For over a decade, the "Legacy Editor" has been the go-to tool for website owners to make quick text updates and manage blog posts. However, as web development moves toward more collaborative and secure environments, Webflow is officially transitioning to a new system: Client Seats.
If you currently use Webflow to manage a website, here is a high-level overview of what is changing, the timelines involved, and what the new roles look like.
For over a decade, the "Legacy Editor" has been the go-to tool for website owners to make quick text updates and manage blog posts. However, as web development moves toward more collaborative and secure environments, Webflow is officially transitioning to a new system: Client Seats.
If you currently use Webflow to manage a website, here is a high-level overview of what is changing, the timelines involved, and what the new roles look like.
Webflow is deprecating the "Legacy Editor" in favor of Seats and Roles.
Historically, the Editor was a separate interface accessed via a specific link. The new system integrates editing directly into the Webflow Workspace. This shift allows for better security, more granular permissions, and access to modern features like Localization and AI-powered editing that the old system couldn't support.
In the new system, users are assigned specific roles rather than a "one-size-fits-all" editor login. The two most common roles for site owners are:
The transition is happening in phases to give users plenty of time to adapt. There is no need for immediate panic, but there are four key dates to keep in mind:
The most important technical change is that Legacy Editor credentials will not carry over. To maintain access, users must accept an invitation to their site’s Workspace and create a new Webflow account. While the old "Legacy Editor" will continue to function until August 2026, switching early is recommended to ensure there is no disruption to content management workflows.
While change can be daunting, this migration is about future-proofing. The new Seat system provides a much faster interface and allows for better collaboration between designers and content managers. It ensures that those responsible for the "day-to-day" content of a site have a stable, secure, and modern environment to work in.
If you’re looking for any further support, please reach out to us and we’ll provide you with some guidance. For further information you can find this over at the migration hub on webflow directly.
