Can You Export Code From Webflow?

If you’ve ever used Webflow to design and build websites, you might wonder if you can export the code and use it outside of the Webflow platform. The short answer is yes, you can export your code from Webflow and use it on other hosting platforms or in your own development environment.

Why would you want to export code from Webflow?

There are several reasons why you might want to export your code from Webflow:

You may want to host your website on a different hosting provider that is not supported by Webflow.
You may want to make custom modifications to the generated code that are not possible within the Webflow interface.
You may want to collaborate with other developers who prefer working with raw HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files.

How do you export code from Webflow?

To export your code from Webflow, follow these steps:

Login to your Webflow account and open the project you want to export.
In the top-right corner of the designer interface, click on the Export button. This will open a modal window with export options.
Select the type of export you need:

Export all pages: This option will generate a ZIP file containing all the HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and asset files for each page in your project. This is useful if you want to host your website on a different platform or make extensive customizations.
Export selected pages: This option allows you to choose specific pages to export. This is useful if you only need to export a subset of your project.
Embed code: This option generates the code needed to embed your Webflow project into an existing website or CMS platform.

After selecting the desired export option, click on the Export button. Webflow will then generate the necessary files and provide you with a download link.

What do you get in the exported code?

The exported code from Webflow includes all the HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and asset files necessary to recreate your website. The HTML structure is clean and semantic, making it easy for search engines to crawl and index your site’s content.

What should you consider when exporting code from Webflow?

While exporting code from Webflow gives you flexibility and control over your website’s codebase, there are a few things you should consider:

No automatic updates: Once you export your code, any changes made in Webflow will not automatically reflect in your exported files. You’ll need to manually update and sync them if needed.
Limited CMS functionality: If your site uses Webflow’s CMS features, some functionality may not work properly when exported.
Make sure to test all dynamic content and interactions after exporting.
Clean up unused styles: Webflow generates CSS styles for all elements in your project, even if they are not used on any page. It’s a good practice to remove unused styles from the exported CSS file for better performance.

In conclusion,

If you’re looking for the flexibility to host your website on a different platform, make custom modifications, or collaborate with other developers, exporting code from Webflow is a great option. With the ability to export all pages or selected pages, as well as the embed code option, you have the freedom to use your Webflow designs outside of the platform.

Just remember to consider the limitations and best practices when working with exported code. Happy exporting!