What’s the difference between the legacy Editor and edit mode?

Understand how Webflow’s two content editing experiences compare.

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

• Will be deprecated by the end of 2025
• Not compatible with the Webflow AI Assistant
• Localization features aren’t supported
• No access to the Assets panel
• Comments aren’t supported
• Limited number of content editors depending on Site plan

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:

1. Go to your Workspace’s Team settings
2. Click Invite member
3. Type in the member’s email address, choose their role, and choose if they can publish
4. Click Review if your Workspace plan supports site-specific access
5. 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

• Compatible with modern Webflow features, including the Webflow AI Assistant and Localization
• Access to asset management in the Assets panel
• Ability to read, add, and resolve comments
• Unlimited content editors