description Decap CMS (Self-Hosted) Overview
Decap CMS is an open source, self-hosted headless CMS designed for developers. It utilizes a Git-based workflow, allowing content management and storage to be directly integrated with your project repository. This system provides robust version control and facilitates collaborative development through its markdown support and developer-friendly architecture. Decap CMS is ideal for projects requiring precise control over content and deployment processes, particularly those utilizing modern web development practices.
help Decap CMS (Self-Hosted) FAQ
Does Decap CMS store content in a database or in Git?
Decap CMS edits content stored in a Git repository, commonly as Markdown or front matter files, rather than using a traditional hosted database. Its interface is normally mounted at /admin and works through a configured Git backend. [Decap CMS documentation](https://decapcms.org/docs/)
Can I self-host Decap CMS on a static-site project?
Yes, it is designed for static-site workflows and can be used with generators such as Hugo, Jekyll, Gatsby, and similar tools. The open-source project is MIT licensed, but you remain responsible for authentication, Git access, hosting, and the build pipeline.
What happens when an editor publishes an entry in Decap CMS?
The editor changes a collection entry through the browser, and the configured Git workflow can commit the change or create a review request in the repository. Your normal site build and deployment process then publishes the updated content.
Is Decap CMS the same project as Netlify CMS?
Decap CMS is the renamed continuation of Netlify CMS, with the project README noting the rename in February 2023. It remains Git based and open source, so concepts such as collections, widgets, and configuration files are still central. [Project README](https://github.com/decaporg/decap-cms/blob/main/README.md)
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