How can I duplicate a page in Webflow when I receive a maximum number of pages error message for the template I am using?
TL;DR
- You're hitting the static page limit in your Webflow plan; upgrade your plan, convert repeated pages into CMS Collection pages, or delete unused static pages to free up space.
- For reuse of layout or design, use Symbols or components instead of creating new static pages.
You're receiving the "maximum number of pages" error in Webflow because your project has reached the limit set by the template or plan you're using, preventing you from duplicating or creating new pages.
1. Understand Page Limits in Webflow
- Free and basic templates often have lower page limits (e.g., 2 static pages).
- Webflow’s Free plan allows only 2 static pages. Premium plans offer more (e.g., 100 static pages).
- CMS and Ecommerce pages (generated dynamically from Collections) do not count toward static page limits.
2. Review Your Current Page Usage
- Open the Pages panel in the Webflow Designer.
- Count both your static pages and variant pages (e.g., password page, 404 page).
- Check if the total equals your plan limit.
3. Upgrade Your Webflow Plan
- Go to Project Settings > Hosting to see your current plan.
- Upgrade to a plan that allows more static pages:
- Basic Plan: 100 static pages
- CMS Plan: 100 static + Collection Pages
- Business Plan: Still 100 static, more CMS items
4. Use CMS Collections to Avoid Page Limits
If you're duplicating pages with similar layout/content:
- Convert repeated static pages into Collection items, using a CMS Collection for structure.
- Use Collection Pages to dynamically generate new pages using one template (no static pages added).
- This allows you to scale well beyond the page limit.
5. Delete Unnecessary Pages Temporarily
- Delete unused static pages to duplicate new ones if you cannot upgrade.
- Consider exporting content externally (e.g., Notion, Google Docs) if needed later.
6. Use Page Components Instead
If the goal is to reuse design/layout:
- Create and reuse Symbols or custom components across existing pages.
- Avoid needing entirely new static pages in some cases by breaking content into Sections within one page or tab-based layouts.
Summary
You can't duplicate the page because you've hit your plan’s static page limit. To resolve this, upgrade your Webflow plan, use CMS Collections for scalable content, or reduce the number of static pages in your project.