Crafter CMS is a strong option when you need structured publishing, approvals, and roles, but still want the freedom to build a modern, fast website. It works well for organizations where many stakeholders touch content and quality must remain consistent.
What we design first
The content model and the journeys
Before templates, we define the content types that power the site – services, departments, locations, specialists, FAQs, and articles – and map how visitors should move between them. This keeps UX/UI clear, supports SEO intent, and reduces duplicate or outdated pages.
Performance and SEO foundations
Because Crafter can be paired with a lightweight front end, you can keep pages fast and mobile-friendly while still maintaining a controlled editing workflow. We align headings, metadata fields, and internal linking rules so search engines understand the site and users find answers quickly.
What the platform supports well
– Roles, permissions, and approval workflows – Reusable components for consistent page building – Integrations with forms, CRM, search, and analytics – Stable delivery that can stay lightweight and fast
A practical outcome
For medical and service websites, Crafter helps maintain accuracy and trust while enabling regular updates. With the right structure, content becomes easier to maintain, and the website becomes easier to grow – new pages, new services, and new campaigns without breaking consistency.
If you need a CMS that balances control and speed, we can implement Crafter CMS around your publishing workflow and growth goals.
Crafter CMS Overview
Crafter CMS Key Features
| Feature | Value |
|---|---|
| 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 | ✅ |
Crafter CMS Tech Stack
| Tech Stack | |
|---|---|
| Backend: | Java |
| Database: | MongoDB / Elasticsearch (deployment dependent) |
| API: | REST |
| Frontend Friendly: |
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Crafter CMS GitHub Statistics
| Repository: | https://github.com/craftercms |
Crafter CMS Use cases
- Enterprise websites
- Digital experience platforms
- Multi-site governance
- API-driven delivery
- Hybrid headless builds
Crafter CMS Integrations
- Elasticsearch
- Webhooks
- SSO providers
- Custom plugins
Crafter CMS Authentication methods
- Email & Password
- LDAP / Active Directory
- SSO (SAML, Okta, Azure AD)
Crafter CMS Security features
- Role-based access control
- Audit logs
- Workflow approvals
- Rate limiting
Crafter CMS Testing tools
- Preview environments
- API testing via Postman
- CI/CD pipelines
Crafter CMS Localization
- Enabled: True
- Interface:
- Content Translations: True
Crafter CMS Analytics
- Built-in: False
- Integrations:
- Google Analytics
- Matomo
- Segment
Crafter CMS Versioning
- Content: True
- API: True
Crafter CMS Additional Info
- License: GPL / Commercial options
- Status: active
- Pricing: Free Plan – True, Paid From – , View Pricing
- Content Modeling UI: Content types and page templates with Git-based repository workflows
Crafter CMS Resources
Page Updated: 2025-12-30






