Migration Process: Key Stages
Moving from a static site to Webflow is straightforward but still requires thoughtful planning. Here's how we handle it:
1️⃣ Auditing the Existing HTML Structure
• Review all static pages, assets, and layout structure
• Identify global elements like headers, footers, and navigation
• Flag any scripts, forms, or custom code that needs to be rebuilt or embedded in Webflow
2️⃣ Content Mapping & SEO Review
• Create a full page inventory and define a new sitemap
• Record SEO data: page titles, meta descriptions, structured data
• Decide which pages stay, get updated, or can be removed
3️⃣ Rebuilding the Design in Webflow
• Recreate each layout using Webflow’s visual designer
• Set up consistent global styles for typography, buttons, and spacing
• Convert static elements into dynamic components where needed (e.g., blog, portfolio)
4️⃣ Content & Asset Migration
• Copy and paste text content into new Webflow pages or CMS collections
• Reupload images, videos, and icons with optimization
• Embed or rewrite any custom scripts or tracking tools
5️⃣ Testing & OptimizationTest layouts across breakpoints and browsersSet proper SEO metadata and alt textUse Webflow's tools to improve performance and mobile UX
6️⃣ Final Launch & Go-Live
• Point your domain to Webflow and enable SSL
• Set up redirects if any URLs change
• Provide access to the Webflow Editor for your team to manage content