Does exporting code from Webflow to a hosting provider like Hostinger include the CMS collection, or will the exported code not contain a CMS?

Webflow's code export feature does not include dynamic content from the CMS. If you're exporting a project to a hosting provider like Hostinger, CMS collections will not be included in the exported code.

1. What’s Included in the Webflow Code Export

• HTML, CSS, JS, and assets: Static content such as pages, stylesheets, scripts, and uploaded images.
• Zero CMS content: CMS Collections, CMS-driven pages, and any Collection Lists or template pages are excluded or appear as static placeholders.
• No Webflow Editor or CMS functionality: Features like content editing or dynamic content management are tied to Webflow hosting and cannot be used elsewhere.

2. Impact on CMS Pages and Collection Lists

• CMS Template pages (e.g., /blog/[slug]) are not exported.
• Collection Lists on static pages will either be missing or replaced with static content shown at the time of export (non-dynamic).
• Any dynamic binding (e.g., for text or images) linked to CMS fields will be stripped or show fallback text if used within Symbols or static pages.

3. Alternatives for Preserving CMS-Like Functionality

• Manually copy CMS data: You can export CMS Collection data as a CSV and manually recreate pages or use static site generators.
• Use Airtable or external CMS services: Integrate with external content sources via tools like Zapier or APIs if rebuilding with code.
• Stay on Webflow hosting: If you require CMS functionality like publishing new blog posts, you must continue using Webflow’s hosting.

Summary

Exporting from Webflow does not include CMS Collections or dynamic content. To retain CMS features, you must use Webflow’s hosting—or replicate CMS behavior manually or with third-party tools on your chosen hosting provider.