Stop losing top applicants to clunky paperwork. Upgrade your forms with PlatoForms.

Modernize Your Application Process

No one likes printing, scanning, or mailing documents. Whether you are managing university enrollments, job applications, volunteer sign-ups, or permit requests, PlatoForms removes the friction. Convert your PDF documents into fillable web forms online in minutes, allowing applicants to apply quickly from any device. Experience a higher completion rate and zero manual data entry.
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Go Paperless, Boost Engagement

Transform how you collect application data
Build an Engaging Experience

Ditch the rigid layouts. Turn your complex PDFs into beautiful, custom web forms that match your brand. Provide your applicants with a user-friendly, mobile-responsive interface that makes submitting their details—and their resumes—effortless.

Connect & Automate

Why stop at data collection? Standardize your backend processes by connecting your applications to powerful third-party add-ons. Sync submissions directly to your cloud storage, CRM, or team communication channels instantly.

Ready-to-use templates and easy sharing

Start Fast, Reach More Applicants

You don’t have to start from scratch. Browse our extensive form templates library to find the perfect starting point for your application. Once your form is ready, share it instantly via direct link, QR code, or seamlessly embed it into your website. By removing the barrier of downloading files, you’ll see a massive increase in applicant response rates!
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Frictionless form filling

Pre-fill Data & Let Applicants Resume Later

Long applications can be daunting. With PlatoForms, you can send out editable invitations that pre-fill known details (like a candidate’s name or email) to save them time. Plus, applicants can securely save their progress and resume later if they need to step away to gather references or write a cover letter. No more lost progress or frustrated applicants.
Keep application data organized in one place

Collect Signatures & Supporting Documents

Applications often require more than just form inputs. With PlatoForms, you can add fields to capture electronic signatures and allow applicants to upload supporting files such as resumes, transcripts, or ID documents.All submissions are stored together with the original form structure, making it easier to review, download, and manage application data in a consistent format.
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From submission to final approval

Automate Your Application Pipeline

An application’s journey doesn’t end when the submit button is clicked. Use our robust Workflow features to route applications to the right departments automatically. Set up custom rules so an HR manager reviews the application first, followed by a department head. Keep applicants in the loop with automated email confirmations, ensuring everyone stays connected and moving forward.

FAQ’S

  • My application has multiple separate PDF documents. Do applicants have to fill them out one by one?
    Not at all! You can use our innovative Master Form feature. It allows you to combine multiple PDF documents into a single, unified web form. Your applicant only needs to fill out their information (like name and address) once, and PlatoForms will automatically populate that data across all the different PDF files in your application packet.
  • Long applications cause high drop-off rates. How can PlatoForms help?
    We highly recommend using our Conversational Forms. Instead of overwhelming an applicant with a massive wall of questions, conversational forms present one question at a time. It feels more like a friendly chat than a formal exam, which significantly improves user experience and drastically increases form completion rates.
  • Can I build an application form if I don’t already have a PDF?
    Yes! With PlatoForms, you can create forms from scratch using our AI form generator—just describe what you need, and the system will generate a structured form for you. To save even more time, you can also browse our Templates directory and customize a pre-built application form to match your specific requirements.
  • How do we handle multi-stage application approvals (e.g., HR review, then Manager review)?
    PlatoForms is built for collaboration. By setting up a form workflow, you can automate the entire approval chain. When an applicant submits their form, it can be automatically routed to HR for an initial signature, and then forwarded to a department manager for final approval, all while keeping the data secure and tracked.
Explore the capabilities

Discover PlatoForms’ potential for your team

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PDF Online Form

Online PDF Form With Original Design

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Master Form

Fill Once and Create Multiple PDFs

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Invitation

Invite Users To Complete a Pre-filled Form

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Workflow

Fill out a PDF in Multiple Steps

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