The New Webflow Plan Updates and What They Mean for Your Workflow

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Webflow has become synonymous with empowering designers and developers to build powerful websites without writing a single line of code (well, mostly!). But as Webflow itself has grown, so have the needs of its users. The latest plan updates reflect this evolution, introducing a blend of new features, adjusted limits, and a glimpse into Webflow's future roadmap.

This isn't just about tweaking numbers; it's about giving you – the freelancer, the agency owner, the growing business – the tools to build bigger, better, and more efficiently. So let's dive into the changes and see how they impact your workflow, especially if you leverage tools like Wized, Finsweet, Memberstack, or Xano.

Unlocking New Possibilities: Feature Spotlight

Knowledge is Power: The New Usage Dashboard

Say goodbye to bandwidth anxiety! The new usage dashboard gives you a crystal-clear view of your site's resource consumption. This is crucial for anyone on a tight plan or with fluctuating traffic. Now you can:

  • Track Bandwidth in Real-Time: No more surprises on your invoice.
  • Anticipate Potential Overage: Gives you time to adjust or upgrade before incurring extra costs.
  • Optimize for Efficiency: Identify bandwidth hogs and streamline your site for better performance.

Code with Freedom: Increased Custom Code Limits

For those who like to push boundaries, the custom code limit has been bumped up to a generous 50,000 characters across all paid plans. This unlocks a whole new level of customization, particularly if you integrate with external tools:

  • Wized Power-Up: Seamlessly connect your Webflow sites to powerful databases and APIs with Wized, building complex interactions and dynamic content.
  • Finsweet Finesse: Take advantage of Finsweet's advanced animations and interactions, injecting even more personality into your Webflow projects without hitting code limits.

Security & Performance: HSTS and WebP Conversion

Webflow is serious about security, and now all sites benefit from the added protection of HSTS, ensuring secure connections and preventing certain types of attacks. On the performance front, automatic WebP image conversion means:

  • Faster Loading Times: Smaller image sizes without compromising quality, improving user experience.
  • Reduced Bandwidth Consumption: Especially beneficial for image-heavy sites, keeping you well within your plan's limits.

Collaboration Made Easy: Shareable Libraries (Coming Soon)

Get ready to streamline your workflow with shareable libraries, rolling out soon to Growth and Agency plans. This feature is a game-changer for teams:

  • Maintain Brand Consistency: Easily reuse design elements, components, and even variables across multiple client projects.
  • Boost Efficiency: No more recreating the wheel! Build once, deploy everywhere.

Navigating the New Plan Limits: What You Need to Know

Webflow hasn't just added features; they've also adjusted some plan limits, particularly around bandwidth and CMS items. Here's a breakdown:

Starter & CMS Plans Get a Boost

Enjoy more fields and references per collection, giving you greater flexibility for content-rich sites. Specifically, Starter and CMS plans now support up to 60 fields per collection and 10 references per collection, up from 30 and 5 respectively.

Basic & Business Plans See Adjustments

Bandwidth limits have been refined to better align with market standards. The Basic plan’s bandwidth limit has been reduced from 50GB to 10GB, and the Business plan now has a limit of 100GB (down from 400GB). However, fear not! New add-on options provide the flexibility to scale as you grow. These add-ons range from 50GB to 400GB, offering tailored solutions for your bandwidth needs.

Agencies and Freelancers, Breathe Easy

Webflow is working on functionality to pass overage costs directly to clients, making billing a breeze. This means that agencies and freelancers won’t have to worry about unexpected charges affecting their bottom line. Additionally, Webflow will provide surge protection, shielding users from additional costs during temporary traffic spikes.

Important Note: These limits primarily affect new sites or plan changes made after July 15, 2024. Existing projects on unchanged plans remain unaffected for now.

Webflow's Vision: Building for the Future

These updates hint at Webflow's commitment to becoming a truly collaborative platform for teams of all sizes. With simplified user roles and permissions on the horizon, managing your workflow will become even more seamless.

Simplifying Team Collaboration

Webflow is committed to making it easier for entire teams to collaborate on the platform. Upcoming changes will simplify seat and role management, making it more straightforward to onboard team members and manage their permissions. These enhancements will foster a more collaborative environment, enabling teams to work more efficiently on shared projects.

Continuous Improvement

Webflow's ongoing mission is to refine its pricing and packaging to support long-term scalability for users. By continually evaluating and adjusting its offerings, Webflow aims to provide solutions that grow with businesses, ensuring sustained value and support for its diverse user base.

Ready to Level Up Your Webflow Game?

These updates might require a slight adjustment, but ultimately, they empower you to build more powerful, efficient, and secure websites on Webflow. And with tools like Wized, Finsweet, Memberstack, and Xano by your side, the possibilities are limitless.

Stay tuned for more deep dives into specific features and how you can maximize your Webflow potential!

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