# How to Create a Contact Form in Joomla

> To create a contact form in Joomla, go to the Components menu and click Contacts. Click New, select a category, add details, choose images, enter a position title, add an email address, location details, and communication methods. Enter a name for the form and click Save and Close.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-create-a-contact-form-in-joomla/
Apps: Joomla
Updated: 2026-10-05
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## Steps

1. First, head to the 'Components' menu in your Joomla admin panel to access the built-in extensions.
2. Click on 'Contacts' to open the contact management section where all your forms will be created and organized.
3. Let's create your first contact form by clicking the '+ New' button in the top-left corner.
4. You're now in the contact creation interface where you'll set up all the form details.
5. Select a category like to organize your contact forms - this helps when you have multiple forms.
6. Now, let's add the essential details that will appear on your contact form. Click 'Select'.
7. Choose from the images and click 'Select'.
8. Enter a position title if this form is for a specific role.
9. Add the email address where form submissions should be sent.
10. Now, let's add location details that'll display on your form.
11. Let's add communication methods like phone numbers or social media handles to give visitors options.
12. Enter a name for this contact form.
13. Click 'Save & Close' to create your contact form and make it available on your Joomla website.