Overview
Forms allow you to capture leads directly from your website. When visitors fill out your form, a new inquiry is automatically created in Cortado.Key Features
- Embeddable Forms: Add forms to any website
- Automatic Lead Creation: Form submissions create inquiries
- Custom Fields: Capture the information you need
- Notifications: Get notified when new leads come in
Creating a Form
- Navigate to Settings > Forms
- Click Create Form
- Configure your form:
- Form name (internal reference)
- Fields to include
- Notification settings
- Click Save
Form Fields
Choose which fields to include on your form:| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | Contact’s full name |
| Contact’s email address | |
| Phone | Contact’s phone number |
| Company | Company name |
| Event Date | Requested event date |
| Event Type | Type of event |
| Guest Count | Expected number of guests |
| Message | Additional details |
Embedding Your Form
Getting the Embed Code
- Open your form in Settings > Forms
- Click Get Embed Code
- Copy the provided code
Adding to Your Website
Paste the embed code into your website’s HTML where you want the form to appear:The exact embed code will be provided in your Cortado dashboard.
Form Submissions
Where Submissions Go
When someone fills out your form:- A new inquiry is created in your Leads Pipeline
- The inquiry appears in the New Inquiries stage
- You receive a notification (if enabled)
Managing Submissions
- Go to Leads
- Find new submissions in the New Inquiries column
- Review the inquiry details
- Move through your pipeline as you follow up
Best Practices
- Keep forms short - only ask for essential information
- Enable notifications so you can respond quickly
- Test your form before going live
- Place forms strategically on high-traffic pages
Leads Pipeline
Learn how to manage incoming leads.