CMB SQLite Form

CMB SQLite Form is a lightweight yet powerful contact form solution designed for performance and privacy. Unlike traditional form plugins that clutter your main WordPress database, this plugin stores all submissions in a secure, local SQLite database.

It features a robust Global vs. Per-Form Settings system, allowing you to configure defaults once and override them only when needed for specific forms.

Key Features

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🚀 Zero-Overhead Storage

• Uses a dedicated SQLite database file for submissions.

• Keeps your main WordPress database clean and fast.

• Portable data: Download the entire.db file for backups or migration.

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🛡️ Advanced Bot Protection

• Honeypot Field: Invisible field to trap bots.

• Time Validation: Rejects submissions that are filled out too quickly (human behavior analysis).

• Simple CAPTCHA: Lightweight text-based questions (e.g., “2 + 2 =?”) without external dependencies.

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📧 Junk Email Protection

• Disposable Email Blocker: Automatically blocks temporary/throwaway email addresses.

• Multiple Sources: Supports multiple blocklist sources with automatic deduplication.

• Auto-Updates: Keeps your blocklist fresh with one-click updates.

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🎨 Professional Styling

• Pre-designed Templates: Choose from multiple professional styles (Default, Dark Mode, Minimal, etc.).

• WordPress Customizer Ready: Fully compatible with “Additional CSS” for advanced customization.

• Responsive Design: Forms look great on all devices automatically.

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📨 Flexible Email Notifications

• Dual Notifications: Send distinct emails to Admin (notification) and User (confirmation).

• Custom SMTP Support: Built-in SMTP configuration (Host, Port, Auth, SSL/TLS) to bypass wp_mail() if needed.

• Sender Customization: Customize “From Name” and “From Email” per form.

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⚙️ Smart Configuration System

• Global Defaults: Set your preferred settings once for the entire site.

• Per-Form Overrides: Override ANY setting (fields, emails, styling, protection) for individual forms.

• Modular Architecture: Enable or disable features as needed.

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📊 Full Entry Management (Free)

• Unlimited Submissions: No limits on the number of entries.

• Search & Filter: Easily find specific submissions in the dashboard.

• Export Tools: Download all your data as CSV or full DB backup (often a premium feature in other plugins).

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🔒 Privacy & GDPR

• Consent Checkbox: Built-in privacy policy acceptance field.

• Data Management: Tools to export (CSV/DB) or delete data upon uninstall.

• Local Storage: Data stays on your server, not third-party clouds.

Perfect For

• Contact Forms: Simple, fast, and secure contact pages.

• Lead Generation: Capture leads on landing pages with minimal friction.

• Download Gates: Deliver files (PDFs, ebooks) via email confirmation links.

• Support Requests: Organize customer queries efficiently.

• Event & Quote Requests: Structured data collection for business needs.

• Feedback & Surveys: Gather user opinions without external services.

• High-Performance Sites: Zero database overhead keeps your site fast.

• Privacy-Focused Projects: Local storage with built-in GDPR tools.

• Developers & Agencies: Clean architecture that keeps the main DB optimized.

• Data Ownership: Full access to your data (view/export) without paywalls.

Configuration

Global vs. Form Settings

The plugin uses a smart inheritance system:

1. , your SMTP server, default styling, admin email).

2. Form Settings: When editing a specific form, you can toggle “Override Global Settings” on any section to customize it just for that form.

Setting up Bot Protection

• Go to Global Settings > Bot Protection.

• Enable Honeypot (recommended).

• Enable Time Validation (e.g., set to 3 seconds).

• (Optional) Enable CAPTCHA for stricter forms.

Configuring Email Sending

You can choose how emails are sent:

* WordPress Default: Uses your server’s standard PHP mail() function.

) for reliable delivery.