Why are my imported items duplicating on the live site in Webflow, but not in the designer or Collections folder?

If you're experiencing a situation where your imported items are duplicating on the live site in Webflow but not in the designer or Collections folder, there are a few potential reasons that could be causing this issue. Let me walk you through some troubleshooting steps to help you resolve this problem:

1. Check if the items are duplicated in your Webflow CMS: Go to the Collection that contains the imported items and ensure that there are no duplicate entries within the CMS. If you notice any duplicates, delete them, save the changes, and republish the site to see if the issue persists.

2. Verify if there are any duplicate elements on your live site: Open your live site in preview or inspect mode and examine the page where the imported items are displayed. Make sure there aren't any duplicate elements present in the layout or any redundant sections that might be causing the duplication.

3. Inspect your Collection List or dynamic element settings: If the imported items are displayed using a dynamic element like a Collection List, check its settings to ensure that you haven't inadvertently set it to display more items than intended. Double-check the filters, sorting, and limit settings to ensure they're properly configured.

4. Review your custom code or interactions: If you have added custom code or interactions to your project, it's worth checking if any of that code might be interacting with the imported items and causing them to duplicate. Look for code snippets, JavaScript functions, or interactions that modify the content or create new elements dynamically.

5. Examine your Collection List or dynamic element placement: Make sure that the Collection List or dynamic element is placed in your layout correctly and not duplicated or nested within other dynamic elements. Check that your template structure is logically organized to prevent unintended duplication.

6. Clear cache and hard reload your live site: Sometimes, caching issues can cause discrepancies between the live site and the Webflow designer. Clear your browser cache and perform a hard refresh on the live site to ensure you're seeing the most up-to-date version, without any cached duplicates.

If the issue persists after going through these steps, it would be beneficial to reach out to Webflow support or consult the Webflow community forum. Provide them with specific details about your setup, including screenshots or a read-only link to your project, so they can assist you in diagnosing and resolving the duplication problem.