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Contentful

API-first content platform for digital experiences

Fully Managed BaaSFree Tier AvailableEnterprise scale
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Overview

Contentful is an enterprise-grade headless CMS and content platform that powers digital experiences for global brands. It provides a sophisticated content modeling system where you define custom content types, relationships, and validation rules through an intuitive interface. What makes Contentful powerful is its API-first architecture - content is delivered via CDN-backed REST and GraphQL APIs with sub-50ms response times globally. The platform includes a web-based editor for content teams, with features like content scheduling, workflows, localization for 70+ languages, and roles/permissions. Contentful's Content Delivery Network spans 200+ locations worldwide, ensuring fast content delivery everywhere. The platform supports content previews, A/B testing integration, and webhooks for triggering external workflows. With enterprise features like SSO, audit logs, and dedicated support, it's built for organizations managing content at scale across multiple brands, regions, and channels. Popular among large enterprises, media companies, and global e-commerce brands. Integrates with virtually every modern framework and platform.

Features

Database: NoSQL
Authentication
File Storage
Cloud Functions
Realtime
GraphQL
REST API
Self-Hosted

Tech Stack

JavaScriptGraphQL

Best For

EnterpriseMulti-channel contentGlobal brandsMarketing sites

Pricing

Free Tier:Yes
Starting Price:$0
Model:Free tier + subscription

Details

Deployment:Managed
Founded:2013
Backed By:Venture-backed

Compliance

SOC 2ISO 27001GDPR

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Frequently Asked Questions about Contentful

What is Contentful?

Contentful is an enterprise-grade headless CMS and content platform that powers digital experiences for global brands. It provides a sophisticated content modeling system where you define custom content types, relationships, and validation rules through an intuitive interface. What makes Contentful powerful is its API-first architecture - content is delivered via CDN-backed REST and GraphQL APIs with sub-50ms response times globally. The platform includes a web-based editor for content teams, with features like content scheduling, workflows, localization for 70+ languages, and roles/permissions. Contentful's Content Delivery Network spans 200+ locations worldwide, ensuring fast content delivery everywhere. The platform supports content previews, A/B testing integration, and webhooks for triggering external workflows. With enterprise features like SSO, audit logs, and dedicated support, it's built for organizations managing content at scale across multiple brands, regions, and channels. Popular among large enterprises, media companies, and global e-commerce brands. Integrates with virtually every modern framework and platform.

Is Contentful free to use?

Yes, Contentful offers a free tier. Free tier + subscription

What features does Contentful offer?

Contentful offers NoSQL database, authentication, file storage, GraphQL API, REST API, and more.

Can I self-host Contentful?

No, Contentful is a Managed platform and cannot be self-hosted.

What is Contentful best for?

Contentful is particularly well-suited for enterprise, multi-channel content, global brands, marketing sites.