Has anyone implemented code to automatically redirect visitors to country-specific websites in Webflow? For example, if a person located in Denmark visits the .no site, can they be redirected to the dk site?
- Use a geolocation API (e.g., ipapi, IPinfo) in custom JavaScript code to detect the visitor's country on page load.
- Based on the detected country code, redirect users to the appropriate domain if needed, ensuring checks to avoid redirect loops and offering override options for GDPR compliance.
Yes, automatic redirection based on a visitor's country can be implemented in Webflow, but it requires custom code and possibly a third-party geolocation service. Webflow doesn’t provide native support for geo-redirects, so you’ll need to add the logic manually using JavaScript and an IP geolocation API.
1. Use a Geolocation API
- Use a third-party geolocation service such as IPinfo, ipapi, GeoJS, or ipdata to detect the visitor’s country based on their IP address.
- These services typically return a 2-letter country code (e.g., DK for Denmark, NO for Norway).
- Many offer free plans with usage limits.
2. Add Custom Code in Webflow
- Go to Page Settings in Webflow or Project Settings > Custom Code > Footer.
- Insert JavaScript that performs the following:
- Calls the geolocation API when the page loads.
- Checks the returned country code.
- If the user’s country doesn't match the current domain, redirect them to the appropriate domain.
For example, you might:
- Detect country_code = 'DK'
- If the user is on yoursite.no, redirect to yoursite.dk
Important: Always include a check to prevent redirect loops.
3. Redirect Logic Example (Conceptual)
Suppose you're using ipapi, your script might:
- Fetch the country code from the API.
- Use
window.location.hostnameto detect the current domain. - Compare and redirect accordingly using
window.location.href.
Note: Never hardcode absolute country logic unless it's predictable. Always offer a fallback (like a "Choose your region" modal) for edge cases.
4. Performance Considerations
- DNS-based solutions (like Cloudflare Workers or server-side redirection) are faster and more reliable, but not possible directly via Webflow’s hosting.
- Performing redirection on the client-side adds a slight delay, as the browser has to wait for the API response.
5. Legal & UX Considerations
- GDPR compliance: Inform users about location-based redirection and provide an option to stay on the current site.
- Allow users to override the redirect and remember their preference using cookies or localStorage.
Summary
Webflow doesn’t offer built-in geo-redirects, but you can achieve it by adding custom JavaScript that uses a third-party IP geolocation API to detect the user's country and redirect them to the appropriate domain. Always include safety checks and consider legal implications for European visitors.