Google Forms Payment Integration
Google Forms doesn't support payments natively. Here are 4 ways to collect payments with your forms — from add-ons to better alternatives.
Google Forms Has No Native Payment Feature
Google Forms is great for collecting information, but it can't process payments directly. You'll need a workaround or alternative solution to accept payments.
4 Ways to Accept Payments with Google Forms
- Works within Google Forms
- Multiple payment providers
- Auto-updates Google Sheets
- Some offer free tiers
- Monthly fees ($10-50/mo)
- Limited customization
- Form looks basic
- Separate payment step
Google Forms + Add-ons vs Alternatives
Compare Google Forms with payment add-ons to purpose-built solutions:
| Feature | Google Forms + Add-on | PayRequest |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Cost | $10-50/mo for add-on | From €5/mo (all included) |
| Payment Providers | 1-3 per add-on | Stripe + Mollie + PayPal |
| Payment Methods | Cards, PayPal | 20+ (iDEAL, SEPA, Bancontact...) |
| Form Design | Basic Google styling | Branded sales pages |
| Payment Tracking | Via Google Sheets | Built-in dashboard |
| Reminders | Manual | Automatic email + SMS |
| Subscriptions | Limited | Full recurring billing |
| Setup Time | 30-60 minutes | 5 minutes |
Google Forms Works For:
- Simple event registrations
- School fundraisers
- One-time donations
- Order forms with few products
- Already using Google Workspace
Use a Payment Platform Instead For:
- Professional business payments
- Recurring subscriptions
- Multiple payment methods
- Automatic payment reminders
- Branded checkout experience
- High-volume transactions
Step-by-Step: Add Payments to Google Forms
Here's how to set up the most common method — using the Payable Forms add-on:
Create Your Google Form
Go to forms.google.com and create your form with all the fields you need (name, email, items, quantities).
Install a Payment Add-on
Click the puzzle icon (Add-ons) → Get add-ons → Search 'Payable Forms' or 'PayQ' → Install.
Connect Your Payment Provider
Open the add-on → Connect your Stripe, PayPal, or Square account → Authorize the connection.
Configure Payment Settings
Set your currency, map form fields to payment amounts, enable automatic total calculation.
Enable Payments
Toggle 'Make this form payable' to Yes → Save settings → Test with a small payment.
Share Your Form
Share the form link. Payments flow to your connected account, status updates in Google Sheets.
Limitations of Google Forms Payments
Not PCI Compliant
Google Forms itself isn't PCI-compliant. Add-ons handle card data, but you're trusting third parties.
Basic Form Design
Forms look like... Google Forms. No branding, limited styling, not ideal for professional businesses.
Manual Reconciliation
Matching form responses to payments in Stripe/PayPal can be tedious, especially at scale.
No Built-in Reminders
If someone submits but doesn't pay, you have to chase them manually.
Add-on Dependency
If the add-on company shuts down or changes pricing, your payment flow breaks.
Limited Payment Methods
Most add-ons only support Stripe and PayPal. No iDEAL, SEPA, Bancontact for European customers.
Better Alternative: PayRequest
Skip the add-ons. PayRequest combines forms and payments in one professional solution — no Google Forms needed.
How PayRequest Works
- 1Create a payment link or sales page
- 2Add your products, services, or custom amounts
- 3Share via link, email, SMS, or embed
- 4Customers pay with their preferred method
- 5Track everything in one dashboard
Frequently Asked Questions
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