Can Webflow export Blog and CMS content along with the rest of the code when uploading through FTP?
TL;DR
- Export static HTML, CSS, and JS files via FTP from Webflow, excluding CMS content.
- Export CMS items by downloading a CSV file separately and manually integrate it on another platform.
Exporting CMS content and Blog posts from Webflow doesn't work the same way as exporting static site code. Here's how it works:
1. Code Export
- Static Site Code: You can export HTML, CSS, and JS files, but this export does not include CMS content.
- Limitations: Since CMS content is dynamic and database-driven, it can't be included in an FTP export in the same way as static files.
2. CMS Content Handling
- Export Options: You can export CMS items by going to your CMS collection and clicking the Export button to download a CSV file.
- Manual Integration: If you need CMS data on another platform, you'll have to manually integrate the CSV content after exporting it.
3. FTP Upload Process
- Static Files Only: Once exported, you can upload static site files via FTP, but you'll need an external solution, like a headless CMS, to manage dynamic content if not using Webflow's own hosting.
4. Considerations for CMS Data
- Separate Handling: Always handle CMS and static files separately when moving content from Webflow.
Summary
Webflow allows you to export static HTML, CSS, and JS files via FTP, but CMS content like Blogs is not included. To include CMS content, you must export it separately as a CSV file and integrate it manually on the desired platform.