GitCMS

Git-based CMS for
Zola Sites

Zola's flexibility meets modern content management. GitCMS provides the perfect editing experience for your Zola static sites.

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How to Setup GitCMS for Zola 🚀

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

Install GitCMS Extension

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

Setup Zola Repository

Enter your Zola 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 Zola content. Specify collection names and folder paths for your markdown files to establish a clear content structure that works perfectly with Zola.

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 Zola projects.

Edit and Preview Content

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

Deploy Your Zola Site

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