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Encrypt Form Submissions in WordPress for Stronger Data Protection

Encrypt form submissions in WordPress with seamless submission data encryption.

  • Encrypt submissions WS Form can encrypt form submissions.
  • Seamless decryption Submission meta data is encrypted and decrypted automatically.
  • No extra coding Encryption works without additional coding.
  • Strong encryption methods Uses HKDF-SHA256 keys and AES-256-CTR encryption.
  • Future submissions only Only submissions made after enabling encryption are encrypted.
  • OpenSSL support Requires PHP 5.6+ and OpenSSL.

Protect form submission data with built-in encryption in WS Form. Submission meta data is encrypted and decrypted seamlessly, with no additional coding required.

WS Form uses HKDF-SHA256 keys and AES-256-CTR encryption for form submissions. In WordPress, only submissions made after data encryption is enabled are encrypted.

File uploads and signature files stored on the server are not encrypted. CSV exports, emails sent with wp_mail, and data sent to third-party integrations are also unencrypted.

  • Protect submission data

    Encrypt form submissions to help protect stored submission data.

  • Automatic processing

    Submission meta data is encrypted and decrypted seamlessly during normal use.

  • No custom code needed

    You can use data encryption without adding extra coding to your forms.

  • Modern cryptography

    WS Form uses HKDF-SHA256 keys together with AES-256-CTR encryption.

  • Works with your server

    Data encryption requires PHP 5.6+ and OpenSSL enabled.

  • Enable from settings

    Data encryption is enabled in WS Form settings after the encryption key is installed in wp-config.php.

  • Applies to new submissions

    Only submissions created after encryption is enabled are stored as encrypted data.

  • Know the exclusions

    Files uploaded to the server, signature files, CSV exports, emails, and third-party integration data are not encrypted.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Data Encryption do in WS Form?

Data Encryption allows WS Form to encrypt form submissions. Submission meta data is encrypted and decrypted seamlessly.

Which encryption methods does WS Form use?

WS Form uses HKDF-SHA256 keys and AES-256-CTR encryption.

Are file uploads and signatures encrypted?

No. Files uploaded to the server, including file upload and signature fields, are not encrypted.

Are exports, emails, and integrations encrypted?

No. CSV exports are not encrypted. Emails sent using wp_mail are unencrypted, and data sent by actions such as Webhook or other third-party integrations is not sent as encrypted data.

Do existing submissions become encrypted when I enable it?

No. Only submissions made after data encryption is enabled will be encrypted.

How do I encrypt submission data in WS Form?

Secure your website using SSL, add the provided key to wp-config.php from the Data settings tab, refresh the settings page to confirm the key is installed, then enable Data Encryption and save. For full setup steps, see Data Encryption.

What are the requirements for Data Encryption?

Data Encryption requires PHP 5.6+ and OpenSSL.

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