How to Add Custom Fields ConvertKit

Quick summary

Adding custom fields in ConvertKit lets you collect extra subscriber data directly through your signup form, enabling smarter segmentation and personalized email campaigns. This tutorial walks through every step — from creating a new form to saving a required custom field inside the form editor.

Steps

1. Log in to ConvertKit and click '+ Create a new' from the dashboard.
2. Select 'Form' from the creation options.
3. Select a display format for your new form.
4. Click the add icon in the form editor to add a custom field.
5. In the form editor, click on an existing field to open its settings.
6. Select a field from the available field options.
7. Check the 'Required' box to make the field mandatory for subscribers.
8. ConvertKit automatically saves the new field — click 'Save' to apply all changes.