How to Connect HTML Forms to Google Sheets Without a Backend

Hey there — if you're like me, you've probably built a landing page or a portfolio and thought:

"Okay… now how do I collect form submissions without spinning up an entire backend just for this simple form?"

You're not alone. Setting up a backend just to capture web form data into a Google Sheet is... well, overkill. That’s exactly why I built HeySheet — a no-fuss, serverless solution to collect HTML form submissions directly into Google Sheets (or Notion), without writing any backend code.

Let me walk you through how to do it — step-by-step.

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Why You Don’t Need a Backend for Forms Anymore

Back in the day, we’d:

• Spin up a Node.js or PHP server,
• Set up routing, validation, and spam protection,
• Deploy and manage hosting just to save 3 fields to a sheet.

Now? You just need an endpoint. That’s it.

And that’s what HeySheet gives you — a plug-and-play form endpoint that connects directly to your Google Sheet.

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⚡ Let’s Do This in 5 Simple Steps

Ready to see some magic? Let’s get your HTML form wired up to Google Sheets in less than 5 minutes.

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✅ Step 1: Create a Google Sheet

Open Google Sheets and make a new spreadsheet.

Add column headers like:

Name | Email

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✅ Step 2: Create a Form on HeySheet

1. Go to HeySheet.in
2. Sign in with Google
3. Click “Create New Form”
4. Select the Google Sheet you just created

That’s it — your form is now linked!

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✅ Step 3: Copy the Endpoint

Once your form is created, HeySheet will show you an endpoint like:

https://app.heysheet.in/api/s/xyz

Copy that — we’ll use it in your HTML.

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✅ Step 4: Build a Simple HTML Form

Now go to your website code and add this:

<form action="https://app.heysheet.in/api/s/xyz" method="POST">
  <input type="text" name="Name" placeholder="Your name" required />
  <input type="email" name="Email" placeholder="Your email" required />
  <button type="submit">Send</button>
</form>

⚠️ Make sure the name values (Name, Email ) match the column headers in your sheet.

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✅ Step 5: Test It!

Go ahead and submit the form.

You should see the submission pop up in your Google Sheet — instantly.

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Bonus: Add Spam Protection (Optional)

HeySheet already blocks common spam bots, but if you want extra protection:

• Add a honeypot field (a hidden input field that bots will fill in, but humans won’t)
• Or use Google reCAPTCHA (we’ll add built-in support soon )

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Why HeySheet Is So Handy

Here’s why I personally use it on my own side projects:

• ✅ No backend or database: Eliminate backend development and directly send form data to Google Sheets without a server or database.
• ✅ Works perfectly on static sites: Ideal for static site form submissions (Next.js, Astro, plain HTML, and more).
• ✅ Native Google Sheets & Notion integration: Seamlessly connect your forms to the tools you already use.
• ✅ Secure, fast, and free to get started: Enjoy secure and lightning-fast form data collection, with a generous free tier to get started.
• ✅ Looks like magic, but it’s real: Experience the simplicity of no-code form solutions.

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Bonus Use Cases

You can use HeySheet to collect:

• Contact form messages
• Newsletter signups
• Beta tester interest
• Job applications
• Feedback forms
• Waitlist entries

Basically, anywhere you need form data stored — HeySheet's got your back.

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Wrapping Up

That’s it!

You just connected your HTML form to Google Sheets — without a single line of backend code.

If you're building a landing page, portfolio, or static site and want a fast way to collect form data, definitely give HeySheet a spin.

It takes 2 minutes to set up. No login walls, no bloated UI — just simple forms, powered by Sheets.