The CF7 Auto Responder Addon is a powerful WordPress plugin that enhances Contact Form 7 functionality by adding automated email marketing capabilities. This solution transforms standard contact forms into sophisticated lead generation tools that integrate seamlessly with popular email marketing platforms.
Key Features That Set This Plugin Apart
Unlike basic contact form plugins, the CF7 Auto Responder Addon offers comprehensive features designed to streamline your marketing workflow:
- Multi-platform integration: Connects with major email service providers including Mailchimp, AWeber, GetResponse, and Constant Contact
- Lead capture and storage: Automatically saves all form submissions in your WordPress database
- Export capabilities: Easily download lead data to CSV for use in Excel or other CRM systems
- Standalone widgets: Four drag-and-drop widgets that work even without Contact Form 7 installed
- Multi-form management: Connect multiple contact forms to different autoresponder lists
How the Auto Responder Addon Enhances Your Marketing
This plugin solves several common pain points for marketers and website owners:
1. Automated List Building
Instead of manually transferring leads from contact forms to your email marketing platform, the addon automatically syncs submissions with your preferred autoresponder service. This ensures no leads fall through the cracks while saving hours of administrative work.
2. Centralized Lead Management
The built-in dashboard organizes all form submissions by source, making it easy to track which marketing channels generate the best leads. You can quickly identify high-performing forms and optimize underperforming ones.
3. Flexible Deployment Options
Whether you use Contact Form 7 or prefer standalone forms, the plugin accommodates your workflow with:
- Seamless integration with existing CF7 forms
- Four pre-designed widget templates for quick deployment
- Customizable form fields to match your branding
Supported Email Marketing Platforms
The CF7 Auto Responder Addon currently integrates with these major services:
- AWeber
- Mailchimp
- GetResponse
- Constant Contact
- Campaign Monitor
- Vertical Response
- Active Campaign
- E-goi
- Benchmark
- SendinBlue
- Sendlane
- Sendiio
Recent Updates and Improvements
The development team regularly updates the plugin to ensure compatibility and add new features:
Version 2.2 (Latest Release)
- Added support for four new autoresponders: Benchmark, SendinBlue, Sendlane and Sendiio
- Updated Vertical Response integration library
- Fixed template and list management issues
- Resolved data logging problems
Version 2.0 Highlights
- Multiple contact form and autoresponder selection
- Ability to connect one form to multiple lists
- 10 professionally designed form templates
- Added Active Campaign integration
- Full compatibility with latest CF7 versions
Practical Applications for Businesses
This plugin delivers tangible benefits for various business scenarios:
Ecommerce Stores
Capture newsletter signups and automatically add subscribers to segmented lists for targeted product promotions.
Service Providers
Convert consultation requests into marketing leads while triggering immediate follow-up emails.
Content Creators
Build your email list by offering lead magnets through embedded forms that automatically deliver content to subscribers.
Getting Started With the Plugin
Implementation is straightforward for WordPress users:
- Install and activate the plugin
- Connect your preferred email marketing service
- Map your existing CF7 forms or create new ones
- Configure autoresponder settings for each form
- Monitor submissions through the intuitive dashboard
For businesses looking to maximize their contact form conversions while minimizing manual work, the CF7 Auto Responder Addon provides an efficient solution that bridges the gap between lead capture and email marketing automation.
