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Best CMS for freelancers

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TL;DR

The best CMS for freelancers balances ease of use, cost-effectiveness, client handoff simplicity, and portfolio versatility. Top options include WordPress (huge ecosystem, clients know it), Sanity (free tier, modern stack, impressive for clients), Webflow (visual builder, easy client handoff), and Strapi (open-source, self-hosted). Evaluate based on free tier generosity, client training ease, template reusability, and whether the platform showcases your technical skills to attract better clients.

Key Takeaways

  • Cost-effective platforms with generous free tiers let freelancers start projects without upfront costs
  • Easy client handoff and intuitive editing interfaces reduce post-launch support burden
  • The CMS you choose signals your technical capabilities and affects the quality of clients you attract