If you’re tired of contact forms that look like they work but quietly lose leads, you’re not alone. I see this problem constantly – small businesses relying on plugins, third-party services, or SaaS tools that fail silently, break during updates, or lock their data behind monthly fees.
I’m Keith Smith, a freelance PHP developer, and I build
custom PHP contact forms, lead management systems, and internal tools that actually do what they’re supposed to do: capture leads, store them safely, and integrate with how your business already works.
- No SaaS lock-in.
- No mystery plugins.
- No losing control of your data.
- Just clean, reliable PHP systems built for long-term use.
What PHPCoderUSA Specializes In
Custom PHP Contact Forms That Store Your Leads
Most contact forms only send emails – and when email fails, your leads disappear. I build self-hosted contact forms that store submissions directly in your database, so nothing gets lost.
- Form-to-database PHP integration
- Secure PHP + MySQL storage
- Spam protection and deliverability fixes
- Full data ownership (your server, your data)
Whether you’re on WordPress or a custom PHP site, your leads should never depend on email alone.
Lead Management Without SaaS or Monthly Fees
If you don’t need a bloated CRM, you shouldn’t have to pay for one.
I build lightweight, internal lead management systems designed specifically for small businesses:
- View, search, and manage leads
- Track follow-ups and internal notes
- Tools built around your real workflow
- No per-user fees, no subscriptions
Think of it as a custom CRM alternative, built only with what you need – nothing more.
WordPress and Non-WordPress PHP Solutions
Some developers only work inside WordPress. Others refuse to touch it. I work with both.
- Custom WordPress contact forms (plugin-free or custom plugins)
- Gravity Forms and Contact Form 7 alternatives
- Standalone PHP contact form systems
- Headless form backends
- Migrations from WordPress to custom PHP
If it runs on PHP, I can extend it, fix it, or rebuild it properly.
Fixing What’s Broken (Before You Lose More Leads)
Many clients come to me after realizing their contact form hasn’t worked in months – sometimes years.
I troubleshoot and fix:
- Contact forms not sending emails
- Forms going to spam
- Broken PHP form handlers
- WordPress form plugin conflicts
- Legacy PHP form code
In many cases, I can also recover existing form data or redesign the system so it never fails silently again.
Why Custom PHP Instead of Plugins or SaaS?
Plugins and SaaS tools are built for everyone. Your business isn’t.
- Full control over your data
- No third-party dependencies
- Better performance and security
- Systems that grow with your business
- Clean integration with legacy or internal tools
When contact forms and lead capture are tied directly to revenue, “good enough” isn’t good enough.
How I Work
- Understand how leads enter your business
- Identify where data is being lost or restricted
- Build a custom PHP solution around your process
- Test everything – no silent failures
- Deliver a system you fully own
No jargon. No upsells. Just solutions that work.
Get Started
If your contact forms matter to your business – and they should – let’s fix them
or rebuild them properly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to be using WordPress?
No. I work with WordPress and non-WordPress PHP systems.
Can you replace my existing form plugin?
Yes. I replace Gravity Forms or Contact Form 7 with custom solutions.
Will my leads be stored in my own database?
Yes. You own your data – no third-party SaaS required.
Can you work with legacy PHP code?
Absolutely. A lot of my work involves fixing or extending older systems.
Is this overkill for a small business?
Not if leads matter to you. Most businesses only realize the cost
after leads are lost.