Jekyll Admin adds an editing interface to Jekyll without changing its static nature. It allows teams to manage content more comfortably while keeping the benefits of speed, security, and simplicity that static sites are known for. This setup is often used in headless CMS development where performance is a priority.
How we approach Jekyll Admin projects
Content structure and editorial workflows
We configure Jekyll Admin so editors can work with content safely, while developers keep full control over structure and layouts. Content models are organized for blogs, documentation, and corporate pages with a clear separation between data and presentation.
SEO optimization and CMS migration
Static output is structured for clean URLs, fast loading, and proper indexing. When moving from another CMS, content is migrated into Jekyll with minimal disruption, keeping SEO value intact and reducing maintenance overhead over time.
Jekyll Admin fits blogs, documentation portals, and corporate sites that rely on static generation and need lightweight content management. Let’s make Jekyll-based content easier to manage without adding complexity.
Jekyll Admin Overview
Jekyll Admin 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 | ❌ |
Jekyll Admin Tech Stack
| Tech Stack | |
|---|---|
| Backend: | Ruby |
| Database: | File-based (Markdown, YAML) |
| API: | None (file system driven) |
| Frontend Friendly: |
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Jekyll Admin GitHub Statistics
| Repository: | https://github.com/jekyll/jekyll-admin |
| Stars: | ⭐ 1200 |
| Open PRs: | 4 |
| Open Issues: | 40 |
Jekyll Admin Use cases
- Blogs and portfolios
- Documentation websites
- Technical writing
- Lightweight editorial workflows
- Static marketing pages
Jekyll Admin Integrations
- GitHub
- GitLab
- Bitbucket
- Netlify
- Vercel
Jekyll Admin Authentication methods
- Local admin login (dev only)
- Git-based access (externally handled)
Jekyll Admin Security features
- Basic admin password protection (development)
- Git-based audit trail
- External CI/CD authentication
Jekyll Admin Testing tools
- Local preview mode
- Markdown linting
- Git workflows
Jekyll Admin Localization
- Enabled: False
- Interface:
- Content Translations: False
Jekyll Admin Analytics
- Built-in: False
- Integrations:
- Google Analytics
- Plausible
- Matomo
Jekyll Admin Versioning
- Content: True
Jekyll Admin Additional Info
- License: MIT
- Status: active
- Pricing: Free Plan – True, Paid From – , View Pricing
- Content Modeling UI: Markdown posts, collections, data files, and config-based pages
Jekyll Admin Screenshots
Jekyll Admin Resources
Page Updated: 2025-12-19






