GitCMS

Git-based CMS for
Hugo Sites

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How to Setup GitCMS for Hugo 🚀

Get started with GitCMS in your Hugo project in under 5 minutes

Install GitCMS Extension

Navigate to your Hugo GitHub repository and click on the GitCMS icon in your Chrome extension menu. Click the 'Init' button to begin setup.

Setup Hugo Repository

Enter your Hugo site's URL and specify the media folder where your content assets will be stored. This creates an organized structure for all your media files.

Configure Collections

Create collections to organize your Hugo content. Specify collection names and folder paths for your markdown files to establish a clear content structure that works perfectly with Hugo.

Setup Frontmatter Schema

Define your frontmatter schema with various field types including title, text, datetime, media, and more to create a rich content editing experience tailored for Hugo projects.

Edit and Preview Content

Use GitCMS's rich text editor to create and edit your Hugo content. Preview your changes instantly before committing. The extension provides a side-by-side view of your markdown and rendered content.

Deploy Your Hugo Site

Set up GitHub Actions workflows to automatically build and deploy your Hugo site whenever content changes are pushed. Compatible with Netlify, Vercel, GitHub Pages, Cloudflare Pages, and other popular hosting platforms.