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Wix is one of the best-known Content Management Systems in the world. Today, nearly 4% of all websites use Wix. This tool, which used to be used to create simple showcase sites, has been enhanced in recent years with new e-commerce functionalities.
Webflow is a no-code CMS, i.e. a software package for creating and managing your website, without coding. While the concept of a CMS is to limit the amount of code, with Webflow there's none at all. In fact, the tool works by drag-and-drop.
Squarespace is a website hosting, creation and management software. Like Shopify, it's a proprietary solution. In other words, the sites are hosted by Squarespace. Unlike open-source solutions like WordPress, where you have to hire a web host.
BigCommerce is a platform for hosting and creating your e-commerce site from A to Z. It's a complete tool for developing your online store and managing it on a day-to-day basis. Although less well-known than Shopify or PrestaShop, BigCommerce remains a very interesting CMS.
Since 2001, Drupal has been one of the Top 10 most widely used CMS. Admittedly, its market share is tiny compared with WordPress (over 60% for WordPress and less than 2% for Drupal). But the tool has remained a must-have for many companies.
Odoo is both a CMS (website creation and management software). But it's also an ERP and a CRM. In short, it's an all-in-one tool for managing your business, website, online orders and accounting all in one place.
Google Sites is a drag-and-drop program for creating websites quickly and easily. Although very limited in scope, and primarily designed to create a small showcase site, Google Sites has the advantage of being a free CMS, and hosted directly by Google.
WordPress is the most widely used CMS in the world. This open-source software is also one of the most comprehensive, with a very active community. Thanks to WordPress, its themes and plugins, you can create any type of website (blog, showcase, e-commerce, marketplace or other).
PrestaShop is an open-source CMS solution dedicated to e-commerce, offering powerful tools for creating and managing online stores. On BeFreelancr, discover how PrestaShop can transform your online store with its extensible functionality and flexibility.
In just a few years, Shopify has become one of the world's leading CMS. And probably the most popular for creating and managing single- or multi-product online stores. Unlike WordPress or Prestashop, Shopify is not an open-source CMS.
Joomla! is a CMS (Content Management System) created in 2005, the same decade as its main competitors such as WordPress, Shopify and Wix. Although declining in market share, Joomla! still accounts for 2.50% of websites worldwide.
A CMS (Content Management System) is software that allows you to create, manage, and update a website without needing advanced programming skills. It simplifies the management of content such as text, images, videos, or products in an online store.
Among the well-known CMS platforms (we’ll look at them later), we can list WordPress, Shopify, and PrestaShop. But there are plenty more!
Using a CMS saves you time and offers flexibility. You can easily manage your site, add content at any time, and customize the design without needing a developer for every change. It’s a practical and cost-effective solution.
So yes, CMSs aren’t for every website. Sometimes a site needs to be coded from scratch. But in most cases, you can create a site with a CMS faster and more affordably.
A website created with a CMS is built on a pre-existing framework that is customized, which reduces costs and development time. A custom-built website, on the other hand, is entirely coded to meet your specific needs, but it requires a larger budget and more time to complete.
Among the most popular CMS platforms are:
Each has its own advantages depending on the type of project: WordPress for its flexibility, Shopify for e-commerce, Wix for its simplicity, etc.
Some CMS platforms are open-source. Others are proprietary, meaning you cannot modify the code, and the site is hosted by the company itself. WordPress is open-source, and Shopify is a proprietary CMS.
Yes, a CMS is perfectly suited for these types of sites. You can easily create a portfolio site to showcase your services, a blog to share your articles, or an online store with integrated product management and payment processing.
With a CMS, you can create various types of websites: blogs, showcase sites, online stores, e-learning platforms, portfolios, forums, and even certain community sites.
A CMS sometimes reaches its limits for very complex projects, such as custom web applications or platforms requiring entirely specific features. In such cases, custom development would be more suitable.
A CMS is generally scalable thanks to available extensions and updates. If your business grows, you can add new features, optimize performance, and update the design without having to rebuild everything from scratch.
Most CMSs are designed to be accessible even without technical skills. You can create pages, add content, or modify your site’s appearance using simple, intuitive interfaces. Some tools even offer drag-and-drop editors.
But to say that a CMS is “easy” to use would be a bit of an exaggeration. Sure, using a CMS is simpler than coding everything from scratch. But creating or improving a site with this type of software is a profession in itself. Some developers specialize in WordPress or Shopify, for example.
And I recommend hiring a developer or web designer to create or redesign your website, regardless of which CMS you use.
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No, you don’t need to know how to code to manage a website using a CMS. Most common tasks are performed through a simple interface. However, some coding knowledge can be helpful for advanced customizations.
Most of our CMS experts are developers and can code features in addition to setting up the site using the CMS.
Yes, most CMS platforms include features or extensions to improve organic search engine optimization. You can optimize your titles, tags, images, and website speed to improve your visibility on Google.
A CMS is secure provided it is properly maintained: regular updates, use of reliable plugins, and good security practices. Vulnerabilities often arise when a site is not maintained.
A CMS has the advantage of being secure. But the downside is that many sites run on CMS platforms. So hackers have an advantage when it comes to finding vulnerabilities in a CMS.
I therefore recommend that you conduct regular security audits.
A CMS offers a high degree of customization thanks to themes, extensions, and development options. This allows you to create a site that perfectly matches your brand image and needs, while retaining the flexibility to add new features over time.
With a CMS, you can customize both the design and usability of your site. Most offer ready-to-use themes that you can adapt, as well as advanced options to modify the layout, colors, fonts, and user experience.
An open-source CMS is free and its code is accessible, allowing you to modify it freely (such as WordPress, Joomla, or Drupal). A proprietary CMS is owned by a company; you pay a license fee to use it, and customization options are often more limited.
Some CMSs are entirely free (open source), but require you to purchase hosting and sometimes paid plugins. This is the case with WordPress or PrestaShop, for example.
Proprietary CMSs, on the other hand, typically operate on a monthly or annual subscription basis that includes hosting and technical support. Examples include Shopify, Wix, or Squarespace.
Yes, most CMS platforms have libraries of extensions or plugins that you can install with just a few clicks to add new features: contact forms, SEO optimization, e-commerce management, security, and more.
A website builder is often easier to use but less flexible. It operates on a drag-and-drop system and offers limited customization options. A CMS, on the other hand, provides much more freedom and scalability, but requires a bit more learning.
Yes, many CMS platforms allow you to manage a multilingual site using plugins or built-in features. This enables you to offer your content in different languages and reach an international audience.