Understand how Webflow’s two content editing experiences compare.
Good to know
The legacy Editor will be deprecated (exact date TBD). When the time comes, existing legacy Editor users will be presented with transition options to move over to the new experience. As part of the deprecation, whitelabeling will no longer be available. You can review our FAQ to learn more.
Currently, content editors can access your site(s) in one of two ways — via the legacy Editor or edit mode. There are key differences between each option.
Legacy Editor
The legacy Editor is a simplified interface that lets content editors update and add content to a site. Legacy Editor users can be added to sites with CMS, Business, and Enterprise Site plans, irrespective of Workspace plan. Each plan allows a different number of legacy Editors to be added for no additional cost. Learn how to invite teammates to work in the legacy Editor.
Legacy Editor limitations
Edit mode
Edit mode gives content editors the power to edit site content and manage assets within Webflow’s core platform. Edit mode ensures that site designs stay untouched while one or more team members edit static and dynamic content simultaneously. A limited Workspace seat is required to access edit mode, irrespective of Workspace or Site plan. There is an additional cost for each seat you add. Learn how to add seats to your Workspace.
Add a content editor to your site
To add a content editor to your site and give them access to edit mode:
- Go to your Workspace’s Team settings
- Click Invite member
- Type in the member’s email address, choose their role, and choose if they can publish
- Click Review if your Workspace plan supports site-specific access
- Click Invite if you have an open seat or Pay & invite if you’re purchasing a new seat
Learn more about managing seats and members in your Workspace.
Edit mode benefits