Cognito Forms alternative based in New Zealand

Create incredible online forms using all the advanced features you need.

Snapforms is based here in New Zealand. We host our data on New Zealand-based servers and adhere to the New Zealand Privacy Principles, Privacy Act and the government's Cyber Security Guidelines.

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Trusted by New Zealand organisations of all shapes and sizes

Enjoy local support, a full feature set, and direct integrations with New Zealand's most popular software platforms.

New Zealand-Hosted Solution

Keep your data onshore to ensure compliance with New Zealand Privacy Principles and Privacy Act.

New Zealand-Based Support

Get local New Zealand-based support and expert guidance via phone, email or chat.

Billing in New Zealand Dollars

Snapforms' pricing and billing is all in New Zealand currency (NZD) with monthly or annual plans.

Comparing Snapforms vs. Cognito Forms

Features	Snapforms	Cognito Forms
New Zealand Privacy Principles Compliance
New Zealand Support
Bills in NZD
Unlimited Form Fields
Multi-Page Forms
Include Your Branding
Done-For-You Form Builds
Collect Signatures
Direct Integrations with New Zealand's Most Popular Platforms
Payment Integrations
Make Bookings and Appointments
Advanced Workflows
Conditional Logic
Form Templates
Save and Resume
Field Validation
File Uploads
Website Embed
Hosted Form URL

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“We had to find a solution where the data was kept onshore.”

This not-for-profit charity transitioned its online forms from an offshore provider to a secure, New Zealand-based solution that complied with New Zealand’s privacy laws.

Improve your processes and workflows using flexible online forms

Use Snapforms' powerful features to give your clients and customers a better experience, streamline internal processes, and make informed business decisions.

Pre-Built Integrations

Get out-of-box integrations with New Zealand software providers and practice management software.

Custom Integrations

We can work with you to develop custom integrations and automations for your specific needs.

Payment Integrations

Accept payments on your form using our integrations with New Zealand banks and global payment providers.

New Zealand Partnerships

We work with New Zealand organisations in government, health & medical, corporate and small business.

Done-For-You Form Builds

If you're time-poor, our team can build your forms for you, according to your specific needs.

Include Your Branding

Easily customise the design and branding of your forms, which work great on all devices.

Website Embed

Quickly and easily embed your form on your website.

Conditional Logic

Show or hide certain form fields depending on the user's answers to previous questions.

Collect Signatures

Enable users to digitally sign forms using their mouse or finger.

Social Integration

Let your users quickly fill your form using their Facebook information.

Advanced Workflows

Involve multiple people in approval flows, multiple signatories, multi-department processes and more.

Save and Complete Later

Allow users to save their incomplete form submission and come back to it later.

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Cognito Forms Alternative FAQs

Can we migrate existing Cognito Forms to Snapforms?
Yes, you can migrate your existing Cognito Forms to Snapforms using our form builder. Or if you don't have the time, simply send us an example of the form you want to recreate to contact@snapforms.co.nz and we’ll migrate it into Snapforms for you.
Can we embed your forms onto our website?
Yes, it is easy and simple to embed your forms on your website. They will blend seamlessly with your site and your users can fill out the form using their mobile devices or desktops.
Is Cognito Forms New Zealand Privacy Principles compliant?
No, Cognito Forms is not compliant with the New Zealand Privacy Principles and Privacy Act 1988. Accordingly, Cognito Forms is not the right solution for you if you are: a business that sells or purchases personal information; a credit reporting body; a contracted service provider for an New Zealand Government contract; an employee association registered or recognised under the Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009; a business that holds accreditation under the Consumer Data Right System; a business that has opted in to the Privacy Act; a business that is related to a business that is covered by the Privacy Act; or a business prescribed by the Privacy Regulation 2013; a private-sector health service provider; a traditional health service provider, such as a private hospital, day surgery, medical practitioner, pharmacist or allied health professional; a complementary therapist, such as a naturopath or chiropractor; a gym or weight loss clinic; or a childcare centre, private school or private tertiary educational institution.
Is Cognito Forms secure?
It depends on your plan. Unlike Snapforms, Cognito Forms only offers data encryption (using a 256-bit SSL connection) for its higher-paid plans. All Snapforms submission data is disk encrypted under AES-256, no matter what plan you are on.
Is Cognito Forms GDPR compliant?
Yes, Cognito Forms is GDPR-compliant. However, New Zealand organisations are not generally bound by GDPR for online forms. The New Zealand Privacy Principles may apply to your organisation, and Cognito Forms is not compliant with the New Zealand Privacy Principles (Privacy Act 1988).
Is Cognito Forms free?
Cognito Forms does offer a very limited free plan with no data encryption. At Snapforms we offer an unlimited free trial with AES-256 data encryption and no credit card required.
What is Cognito Forms used for?
Like Snapforms, Cognito Forms lets you create forms, share them online, receive instant alerts, and manage your data. With Snapforms you can put together all types of forms, including registration forms, data collection for NDIS applications, event bookings and much more, but still comply with New Zealand privacy legislation.
Does Cognito Forms have New Zealand support?
No, Cognito Forms provides a simple support request form on their website but does not have an New Zealand-based support team, unlike Snapforms. Join Snapforms to get everything you can get from Cognito Forms, plus compliance with the New Zealand Privacy Principles, and local 24/7 expert support.