Background
The form builder space is crowded, but we felt something was missing.
After running our own businesses (and yes, they all failed 😂), we constantly found ourselves frustrated with the options out there. Existing form builders either looked outdated, were overpriced for small businesses, or simply hadn't been updated in years. Others lacked the features we desperately needed.
So, we decided to explore the idea of creating something better—a form builder that's not just functional and feature-rich, but affordable for everyone.
Manifesto
At HeyForm, we believe in making form-building simple, affordable, and accessible to everyone.
Our mission is to empower businesses of all sizes with the tools they need to gather and manage data effortlessly. We value transparency in everything we do, from pricing to product updates. Innovation drives us, but it's our community that inspires us to keep improving. We're committed to building a platform that works for you—because we know that when you succeed, so do we.
Open-Source
HeyForm wasn't always open-source, but as a small team of just two, we knew that collaboration was key. We decided to open HeyForm up to the world, inviting talented developers to contribute and make it even better. The response was incredible—HeyForm quickly became a favorite in the open-source community. We hit #1 on the trending list for days and gained over 6,000 stars in just the first four months.
This move has allowed us to build something truly special. Forget the old 'build vs. buy' debate—here's a better solution: We build the software, you own it. You can fork the project, contribute to its development, or join a community that helps you make it your own. Together, we're creating a tool that's not only powerful but also shaped by the people who use it.
Build in Public
At HeyForm, we believe in the power of transparency. That's why we build in public. We share our development process and progress openly, inviting our community to join us every step of the way. Your feedback and suggestions shape our updates and improvements, making HeyForm better with each iteration.
Building in public means you get to see the journey, from the initial idea to the final product. It's an ongoing collaboration that keeps us accountable and ensures that we create a tool that truly meets your needs. Join us as we continue to innovate and improve, together.