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Headless WordPress Integration with Atlas

Headless WordPress Integration with Atlas

Integrate Atlas seamlessly with WordPress to manage content via APIs, enabling flexible, scalable solutions for websites, mobile apps, and other digital platforms using modern frameworks like Next.js.

Custom Content Models

Custom Content Models

Our developers create tailored content models with Atlas Content Modeler, ensuring your WordPress backend supports diverse content types across multiple channels effortlessly.

SEO-Optimized Content Architecture

SEO-Optimized Content Architecture

Utilize Atlas’s capabilities to build SEO-friendly content structures, preserving WordPress URLs and optimizing performance to boost search engine rankings and organic traffic.

Hiring Developers Process

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  1. We’ll schedule a call and understand your requirements and devs you need to hire.

  2. First candidates

  3. Get selected candidates who have been thoroughly evaluated in just a few days.

  4. Select

  5. Get a list of devs who match the best. You select the developers you like.

  6. Interview

  7. We contact selected devs in 48 hours. You interview & choose the best one.

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Case Studies We Delivered
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Transforming Motion Analysis with Cutting-Edge AI-Powered iOS Technology

Transforming Motion Analysis with Cutting-Edge AI-Powered iOS Technology

An advanced platform leveraging AI-driven motion analysis to enhance performance, improve safety, and provide actionable insights across healthcare, sports, and fitness industries.

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Secure Communication Platform

Secure Communication Platform

This project was an exciting opportunity to develop Custom Messenger, a secure communication platform focused on privacy and efficiency. Smooth communication and seamless collaboration with the client made the development process highly productive and enjoyable.

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Developing was an exciting challenge, focused on creating a secure and efficient blockchain-based trading platform. Collaboration with the client was seamless, ensuring a smooth and productive development process.

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Insights for Designers and Innovators

Insights for Designers and Innovators

Creating this blog was a rewarding journey, combining creativity and functionality. Seamless collaboration with the client ensured a user-friendly and inspiring platform.

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Innovative Health & Fitness App

Innovative Health & Fitness App

This project was an inspiring journey for us, marked by smooth communication and seamless collaboration with the client. The development process was both efficient and rewarding.

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Advanced Analytics Platform

Advanced Analytics Platform

This project was an exciting challenge for us, with smooth and effective communication throughout. Collaborating with the client was seamless, making the development process both productive and enjoyable.

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AI-Based App for Seamless Video and Lecture Transcriptions

AI-Based App for Seamless Video and Lecture Transcriptions

We’re very happy with Cleveroad. They seem to work in the way that we do, and we have a close collaboration with them. Every day we talk to the developers and outline what needs to be done.

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Strapi

68886 stars
8724 forks
970 issues

Strapi is the leading open-source headless CMS. It's 100% Javascript, fully customizable, support TypeScript and developer-first. It saves API development time through a beautiful admin panel anyone can use.

API Driven Open Source Self Hosted +9

Ghost

50059 stars
10675 forks
51 issues

A fiercely independent platform for professional publishers. Headless Node.js REST API for developers, beautiful Ember.js admin client for editors. Used by Apple, NASA, Sky News, OpenAI & many more.

API Driven Open Source Self Hosted +4

Payload

36650 stars
2733 forks
381 issues

Payload is a free and open-source headless CMS aimed sharply at providing the best, developer-first experience possible to build out APIs and admin UI.

API Driven Open Source Self Hosted +3

In the rapidly evolving world of web development, Atlas Headless CMS, built by WP Engine, is redefining how businesses create and manage digital experiences. By combining the familiarity of WordPress with the flexibility of a headless architecture, Atlas delivers powerful, scalable solutions for modern websites and applications. This guide explores Atlas’s features, benefits, and use cases, highlighting why it’s a top choice for headless CMS in 2025.

What is Atlas Headless CMS?

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Dmytro Antonyuk 2025-07-29

Atlas is WP Engine’s headless WordPress platform, leveraging Node.js hosting and the Faust.js framework to deliver content via APIs. Unlike traditional WordPress, which ties content to templates, Atlas decouples the backend from the frontend, allowing developers to use modern frameworks like React or Next.js. Compared to other headless CMS platforms like Contentful or Strapi, Atlas stands out for its WordPress integration, making it ideal for teams familiar with the WordPress ecosystem.

Key Features of Atlas

Atlas combines the best of WordPress with cutting-edge headless capabilities.

WordPress Backend Integration

Content creators use the familiar WordPress dashboard to manage posts, pages, and media, ensuring ease of use for non-technical teams.

Node.js Hosting

Powered by WP Engine’s Node Engine, Atlas ensures fast, scalable frontend delivery, optimized for high-traffic projects.

Faust.js Framework

Faust.js simplifies headless WordPress development, offering tools for Next.js integration and streamlined workflows.

API-Driven Content Delivery

With REST and GraphQL APIs, Atlas delivers content to websites, mobile apps, and IoT devices seamlessly.

Content Modeling

Custom post types and fields allow flexible content structures tailored to project needs.

Security Features

Atlas reduces vulnerabilities with a decoupled architecture and WP Engine’s robust security measures.

Atlas Blueprints

Pre-built templates accelerate project setup, enabling rapid deployment for common use cases.

Benefits of Using Atlas

Atlas offers a range of advantages for modern digital projects.

Performance Optimization

By separating the frontend and backend, Atlas delivers lightning-fast page loads, enhancing user experience and SEO.

Developer Flexibility

Developers can use modern frameworks like React, Next.js, or Vue.js, building custom frontends while leveraging WordPress’s backend.

SEO Enhancements

Atlas preserves WordPress URL structures and supports structured data, boosting search engine rankings.

Scalability

With auto-scaling and auto-healing, Atlas handles growing traffic and complex integrations effortlessly.

Cost Efficiency

A unified platform reduces the need for multiple vendors, lowering development and maintenance costs.

Use Cases for Atlas

Atlas supports a variety of projects, including:

  • E-commerce platforms delivering content across web and mobile.
  • Media sites managing articles, videos, and multimedia.
  • Enterprise websites requiring scalability and integrations.
  • Mobile apps and IoT devices using API-driven content.
  • Multisite projects managing multiple frontends from one backend.

How Atlas Works

Atlas streamlines content management and delivery. Content is created in the WordPress dashboard, organized using custom post types or Atlas Content Modeler. Developers access this content via APIs, rendering it with frameworks like Next.js. Faust.js and WP Engine’s Node.js hosting simplify deployment, while Git-based workflows ensure version control.

Atlas vs. Other Headless CMS Platforms

Compared to Contentful, Atlas offers tighter WordPress integration, ideal for teams already using WordPress. Strapi provides open-source flexibility, but Atlas excels with its managed hosting and Faust.js tools. Sanity is developer-focused, yet Atlas’s Blueprints make it more accessible for rapid deployment. Atlas is best for WordPress-based teams transitioning to headless.

Getting Started with Atlas

Setting up Atlas is simple:

  1. Create a WP Engine account and enable Atlas.
  2. Use Atlas Blueprints to kickstart your project.
  3. Define content models with Atlas Content Modeler.
  4. Integrate APIs with frameworks like Next.js using Faust.js.
  5. Deploy via WP Engine’s Node.js hosting.

WP Engine provides extensive documentation, a developer community, and sandbox accounts for testing.

Atlas and SEO Performance

Atlas enhances SEO with fast APIs, preserved URL structures, and structured data support. Features like post previews and automatic optimization ensure content is crawlable, improving rankings on Google and driving organic traffic.

In 2025, Atlas is embracing AI-driven personalization and Jamstack architectures. Enhancements to Faust.js and Node.js hosting will improve performance, while integrations with serverless tools will support scalable, low-maintenance projects. Atlas is well-positioned for the growing adoption of headless WordPress.

Real-World Examples

Businesses like a global e-commerce brand have used Atlas to deliver multilingual product pages, increasing conversions by 25%. A media outlet streamlined its publishing process with Atlas, reducing content updates from hours to minutes. These cases showcase Atlas’s ability to deliver fast, scalable solutions.

Conclusion

Atlas Headless CMS combines the power of WordPress with the flexibility of a headless architecture, making it a top choice for 2025. With features like Faust.js, Node.js hosting, and SEO optimization, it empowers teams to create high-performing digital experiences. Whether you’re building an e-commerce site, media platform, or enterprise application, Atlas delivers. Explore WP Engine’s sandbox account or developer resources to start your Atlas journey today.

Atlas Overview

Atlas Key Features

FeatureValue
Self hosted
Data driven
Free
Git based
Saas
Cloud
Cloud based
Localization multilingual
Open source
Graphql
Page builder
User roles permissions
Content scheduling
Webhooks
Media library
Dark mode
Customizable api
In app marketplace
Sso enterprise

Atlas Tech Stack

Tech Stack
Backend:Headless WordPress + WPGraphQL
Database:MySQL (WordPress)
API:GraphQL, REST
Frontend Friendly:
  • Next.js
  • React
  • Astro
  • Gatsby

Atlas GitHub Statistics

Repository:https://github.com/wpengine/headless-framework
Stars:⭐ 600+
Open PRs:10+
Open Issues:30+

Atlas Use cases

  • Corporate websites
  • High-performance blogs
  • eCommerce frontends (via WooCommerce)
  • Scalable landing pages
  • Content portals

Atlas Integrations

  • WPGraphQL
  • Yoast SEO
  • Cloudflare
  • WPML
  • Netlify / Vercel

Atlas Authentication methods

  • Email & Password
  • OAuth
  • API Token
  • SSO (Enterprise)

Atlas Security features

  • Role-based access
  • SSO & MFA
  • HTTPS / WAF
  • Regular WordPress security patches

Atlas Testing tools

  • GraphQL Explorer
  • REST tools
  • Atlas preview builder

Atlas Deployment options

  • SaaS-hosted (WP Engine)
  • Vercel / Netlify via frontend
  • GitHub Actions for CI/CD

Atlas Localization

  • Enabled: True
  • Interface:
    • en
  • Content Translations: True

Atlas Analytics

  • Built-in: False
  • Integrations:
    • Google Analytics
    • Segment
    • New Relic

Atlas Versioning

  • Content: True
  • API: True

Atlas Additional Info

  • License: Commercial (WP Engine SaaS)
  • Status: active
  • Pricing: Free Plan – False, Paid From – $49/month, View Pricing
  • Content Modeling UI: Classic WordPress UI with custom post types + GraphQL schema

Atlas Tags

headless cmswordpressgraphqlsaasjamstack

Atlas CMS Development Services

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