Frequently asked questions
Get answers to questions about customer portals
Here are the top questions we receive for customer portals, covering setup, branding, company accounts, integrations, and payment processing. If you have a specific requirement not addressed below, get in touch and we will walk you through it.
- Do I need a developer to set it up?
- No. You control domain settings, branding, page structure, forms, and permission tiers directly from your admin dashboard without installing code or managing server hosting. Every account also includes complimentary onboarding setup assistance if you prefer our team to handle the initial launch of your customer portal software.
- Does it work for companies rather than individuals?
- Yes. You can structure accounts around entire business clients (such as corporate accounts, resellers, or team accounts), allowing multiple team members to access a single organisation profile with shared payment methods and billing controls inside FormaPortal.
- Can I set up and manage my customer portal using AI?
- Yes. FormaPortal connects your customer portal to your favourite AI assistants, including Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, and Grok, via our built-in MCP server. You can get connected in just a few minutes and use plain English to update FAQs and documents, check support tickets, and update customer records. Your assistant only sees and changes what your existing user role allows, and every action is recorded in your audit log.
- Will it look like my own site?
- Yes. Point your web domain to the customer portal platform, apply your brand palette and typography, and upload your custom logo. You have total freedom to edit navigation bars, landing pages, and footers to ensure the portal feels like an authentic extension of your primary domain.
- Can I integrate with other systems?
- Yes. Built-in webhooks, Zapier automation, and REST API access keep your portal in step with your payment gateways, accounting software, and tech stack. If you need a specific native connection, FormaPortal provides custom integration support to fit your workflow.
- How does the payment commission work?
- When your customers pay through the portal for subscription renewals or one-off purchases, we apply the platform rate shown for your plan tier. Stripe charges their processing fee separately, so both are transparently itemised with zero hidden deductions.
- Can I get my data out?
- Yes, whenever you need it, in full. You can export complete customer records, transaction histories, and form submissions at any time with zero export restrictions or proprietary file lock-in.