Is it possible to create a comment area in a blog post in Webflow CMS where readers can leave comments about the post?
TL;DR
- Use a third-party commenting platform like Disqus or Hyvor Talk to add comment functionality.
- Embed their code into your Webflow CMS Blog Post Template using the Embed element, customizing it with dynamic fields like post slug.
- Publish your site and verify that comments display correctly on live posts; all comment management happens through the external service.
You cannot natively create a comment section in Webflow CMS, but it is possible by integrating third-party commenting systems.
1. Use a Third-Party Commenting Platform
To add comments to a blog post, you’ll need to use services like:
- Disqus
- Hyvor Talk
- Commento
- Cusdis
These platforms allow you to embed a comment widget into your CMS template page.
2. Embed the Code in Your CMS Template
- Go to your Webflow Designer.
- Open the CMS Template Page for your blog posts (e.g., Blog Post Template).
- Drag in an Embed element where you want the comments to appear.
- Paste the embed code from your chosen commenting provider.
- Customize the embed code (e.g., Disqus requires a unique identifier like the post slug).
Example using Disqus:
- Add the Disqus shortname.
- Set the identifier and URL dynamically using fields like the CMS post slug or full URL.
3. Publish and Test
- Publish your site.
- Navigate to a live blog post page.
- Ensure the comment widget loads properly and corresponds to the correct blog post.
4. Considerations
- Comments won’t appear in the Webflow CMS or Designer—they are managed entirely by the external platform.
- You may need to create an account and configure settings on the third-party site (e.g., moderation, spam control).
- Some services require a paid plan for branding removal or analytics.
Summary
Webflow does not support native comments within CMS items, but you can achieve this functionality by embedding third-party comment systems like Disqus or Hyvor Talk into your blog post template.
