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Hosting and Backups in Webflow

One of Webflow’s biggest advantages over other platforms is that hosting and backups are fully integrated - no need for third-party services, manual installs, or complicated control panels. Everything works behind the scenes to give you a high-performance website with peace-of-mind protection.

In this guide, we break down what you get with Webflow hosting, how backups work, and why it matters for your business.

What Is Webflow Hosting?

Unlike platforms like WordPress that require you to find and manage your own hosting provider, Webflow hosting is built-in and optimised from the start.

Webflow uses Amazon Web Services (AWS) for global infrastructure and Fastly CDN for rapid content delivery.

What’s Included:

Blazing-fast page loads
Free SSL certificate (HTTPS)
Auto-scaling to handle traffic spikes
Global CDN (Content Delivery Network)
Daily site backups
One-click publishing

There’s no setup - everything is ready as soon as you choose a Site Plan.

Key Hosting Features Explained

1. Global CDN (Content Delivery Network)

Your website is cached and delivered from servers around the world, meaning your pages load fast - no matter where your visitors are located.

2. SSL Security (HTTPS)

Every Webflow site includes a free SSL certificate. This ensures data is encrypted and builds trust with users (and search engines).

3. Auto-Scaling & High Uptime

Whether you get 10 visits or 10,000 in a day, Webflow’s hosting automatically scales to keep your site online without crashes or slowdowns.

4. Instant Publishing

With Webflow, there's no “upload” process. Hit “Publish” and your changes are live - instantly.

Site Backups: Safety Net Built In

Webflow automatically creates a backup version of your site every time you publish or make significant changes in the Designer.
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How It Works:

Snapshots are saved in the Backups panel
You can manually create a backup at any time
One-click restore lets you roll back to any previous version

This protects against mistakes, accidental deletions, or broken updates. No extra software or plugin needed.
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Can I Download My Code?

Yes - if you want to host your Webflow site elsewhere or archive your site offline, you can export the code (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and assets) with one click.

Limitations of code export:

Only works for static content (CMS features require Webflow’s servers)
Forms and dynamic features won’t work unless re-integrated elsewhere
Hosting/export is only available on paid plans

When is code export useful?

For handing files to developers
Archiving a project
Integrating static pages into another platform

No More Plugin Conflicts, FTP Headaches or Update Anxiety

Webflow’s hosting eliminates many of the common issues found in traditional setups:

Traditional Hosting Issues

With Webflow Hosting

Plugin security vulnerabilities
Secure, closed platform
Manual backups and restores
Daily backups auto-enabled
Complicated cPanel/FTP interfaces
Visual, no-code management
Need to install SSL manually
SSL auto-enabled
Speed depends on your host setup
High-speed CDN always active

Is Webflow Hosting Reliable?

Yes - Webflow consistently maintains 99.99% uptime and is trusted by major brands and global agencies. There’s no shared hosting slowdown, no versioning conflicts, and no hidden hosting fees.

If anything ever goes wrong, Webflow’s global infrastructure and backup system allow for rapid recovery.

Summary: Hosting and Backups That Just Work

With Webflow, your website is fast, secure, and backed up - without needing to lift a finger. You don’t have to worry about technical configuration or unexpected downtime.

Everything is set up to help you launch and grow with confidence.

Work With 3SIX5 Digital

We help you get the most out of Webflow’s powerful hosting platform - from site setup to custom automation and performance tuning. Plus, we’re always here for post-launch support and peace of mind.

Need help with hosting, backups or migration? Let’s chat →

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