Free, open-source alternatives to Google Forms
Free forms and surveys from Google. 4 apps you can run yourself instead of Google Forms, sorted by how well they replace it. Each one is open source, so your data stays with you.
OpnFormBest match
Beautiful form builder.
HeyForm
Form builder that allows anyone to create engaging conversational forms for surveys, questionnaires, quizzes, and polls.
Formbricks
Experience Management Suite built on the largest open source survey stack worldwide. Gracefully gather feedback at every step of the customer journey to know what your customers need.
LimeSurvey
Feature-rich web-based polling software. Supports extensive survey logic.
Side by side
| App | Stars | License | Activity | Runs on |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OpnForm | 3,825 | AGPL-3.0 | PHP, Node.js, Docker | |
| HeyForm | 9,018 | AGPL-3.0 | Docker | |
| Formbricks | 13,093 | AGPL-3.0 | Node.js, Docker | |
| LimeSurvey | 3,763 | GPL-2.0 | PHP |
Why replace Google Forms?
Google Forms works, but your data lives in someone else's account, the price can change at any time, and features can disappear. An open-source app you run yourself is yours: you choose where it runs, who can see the data, and when to update.
Questions
What is the best free alternative to Google Forms?
OpnForm is the closest open-source replacement for Google Forms in our list. HeyForm and Formbricks are worth a look too, depending on what you need.
Can I self-host an alternative to Google Forms?
Yes. All 4 apps on this page are open source and can run on your own server, usually with Docker, or on a managed host that installs them for you.