Accept any file type
Collect PDFs, images, documents, spreadsheets, or any other file — restrict to specific types when you need to.
PDFDOCXPNG+ more
File Upload Forms
Collect files right inside your form
Add a file upload field to any form and let people attach documents, images, and more with their submission. Set the allowed types and size limit, and find every file in your dashboard.
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How it works
Build a file upload form in three steps
Add the field, set what people can upload, and collect every file in your dashboard.
01
Add a File Upload field
In the Builder, open Add Elements and drop the File Upload field into a new or existing form.
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02
Set allowed types & size limit
Choose which file types respondents can attach, set a maximum size, and allow multiple files if you need them.
PDFPNGJPG+ any type
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Collect & access files
Publish the form. Every uploaded file is stored securely with the submission and ready to download from your dashboard.
PDFDownload
portfolio.pdf
Jordan Lee · 2.4 MB
What you get
Everything you need to collect files online
Build the form, set the rules, and let people attach files — every upload lands with its submission, ready when you are.
Set size limits
Define a maximum file size so submissions stay manageable and you only receive what you can use.
↥Up to 25MB per file
Allow multiple files
Let people attach several files in a single field — perfect for portfolios, photo sets, and document bundles.
JPGcover.jpg
PDFbrief.pdf
Stored securely
Uploaded files are transmitted and stored securely, attached to the right submission and only visible to you.
Encrypted & private
Download from your dashboard
Find every file next to its submission and download it any time — no inbox digging or attachment chasing.
PDFresume.pdf
Works on any device
People upload straight from a phone, tablet, or computer — drag and drop on desktop, tap to attach on mobile.
DesktopMobileTablet
Where it helps
Built for forms that need an attachment
Job applications
Collect résumés, cover letters, and portfolios with every application, all attached to the candidate.
Portfolio & photo submissions
Let applicants and entrants upload images, design files, and reels straight from the form.
Documents & paperwork
Gather signed forms, IDs, receipts, and supporting documents without back-and-forth email.
Quotes & project briefs
Have clients attach specs, references, and assets when they request a quote or kick off a project.
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FAQ
File upload form FAQs
Find answers to common questions below, or reach out to our team for more help.
Free to start
Start collecting files on your forms
Add a File Upload field, set the types and size limit, and publish. Files land securely in your dashboard, ready to download.