Can Webflow be used to create blogs as a part of a website? If so, what is the process for building a blog into a Webflow site?
TL;DR
- Create a CMS Collection with fields like title, image, content, and publish date.
- Design the auto-generated blog post template by binding elements to CMS fields.
- Add a blog listing page using a Collection List linked to blog posts.
- Optionally enable pagination or filters for categories/authors.
- Manage and update blog content via the CMS Editor without altering site design.
Yes, Webflow supports blogs through its CMS (Content Management System), enabling you to create dynamic blog posts with custom designs. Here’s how to build a blog into your Webflow site.
1. Create a CMS Collection for Blog Posts
- Go to the CMS panel in the Webflow Designer (click the database icon in the left sidebar).
- Click “+ New Collection” and name it something like “Blog Posts.”
- Add relevant fields, such as:
- Name (title of the blog post)
- Slug (will auto-generate from the title)
- Main Image
- Rich Text (for the blog content)
- Author (optional — can be a Reference field)
- Publish Date
- Category or tags (optional, for filtering)
2. Design the Blog Post Template Page
- Once the CMS Collection is created, Webflow automatically generates a template page (found under Pages > CMS Collection Pages).
- On this template page, drag CMS elements onto the canvas and connect them to their corresponding fields:
- Use a Heading element for the title.
- Use a Rich Text element for post content.
- Add an Image element for the featured image.
- Style these elements just like any static page.
3. Add a Blog Index or Listing Page
- Choose or create a static page (like
/blog) to act as your blog homepage. - Drag a Collection List onto the page and bind it to the “Blog Posts” Collection.
- Add child elements inside the list (image, title link, summary, etc.).
- Link titles or Read More buttons to the Current Blog Post.
4. Enable Pagination or Filters (Optional)
- To display a limited number of posts per page, enable pagination in the Collection List settings.
- Use filters to show only posts from a certain category or author, if using those fields.
5. Publish and Manage Content
- In the Editor or Designer, click on the CMS panel and add blog entries manually.
- Or invite content editors through your Webflow Editor access.
- Content updates don't require Designer access or breaking the site design.
Summary
Webflow allows you to build fully functional blogs using its CMS Collections, Template Pages, and Editor. Set up a blog posts collection, design the template, and list posts dynamically—you can then manage blog content easily without needing external tools.