Gravity Forms Dropbox Add-On

The Gravity Forms Dropbox Add-On is an official integration that connects your WordPress forms with Dropbox, allowing you to automatically send uploaded files to your Dropbox account or let users upload directly from theirs. It streamlines file management, ensures secure cloud storage, and integrates seamlessly with workflows.

🌐 Overview

• Purpose: Store and organise Gravity Forms file uploads in Dropbox.
• Integration: Official Gravity Forms add-on, included with Pro, Elite, and Nonprofit licenses.
• Audience: Businesses, agencies, and site owners needing secure cloud storage for form submissions.

🔑 Key Features

• Automatic Uploads: Send form file uploads directly to Dropbox when a form is submitted.
• Dropbox Upload Field: Add a special field to forms that lets users upload files from their own Dropbox account.
• Custom Folder Mapping: Choose a specific Dropbox folder or dynamically assign folders based on form data.
• Secure Storage: Files are stored safely in Dropbox, one of the industry leaders in cloud storage.
• Workflow Integration: Compatible with Gravity Flow, allowing Dropbox actions to be triggered at specific workflow steps.
• Organised Submissions: Keep submissions neatly sorted into designated folders for easy access.

⚙️ How It Works

1. Install Add-On: Activate the Dropbox Add-On in Gravity Forms.
2. Connect Account: Authenticate with your Dropbox account via API.
3. Configure Feeds: Define where uploaded files should be stored (static folder or dynamic path).
4. Add Dropbox Field (Optional): Allow users to upload files directly from their Dropbox.
5. Submit Form: Files are automatically uploaded to Dropbox and organised according to your settings.

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⚠️ Considerations & Limitations

• Requires a Dropbox account for integration.
• License restriction: Available only with Pro, Elite, or Nonprofit tiers.
• Storage limits: Subject to Dropbox plan limits.
• Best for file-heavy workflows: Smaller forms may not need cloud integration.

✅ Best For

• Agencies are collecting client documents.
• Businesses managing contracts, proposals, or uploads.
• Educational institutions gather assignments or applications.
• E-commerce sites require product images or proofs.

In short, the Gravity Forms Dropbox Add-On ensures that all form uploads are securely stored and organised in Dropbox, reducing server load and improving accessibility for teams.

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