Why does Webflow publish two instances of the same article despite there being only one in the website code?

If Webflow is publishing two instances of the same article despite only one existing in the site’s code, the issue is likely related to collection list settings, pagination, or duplicate bindings. Below are possible reasons and solutions.

1. Check for Duplicate Collection Lists

• Go to the affected page in the Webflow Designer.
• Look for multiple Collection Lists referencing the same CMS collection.
• If two lists pull the same content (with no filtering applied), entries may appear twice. Delete or adjust filters to prevent duplication.

2. Inspect Collection Item Binding

• Select a collection list item in the Navigator and check its bindings.
• Ensure that dynamic elements (title, content, etc.) are linked correctly and not duplicated inside one collection item.
• If a nested collection is present, check that it is pulling unique relationships instead of duplicating the parent collection.

3. Check for Pagination Issues

• If the page uses pagination, ensure it is configured correctly in the Collection List settings.
• Having manual pagination components outside Webflow’s system can sometimes cause duplicate articles to appear.

4. Verify Published Versions

• Open Webflow’s CMS and verify that only one instance of the article exists.
• Preview the site in Webflow before publishing to see if the issue persists.

5. Investigate Custom Code or Scripts

• If the site includes custom JavaScript, check whether it is duplicating elements dynamically.
• Scripts targeting collection items might inadvertently clone elements.

Summary

This issue is often caused by duplicate collection lists, incorrect filtering, or unintended binding inside collection items. Checking Webflow CMS settings, pagination, and custom scripts should help pinpoint and resolve the duplication.