A Webflow to Next.js migration takes your site off Webflow's visual no-code platform and rebuilds it as a React-based Next.js application backed by a headless CMS like Sanity. Your team gets full control over rendering strategies (SSR, ISR, static), custom integrations, and performance tuning—without hitting Webflow's CMS export limits or scaling walls. You end up with a faster, more flexible site on Vercel and no vendor lock-in.
FAQ
Will I lose my Google rankings when migrating from Webflow to Next.js?
No. We build a full 301 redirect map covering every URL on your Webflow site and carry over all meta titles, descriptions, Open Graph data, and structured markup. We submit the new sitemap to Google Search Console and monitor indexing for 30 days post-launch. Most clients see ranking improvements within 4–6 weeks once better Core Web Vitals scores kick in.
How do you export content from Webflow CMS?
We use Webflow's CMS API and CSV exports to pull all collection items, then run automated scripts to grab associated media assets. Rich text fields, reference relationships, and multi-image galleries all map to typed Sanity schemas. Nothing gets lost—and honestly, your editors usually end up with a better content management experience than they had in Webflow.
Can my marketing team still edit content without developers?
Yes. We set up Sanity Studio with a visual editing interface where your team can create, preview, and publish content directly. Changes appear on the live site within seconds via Incremental Static Regeneration. We include a hands-on training session and documentation so your team can operate independently from day one.
How long does a Webflow to Next.js migration take?
A typical marketing site with 20–50 pages and a few CMS collections takes 4–6 weeks. Larger sites with complex interactions, e-commerce, or custom integrations can run 8–10 weeks. We give you an exact timeline in the migration assessment once we've reviewed your site's architecture and content model.
What happens to my Webflow animations and interactions?
We rebuild them in React using Framer Motion, which gives tighter control over timing, easing, and scroll-triggered behavior. The rebuilt animations often perform better because we can optimize for GPU acceleration and cut down on layout shifts. Complex Lottie animations get ported directly.
Is Next.js more expensive to host than Webflow?
For most sites, the total cost works out comparable or lower. Vercel's Pro plan is $20/month and handles serious traffic with edge caching. Sanity's free tier covers most content needs, and the Growth tier is $99/month for larger teams. You cut Webflow's per-seat editor costs and CMS item limits, which usually makes the switch cost-neutral.
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