signing. OpnForm focuses on data collection forms with automation integrations. The key difference is the deployment model: Jotform is cloud-only and commercial; OpnForm is self-hostable under AGPL-3.0.

Feature	OpnForm	Jotform
License	AGPL-3.0 (core)	Proprietary
Self-hosting	Yes	No
Response limit	Unlimited	100/month on Starter (free)
Conditional logic	Yes	Yes
Payment collection	Stripe	Stripe, PayPal, 30+ gateways
White-labeling	Enterprise tier	Yes (paid plans)
Form analytics	Yes	Yes

OpnForm is a better fit for teams that need unlimited free submissions or data residency that Jotform's US-based cloud cannot provide. Jotform's free Starter plan allows 100 monthly submissions; paid Bronze starts at $39/month for 1,000 submissions, and Gold at $129/month for 10,000 (jotform.com/pricing, November 2026). For organizations with strict GDPR requirements, OpnForm's EU cloud or self-hosted path is a practical option where Jotform's cloud is not.

Jotform has a significantly larger template library and supports more payment gateways (30+ versus Stripe only) compared to OpnForm. Teams running complex approval workflows or document generation pipelines at scale will find Jotform's feature set broader. The tradeoff is vendor lock-in and no self-hosting path.

install · quick start

Quick start#

bash

Self-hosting uses Docker with a Postgres database; the full docker-compose configuration is in the official deployment guide.

```bash
docker pull jhumanj/opnform-api
```

tech stack · detected from GitHub

What it's built on#

Languages: JavaScriptPHPPythonTypeScript
Frameworks: LaravelNuxtVue
Tooling: esbuild

frequently asked

FAQ#

Is OpnForm free to self-host?

Yes. The core application is AGPL-3.0 licensed, which allows self-hosting at no cost, including internal commercial and team use. Running the core on your own servers for your organization is unrestricted. The only obligation is a source-offer requirement if you run a modified version as a service others access over a network. Enterprise features under api/app/Enterprise/ require a commercial OpnForm Enterprise subscription for production use; development and testing copies are free.

What is the difference between the AGPL-3.0 core and the Enterprise license?

The core form builder is AGPL-3.0: you can self-host, modify, and run it for your organization at no cost. The Enterprise edition covers advanced features such as SSO, SAML, white-labeling, priority support, and form audit logs. Those features live under api/app/Enterprise/ and require a paid OpnForm Enterprise subscription for production use; development and testing copies are free.

Can OpnForm collect payments inside a form?

Yes. OpnForm integrates with Stripe for payment collection. A payment block can be added to any form to charge the respondent before or after submission. Stripe connection is configured in the integrations settings.

How does OpnForm handle file uploads in submissions?

File upload fields are supported out of the box. Uploaded files are stored as references in the submission and are accessible via signed, time-limited download URLs. When a file field is prefilled in the form editor, a copy is made for each submission rather than sharing a single upload. Files can be exported with the submission data.

Does OpnForm support embedding forms on a website?

Yes. Forms can be embedded on any website using a standard script embed, shared via a direct link, added to Notion pages, or distributed with a QR code for offline collection. Custom domains are supported, letting the form URL match your brand. All embed types deliver the same unlimited-submission experience.

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OpnForm vs Typeform

Feature	OpnForm	Typeform
License	AGPL-3.0 (core)	Proprietary
Self-hosting	Yes	No
Response limit	Unlimited	100/month on Basic ($39/mo)
Conditional logic	Yes	Yes (paid plans)
Payment collection	Stripe (native)	Stripe (native)
AI form creation	Yes	Yes
Custom domain	Yes (paid)	Yes (paid)

OpnForm vs Jotform

Feature	OpnForm	Jotform
License	AGPL-3.0 (core)	Proprietary
Self-hosting	Yes	No
Response limit	Unlimited	100/month on Starter (free)
Conditional logic	Yes	Yes
Payment collection	Stripe	Stripe, PayPal, 30+ gateways
White-labeling	Enterprise tier	Yes (paid plans)
Form analytics	Yes	Yes

Who OpnForm is for#

SaaS teams building onboarding and feedback forms

Skip if:

Privacy-first organizations with GDPR requirements

Skip if:

Developers building form-driven data pipelines

Skip if:

Small businesses replacing Typeform to remove response caps

Skip if:

The problem it solves#

How it solves it#

No-Code Form Builder with Drag-and-Drop Editor

Conditional Logic and Answer Piping

Native Integrations with Slack, Zapier, and Stripe

AI-Assisted Form Creation and MCP Server

Self-Hosted or EU-Hosted Deployment

Form Analytics and PDF Template Mapping

Strengths and trade-offs#

Strengths

Trade-offs

OpnForm vs alternatives#

OpnForm vs Typeform

OpnForm vs Jotform

Quick start#

What it's built on#

FAQ#

Similar open-source tools#

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Who OpnForm is for#

SaaS teams building onboarding and feedback forms

Skip if:

Privacy-first organizations with GDPR requirements

Skip if:

Developers building form-driven data pipelines

Skip if:

Small businesses replacing Typeform to remove response caps

Skip if:

The problem it solves#

How it solves it#

No-Code Form Builder with Drag-and-Drop Editor

Conditional Logic and Answer Piping

Native Integrations with Slack, Zapier, and Stripe

AI-Assisted Form Creation and MCP Server

Self-Hosted or EU-Hosted Deployment

Form Analytics and PDF Template Mapping

Strengths and trade-offs#

Strengths

Trade-offs

OpnForm vs alternatives#

OpnForm vs Typeform

OpnForm vs Jotform

Quick start#

What it's built on#

FAQ#

Similar open-source tools#

Open source tools in these categories#

No-Code & Low-Code

Business & Productivity

Web Development

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