Framer
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The web builder for creative professionals
How to Replace FramerOverview
Features
45 features across 17 categories
AI(1)
Generate marketing copy and content suggestions powered by artificial intelligence.
Accessibility(1)
Built-in tools for WCAG compliance including alt text, ARIA labels, and contrast checking.
Analytics(1)
Track page views, user interactions, and performance metrics with built-in analytics.
Backend(1)
Simple database for storing form submissions and user data with query capabilities.
Collaboration(2)
Real-time collaboration with multiple team members on the same project simultaneously.
Granular permission controls for team members with editor, viewer, and admin roles.
Design(13)
Advanced animation tools with timeline controls and easing functions for smooth interactions.
Organize and manage images, videos, and other assets in a centralized library.
Pre-built responsive components that can be customized and reused across projects.
Built-in dark mode support with automatic theme switching based on user preference.
Create and maintain a design system with shared components, tokens, and styles.
Create clickable prototypes with animations and interactions without leaving the platform.
Library of pre-built animation presets for common interactions and transitions.
Smooth transitions and animations between different pages in your site.
See your changes instantly across all devices with live preview functionality.
Automatic responsive scaling and breakpoint management for mobile, tablet, and desktop.
Pre-designed website templates for common use cases like landing pages and portfolios.
Create reusable variables for colors, sizing, and spacing throughout your design.
Drag-and-drop interface for designing responsive web layouts with real-time preview.
Development(6)
REST API and webhook support for integrating Framer projects with external services.
Integrated code editor supporting React, TypeScript, and JavaScript for advanced customization.
Create and share reusable code snippets for common functionality and patterns.
Show or hide elements based on user interactions, device type, or custom logic.
Export your design as clean, production-ready React and CSS code.
Git-like version history with ability to revert changes and track project iterations.
Education(1)
Comprehensive documentation, tutorials, and community resources for learning Framer.
Forms(1)
Create forms with validation, file uploads, and email notifications.
Hosting(4)
Connect your own domain with automatic SSL and DNS management.
Built-in hosting with automatic deployments, CDN, and SSL certificates included.
Control publishing permissions, staging environments, and deployment workflows.
Set up redirects and URL rewrites for SEO and user experience.
Integration(3)
Connect to Airtable, Notion, and other CMS platforms for dynamic content management.
Send automated emails from forms and workflows using integrated email service.
Import designs directly from Figma and convert them to interactive web pages.
Interaction(2)
Support for swipe, tap, and other gesture interactions for touch devices.
Create scroll-triggered animations and parallax effects for engaging experiences.
Internationalization(1)
Build multilingual sites with automatic language detection and translation management.
Performance(2)
Automatic image compression and optimization for faster page load times.
Real-time monitoring of page speed, Core Web Vitals, and performance metrics.
Productivity(3)
Filter and search through design elements, layers, and components efficiently.
Automatic saving of your work with no risk of losing design changes.
Comprehensive keyboard shortcuts for faster design and development workflow.
SEO(1)
Built-in SEO tools for meta tags, open graph, sitemaps, and structured data.
Security(2)
User login and authentication with password protection and OAuth integration.
Protect pages or entire sites with password authentication.
Pricing
Free
- ✓Basic design and hosting
Pro
Popular- ✓Professional features for individuals
Team
- ✓Collaboration and advanced tools
Enterprise
- ✓Custom solutions and support
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Integrations
30 known integrations