5 Ways To Find Owner Of Microsoft Form

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Microsoft Forms is a powerful tool for creating surveys, quizzes, and polls, but have you ever wondered who created a particular form? Whether you're trying to provide feedback, report an issue, or simply want to know who's behind a form, finding the owner can be a challenge. In this article, we'll explore five ways to find the owner of a Microsoft Form.

Understanding Microsoft Forms

Before we dive into the methods, let's quickly understand how Microsoft Forms works. Microsoft Forms is a part of the Microsoft Office 365 suite, and it allows users to create and share forms with others. Forms can be shared via a link, embedded in a website, or even sent via email. When a form is shared, the owner's identity is not always apparent, making it difficult to contact them.

Method 1: Check the Form's URL

One way to find the owner of a Microsoft Form is to check the form's URL. When you open a form, look at the URL in your browser's address bar. The URL will typically be in the format https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id={Form ID}&lang=en-US. The id parameter contains the form's ID, which can be used to find the owner.

To find the owner, follow these steps:

1. Open the form and copy the URL.
2. Go to the Microsoft Forms website ().
3. Click on the "Sign in" button and enter your Microsoft account credentials.
4. Once signed in, click on the "My forms" tab.
5. Paste the form ID from the URL into the search bar.
6. If the form is found, click on it to open the form's settings.
7. In the settings, look for the "Owner" field, which should display the owner's name and email address.

Limitations of this method

This method only works if you have a Microsoft account and the form is shared with you. If the form is not shared with you or you don't have a Microsoft account, you won't be able to access the form's settings.

Method 2: Check the Form's Header or Footer

Another way to find the owner of a Microsoft Form is to check the form's header or footer. Some forms may display the owner's name or email address in the header or footer.

To find the owner, follow these steps:

1. Open the form and look for the header or footer section.
2. Check if the owner's name or email address is displayed.
3. If the owner's information is displayed, you can contact them directly.

Limitations of this method

This method only works if the owner has chosen to display their information in the header or footer. If the owner has not displayed their information, you won't be able to find it using this method.

Method 3: Use the Microsoft Forms API

The Microsoft Forms API provides a way to programmatically access form data, including the owner's information. To use the API, you'll need to have a Microsoft account and register an application in Azure AD.

To find the owner using the API, follow these steps:

1. Register an application in Azure AD and obtain a client ID and client secret.
2. Use the client ID and client secret to authenticate with the Microsoft Forms API.
3. Use the API to retrieve the form's metadata, including the owner's information.

Limitations of this method

This method requires programming knowledge and access to the Microsoft Forms API. It's also subject to rate limits and may require additional permissions.

Method 4: Contact Microsoft Support

If you're unable to find the owner using the above methods, you can contact Microsoft Support for assistance. Microsoft Support can help you find the owner or provide additional guidance on how to contact them.

To contact Microsoft Support, follow these steps:

1. Go to the Microsoft Support website ().
2. Click on the "Contact Support" button.
3. Fill out the support request form, including the form's URL or ID.
4. Submit the request and wait for a response from Microsoft Support.

Limitations of this method

This method may take some time to get a response, and Microsoft Support may not always be able to provide the owner's information.

Method 5: Check the Form's Embedded Code

Some forms may be embedded in a website or other application, and the embedded code may contain the owner's information.

To find the owner, follow these steps:

1. Inspect the HTML code of the webpage or application where the form is embedded.
2. Look for the embedded code that loads the form.
3. Check if the owner's information is included in the embedded code.

Limitations of this method

This method requires technical knowledge and may not always work. The embedded code may not contain the owner's information, or it may be encoded or obfuscated.

We hope this article has helped you find the owner of a Microsoft Form. Remember to try different methods, and don't hesitate to contact Microsoft Support if you need further assistance. Happy form-hunting!