Open-source Microsoft Forms alternative: LimeSurvey

Updated 7/19/2026

Microsoft Forms is fine for simple forms but limited for serious surveys. LimeSurvey is the open-source survey platform, with far more advanced features, on your own server.

What LimeSurvey offers

Dozens of question types and conditional logic (branching based on answers).
Quotas, multilingual surveys and customizable templates.
Result export and built-in statistics.
Anonymous or authenticated responses, with full control of the data.

Why self-hosted

Respondent data, often sensitive, stays on your server, GDPR compliant. There are no response or survey limits imposed by a subscription.

How to start

Install LimeSurvey with one click from the app catalog. A small plan is enough for most surveys; connect your own domain for a professional completion link.

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