How to Send Gravity Forms Submissions to Pardot
Pardot is a marketing automation platform. Gravity Forms is one of the most powerful form plugins for WordPress. Pardot is where that data needs to go. Here is how to connect them without Zapier or code.
Why not just use Zapier?
For connecting Gravity Forms to marketing automation, a cloud automation service adds cost and a dependency on an external server. AFI runs on your site with no task limits.
What you will need
- A WordPress site with Gravity Forms installed and at least one form.
- A Pardot account.
- The Advanced Form Integration plugin (free from WordPress.org).
Connect Pardot to AFI
Pardot uses OAuth 2.0 for authentication. In AFI → Settings → Pardot, click Authorize and grant access. This is a one-time step.
Setting up the integration
1. Create a new integration
Go to AFI → Add New. Name it Gravity Forms to Pardot.
2. Pick your trigger
Select Gravity Forms as the form provider and choose the form you want to connect. AFI detects the fields automatically.
3. Select Pardot as the destination
Choose Pardot from the platform dropdown and pick Create Prospect. This creates a prospect in Pardot.
4. Map fields
Match each Pardot field on the left to the corresponding Gravity Forms field on the right. You can also use smart tags like {{_submission_date}} and {{utm_source}}.
5. Add conditions if needed
Only want to send certain submissions? Set up a conditional rule based on any form field value.
6. Save and test
Click Save Integration. Fill out your Gravity form and submit. Check Pardot to confirm the data arrived. If anything looks wrong, open AFI → Log to see the exact request and response.
Free vs Pro
The free version maps email, first name, and last name to Pardot with unlimited submissions. Pro adds custom field mapping. No per-submission fees on any plan.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need coding skills?
No. Everything is configured through a visual interface, including field mapping.
Will adding this slow down my form?
No. AFI sends data to the destination after the form submission completes. Your visitors see the normal confirmation message without any delay.
Can I connect multiple Gravity Forms?
Yes. Create a separate integration for each form, or send one form to multiple platforms.
Get started
Install Advanced Form Integration free from WordPress.org and connect Gravity Forms to Pardot in minutes.
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