CF7 Google Sheet Connector Review

If you’re using Contact Form 7 on your WordPress site, you’re probably aware that it doesn’t store submissions anywhere except your inbox.

That means every time you get a new lead, you have to manually sort and check emails to extract relevant data for your campaigns.

Enter CF7 Google Sheet Connector, a plugin that automatically saves every form submission directly to a Google Sheet. Not only does this reduce the time commitment on your part, but it also provides structured data for quick analysis and decision-making.

But is CF7 Google Sheet Connector really that useful? What steps are required to set it up on WordPress? Will I gain any other benefits from using this tool for my business?

In this hands-on review of CF7 Google Sheet Connector, I’l tell you everything you need to know to make the most of this wonderful plugin.

CF7 Google Sheet Connector: Overview and Key Features

CF7 Google Sheet Connect is one of the most powerful WordPress solutions for integrating website forms and eCommerce data with Google Sheets.

It enables real-time data syncing, eliminating manual data entry and simplifying workflow automation for businesses.

As a freemium addon plugin, GSheetConnector lets you integrate data at no upfront cost, with advanced features available in its Pro plan.

Key features:

• Historical data import: Bring all your previous form submissions into Google Sheets with one-click sync settings.
• Visual customization: Customize header colors and alternate row shading to quickly identify patterns in your submission data
• Attachment links: Access uploaded PDFs and images directly from your spreadsheet without manual import.
• Role management: Restrict which team members can access and modify sheet connections for improved security and workflow control
• Multi-sheet routing: Automatically sort leads to different sheets based on criteria like product interest or lead quality

Hands-On With CF7 Google Sheet Connector Pro

In this section, We’ll share the exact steps we took to install and configure the CF7 Google Sheet Connector on my WordPress site.

Since we were looking for a way to optimize lead management, we decided to get the PRO version of the plugin for additional features and support.

Set Up & Installation

First, you’ll need to download the Free or PRO version of CF7 Google Sheet Connector. To do so, head over to their official site and sign up for the relevant version. Once done, you’ll get an email that includes the plugin download link and the license key.

You can also download the plugin through the developer’s website. Log into your account and then go to My Account > Purchase History > View Details and Downloads. There, you’ll be able to download the file and get the license key.

To install G7 Google Connector Sheet in WordPress:

1. Open your WordPress dashboard

2. Click Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin

3. Click Choose File and upload the downloaded plugin

4. Complete the installation and click Activate Plugin

After the plugin activates, make sure to validate the license key so that you can access every feature of G7 Google Sheet Connector Pro. Go to the License tab in plugin settings and paste the key to unlock different functionalities.

Authenticating with Google

Next, you have to authenticate your Google account for the plugin to sync data with Google Sheets. To do so, open the plugin and click the Sign in with Google button.

You’ll also need to save the authentication for the plugin to use your Google account. Once done, you will be able to configure other aspects of the plugin.

Note: Authentication via pre-approved API may occasionally be unavailable due to high usage. In that scenario, you can create your own APi in Google Cloud Console and grant the necessary permissions. Here’s the step-by-step guide.

Connecting Form Fields 

After authenticating Google Sign-Up for Contact Form 7, the next step is to connect your form submissions to Google Sheets. 

Go to WordPress Admin > Contact > Contact Forms and choose the form you want to link. 

In the form menu, you should see a new “GSheetConnector” tab; click on it and then select the Google Sheet where you want submissions to be stored.

Once inside the GSheetConnector settings, you’ll see a list of form fields available for mapping to Google Sheets. Start by enabling the fields you want to store by using the toggle buttons next to each field, or click “Check All” if you want to include everything. Each enabled field will be linked to a column in your Google Sheet, and you can rename them in the custom header name section if needed.

Below this, you’ll find Special Mail Tags, which allow you to capture additional details like submission date, user IP, or user login information. If you need this data, toggle the relevant options, and they will be added as extra columns in your sheet.

If the field order matters, you can drag and reorder them to match the structure of your Google Sheet. Once everything is mapped correctly, click Save to apply the settings.

Testing Implementation

After setting everything up, it’s important to test whether the bridge is working correctly. Open a webpage featuring the form and do some test submissions using Contact Form 7. 

If data starts populating on the connected Google Sheet, you can be sure that the plugin is working and ready to support your lead management efforts

Using GSheet Connector with Other Forms

Although we tested this integration with Contact Form 7, the GSheet Connector works with numerous WordPress plugins across different categories:

• Popular Contact forms: The integration works seamlessly with leading form plugins like WPForms, Ninja Forms, Gravity Forms, Forminator, and Formidable Forms. After authenticating your Google account, you’ll find GSheet Connector settings within each plugin’s form editor. Simply select your sheet, map your fields, and your form submissions will sync automatically.
• Page Builder Forms: If you build forms with page builders, GSheet Connector supports Elementor Forms, Avada Forms, and Divi Forms. Configuration is typically found in the form’s “Actions After Submit” or similar settings section, where you can customize how data appears in Google Sheets.
• E-Commerce Platforms: GSheet Connector also integrates with WooCommerce and Easy Digital Downloads (EDD). This powerful feature lets you track orders, customer information, and product details in customized Google Sheets, creating real-time sales dashboards without any manual data entry.

CF7 Google Sheet Connector Pricing

CF7 Google Sheet Connector offers several licensing options to suit the needs of different businesses:

• 1 site license – $39 (billed once annually until canceled)
• 3 site license – $99 (billed once annually until canceled)
• 10 site license – $139 (billed once annually until canceled)
• Unlimited site license – $249 (billed once annually until canceled)
• 1 site license for lifetime – $139

The developer also offers a 14-day money-back guarantee. In case their support team isn’t able to resolve potential issues, you can request a full refund and get your money back.

Final Verdict

After spending a good amount of time with CF7 Google Sheet Connector Pro, we can tell you it delivers on its promise. 

The setup process is quick and painless. You just need to download the plugin, connect your Google account, and start mapping your form fields to spreadsheet columns.

We like how the field mapping gives you complete control. You can choose exactly which form data goes to your spreadsheet and organize it in a way that makes sense for your business needs.

When it comes to pricing, we think it’s fair for what you get. The lifetime license makes the most sense if you plan to use Contact Form 7 on your site for the long run.

Overall, if you’re using Contact Form 7 (or other supported forms) and need your data organized, there’s no better tool than CF7 Google Sheet Connector at this time.