Can I build a Webflow site that pulls content from my own CMS through an API (JSON or XML)?

Yes, you can definitely build a Webflow site that pulls content from your own CMS through an API. Webflow provides powerful API capabilities that allow you to fetch data from external sources and integrate it seamlessly into your Webflow site.

To accomplish this, you will need to follow a few steps:

1. Structure your CMS data: Make sure your CMS data is structured in a way that aligns with Webflow's content modeling. This means you should define collections and fields in your CMS that correspond to the data you want to display on your Webflow site.

2. Create an API endpoint: Set up an API endpoint in your CMS that exposes the data you want to fetch. This endpoint should return JSON or XML formatted data. Depending on your CMS, you may need to use custom code or plugins to accomplish this.

3. Fetch the data in Webflow: In Webflow, you can use the CMS API to fetch the data from your CMS endpoint. You can make API requests using JavaScript, either by writing your own custom code or utilizing libraries like Axios or Fetch. The Webflow CMS API documentation provides detailed information on how to make these requests.

4. Display the fetched data: Once you have retrieved the data from your CMS, you can dynamically populate it on your Webflow site using Webflow's dynamic content features. With dynamic lists and fields, you can configure your design to display the fetched content in the desired format.

It's worth noting that building such a site requires familiarity with web development concepts, JavaScript, and working with APIs. If you're not comfortable with coding, you might consider engaging a developer who can assist you in integrating your CMS data with your Webflow site.

Overall, Webflow offers great flexibility when it comes to integrating external data sources, enabling you to create dynamic and personalized experiences for your visitors.