TellSafe vs Google Forms
Google Forms is a good basic suggestion box. TellSafe adds private follow-up for communities that need to keep a conversation going.
Editorial update: . Compare current TellSafe plans before choosing.
Compare the workflow
| Feature | TellSafe | Google Forms |
|---|---|---|
| Anonymity controls | Anonymous submission mode; optional Anonymous Relay hides the member's relay address from organizers | Depends on email collection, access settings and identifying questions; see the guide |
| Replying to the submitter | Anonymous Relay for private follow-up (Community and Pro) | No built-in anonymous conversation relay; collecting an email for direct replies identifies the address |
| QR codes | Built-in generator for sharing community forms | Share the responder link through a separate QR-code tool |
| Surveys | Surveys and response templates on Pro | General-purpose surveys and quizzes |
| Waivers | Dedicated waiver flow with digital signatures on Pro; signers are identified | General-purpose form questions; not a dedicated waiver signing workflow |
| Price (USD) | Free: $0/month; $0/year. Community: $4.99/month; $47.88/year. Pro: $9.99/month; $95.88/year | Personal forms available at no cost; paid Workspace plans vary |
| Setup time | Self-service: create an organization and share its feedback link | Self-service: create questions, check privacy settings and publish a responder link |
Setup takes checking the workflow as well as creating a link; no timed setup benchmark is claimed. Google's Forms overview and publishing guide describe its general-purpose survey and sharing workflow. See our anonymity guide for the official settings sources.
Explore anonymous feedback you can reply to and anonymous feedback with a QR code.
Google Forms fits when…
You need occasional suggestions or a short survey, can check the privacy settings, and can act on answers without a continuing anonymous conversation.
TellSafe fits when…
You run a studio, club, nonprofit or event and need a standing feedback channel with anonymous follow-up, QR access, and plan options for surveys and identified waivers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Google Forms anonymous?
Google Forms can collect answers without recording email addresses if email collection is off and questions do not ask for identifying details. Limit to 1 response requires sign-in, but Google says usernames are not recorded unless email collection is enabled. Organization restrictions and file uploads can also require sign-in. Free-text details, small groups and submission timing can still identify someone. Read our Google Forms anonymity guide for the settings and official sources. Read the full settings guide.
Can I reply to someone anonymously?
TellSafe Anonymous Relay supports a continuing conversation while keeping the member's relay address hidden from the organizer. A basic Google Form collects answers; emailing someone directly requires their address. Choose based on whether you need a one-way suggestion box or private follow-up.
When is Google Forms enough?
For a basic suggestion box or survey, Google Forms can be a good fit. Check email collection, access and sharing settings, avoid identifying questions, and explain who will review responses.