Scripts | Updated 2026
Quick Answer
The traditional CGI FormMail script (formmail.pl) is available but no longer recommended. FormMail was one of the most popular CGI scripts of the early web, but it has well-known security vulnerabilities that make it a target for spammers. Modern alternatives like PHP's built-in mail() function, WordPress contact form plugins (WPForms, Contact Form 7), or hosted form services are more secure and easier to maintain.
For CGI history and modern alternatives:
Need a Contact Form?
If you are using WordPress, install a contact form plugin like WPForms or Contact Form 7. For static HTML sites, see our guide on why forms do not send email for PHP-based form alternatives.
This article has been consolidated into our CGI guide for easier reference.
