> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.router.so/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Introduction to Router.so

> Router.so is the open source option to manage your forms and capture leads.

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Router.so is headless form handling and lead routing for marketing-minded developers. Our mission is to provide an open-source solution that empowers developers to manage forms efficiently and capture leads effectively.

## Features

Here are some of the key features that Router.so offers:

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  <Accordion title="Endpoint Creation" icon="link">
    Easily create custom endpoints for your forms. Streamline data collection with tailored submission points.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Custom Schema" icon="code">
    Define and validate your data with custom schemas. Ensure data integrity and
    structure for each form submission.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Error Tracking" icon="bug">
    Monitor and manage errors in real-time. Quickly identify and resolve issues
    to maintain smooth form operations.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Dashboard" icon="chart-line">
    Visualize and analyze your form data with intuitive charts and graphs. Gain
    insights to optimize your lead generation.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Webhook Routing" icon="webhook">
    Route form submissions to external services seamlessly. Integrate with your
    existing tools and automate workflows.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Form Generation" icon="wand-magic-sparkles">
    Generate beautiful, responsive forms with Shadcn/ui components. Create
    professional-looking forms with minimal effort.
  </Accordion>
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## Getting Started

To get started with Router.so, you can explore the following options:

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  <Card title="Using Endpoints" icon="code" href="/forms/endpoints/">
    Follow our quickstart guide to set up Router.so quickly
  </Card>

  <Card title="API Documentation" icon="book" href="/api-reference/introduction/">
    Learn how to use Router.so's API to create leads
  </Card>

  <Card title="Self-hosting" icon="server" href="/open-source/self-hosting/">
    Discover how to self-host Router.so for complete control and customization
  </Card>
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