Framer CMS Deep Dive, How It Works and When to Use It

Framer’s built-in CMS makes it possible to manage content directly inside your design tool—no plugins, no code, no external services. It’s perfect for creators who want full control of content and layout, in one place.

What is Framer CMS?

Framer CMS is a native content management system built into Framer. It allows you to define collections (like blog posts, products, testimonials) and then dynamically pull that content into your design.

Key Features of Framer CMS

• Dynamic Content Injection: Create repeatable layouts that auto-fill from CMS fields.

• Custom Collections: Define fields like title, image, author, tags, date, and more.

• Real-Time Preview: Instantly see your content in design context.

• No Hosting Setup: Works natively with Framer’s deployment engine.

Use Cases for Framer CMS

• Blogs and News Sites

• Portfolios and Case Studies

• Testimonials and Reviews

• Product Pages and Listings

How to Set Up CMS in Framer

1. Create a Collection (e.g. Blog Posts)

2. Add Fields (title, body, image, slug, etc.)

3. Bind Components to CMS fields

4. Create a Dynamic Page from the collection

5. Publish Your site auto generates individual pages for each entry

Limitations to Consider

• Not built for large-scale enterprise CMS use (e.g., multi-language or role-based content control)

• No built-in versioning or approval workflow