Downloading files from Webflow is a seamless process that allows you to easily access your website’s code, images, and other assets. Whether you’re a developer wanting to make customizations or simply want to keep a backup of your website, Webflow provides a convenient way to download your site’s resources.
Step 1: Accessing the Webflow Dashboard
To begin the process, log in to your Webflow account and navigate to the Dashboard. This is where you can manage all your websites and access their respective settings.
Step 2: Selecting the Desired Website
In the Dashboard, locate the website you want to download files from. Click on its name or thumbnail image to open its settings.
Step 3: Exporting Code
Once inside the website settings, click on the “Export Code” option located in the left-hand sidebar. This will take you to the code export page.
Exporting HTML and CSS Files
The code export page allows you to download HTML and CSS files of your website. To do this:
- Click on “Download” button: On the code export page, you’ll see a blue “Download” button. Click on it to initiate the download of a .zip file containing your site’s HTML and CSS files.
- Note: The downloaded .zip file will include separate folders for HTML pages and CSS stylesheets, making it easy for you to navigate through your site’s code.
- Extract the downloaded file: After downloading, locate the .zip file in your computer’s download folder and extract its contents to a location of your choice. You can use any file extraction utility like WinRAR or 7-Zip.
- Access the extracted files: Once extracted, you’ll find the HTML files in the “HTML” folder and CSS files in the “CSS” folder. Open these folders to access your website’s code for further modifications or review.
Exporting Images and Assets
In addition to exporting HTML and CSS, Webflow allows you to download images and other assets used on your website. Here’s how:
- Click on “Download All Assets” button: On the code export page, below the “Download” button, you’ll see another button labeled “Download All Assets.” Click on it to start downloading a .zip file containing all the images and assets used in your website.zip file will include separate folders for images, fonts, and other asset types, making it convenient for you to locate specific resources.
- Extract the downloaded file: After downloading, find the .zip file in your computer’s download folder and extract its contents to a desired location using a file extraction utility.
- Browse through extracted assets: Once extracted, you’ll find different folders for images, fonts, and other asset types. Open these folders to access individual resources used in your website.
Congratulations! You’ve successfully downloaded your website’s code as well as its associated images and assets from Webflow. Now you can make customizations or keep backups of your precious work with ease.
Remember to repeat these steps whenever you need to download updated versions of your website or if you want to create a local backup.