Migrate from Webflow to Next.js

Move from Webflow to Next.js for more control, better performance, and no monthly fees.

15-30 minutes

Medium

100% Free

TL;DR

You can migrate from Webflow to Next.js for free using LeaveWP. Enter your site URL, choose Next.js as the destination, and download your content — posts, pages, and media — in minutes. No API keys, passwords, or CLI tools required. Difficulty: Medium. Estimated time: 15-30 minutes.

Official docs: Webflow Developer Docs · Next.js Documentation

Not sure yet? Read our Webflow vs Next.js comparison first.

Why Teams Leave Webflow

Visual web development platform with clean code output. Designers who want pixel-perfect control without writing code, but these limitations push teams toward modern alternatives.

Steep learning curve for non-designers (CSS concepts required)

This is the most common reason teams migrate away from Webflow. Next.js eliminates this issue entirely.

CMS is limited to 10,000 items on the highest plan

With Next.js, hybrid rendering — ssg, ssr, isr, and client-side in one app.

No server-side logic — relies on third-party integrations

Modern architectures like Next.js are designed to avoid this from the ground up.

Per-site pricing adds up for agencies managing multiple clients

After migrating, you'll no longer need to worry about this — Next.js takes a fundamentally different approach.

What Next.js Brings to the Table

React framework for production with SSR, SSG, and API routes. Built with JavaScript/TypeScript (React), it's production web apps and content sites needing flexible rendering strategies.

Hybrid rendering — SSG, SSR, ISR, and client-side in one app

Most popular React framework with massive community

Built-in image optimization, API routes, and middleware

Optimized for Vercel but deploys anywhere (Node.js, Docker)

Next.js is open-source and free to use. You own your code and data with no vendor lock-in. Deploy to any host that supports JavaScript/TypeScript, or use managed platforms like Vercel and Netlify for zero-config deployments.

Webflow vs Next.js at a Glance

Side-by-side comparison based on real platform characteristics

Metric	Webflow	Next.js
Ease of Use	⭐⭐⭐ 3/5	⭐⭐⭐ 3/5
Performance	⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4/5	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5
Flexibility	⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4/5	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5
Cost	⭐⭐ 2/5	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5
Scalability	⭐⭐⭐ 3/5	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5
Ecosystem	⭐⭐⭐ 3/5	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5
Language	Visual (generates HTML/CSS/JS)	JavaScript/TypeScript (React)
Pricing	Free / $14-39/month	Free (open-source)
Open Source	No	Yes

Ratings are based on publicly available data, documentation, and community consensus as of 2026. Individual experience may vary.

What Gets Migrated

A detailed breakdown of how your Webflow content maps to Next.js

Content Types from Webflow

CMS collections
pages
blog posts
e-commerce products

Technical Details

Export Method: CMS API or HTML export (static code)
Source Language: Visual (generates HTML/CSS/JS)
Destination Format: Markdown/MDX files with frontmatter, organized by content type
URL Handling: 301 redirect map generated automatically to preserve SEO equity

What may need manual attention

Visual layouts and custom animations built in Webflow's editor will need to be recreated in Next.js. The content and text transfers, but the visual design is platform-specific.

How It Works

Migrate your content in three simple steps

Connect

Enter your Webflow site URL — LeaveWP connects automatically.

Configure

Select Next.js as destination and choose content options.

Export

Download your migrated content or preview it in your browser.

Is Webflow to Next.js the Right Move for You?

Migrating from Webflow to Next.js makes the most sense if you're experiencing steep learning curve for non-designers (css concepts required) or outgrowing Webflow's architecture. Next.js is best for production web apps and content sites needing flexible rendering strategies.

You should migrate if: your Webflow site is slow, your hosting costs are climbing, you need more control over your code, or you want to adopt a modern JAMstack architecture.

You might want to stay if: your Webflow site benefits from generates clean, semantic html/css — no code bloat and you don't have JavaScript/TypeScript developers on your team.

The migration itself is straightforward with LeaveWP — enter your Webflow URL, select Next.js, and download your content. The more important question is whether Next.js's architecture fits your team's skills and your project's long-term needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I keep my Webflow design?

Yes — LeaveWP exports your content and structure so you can recreate your design in Next.js. Most teams use Tailwind CSS to quickly rebuild their Webflow layouts with pixel-perfect accuracy. You can also use a Webflow-to-HTML export and convert the generated CSS into reusable React components. The end result is often cleaner code, faster load times, and full ownership of your design system.

What about Webflow interactions?

Complex Webflow interactions and animations need to be rebuilt using libraries like Framer Motion, GSAP, or native CSS animations. The good news is that these tools offer far more control and performance than Webflow's interaction designer. Many developers report that rebuilding animations in code produces smoother results with smaller bundle sizes. Simple hover effects and scroll-triggered animations are straightforward to replicate with Tailwind CSS utilities.