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Methodology
To find the best content management software, Forbes Advisor looked at everything from the popularity of each CMS, pricing and built-in functionality. We also considered features specific to CMS systems, such as post scheduling, e-commerce possibilities, security and whether hosting is included or not.
There are less tangible criteria to consider, too. For example, how easy is it to use an interface or are there so many options that a CMS is overwhelming. We also read through user reviews to understand real-world examples of the pros and cons of each CMS. We then compare multiple CMS systems to each other, applying a score to each factor and then average the ratings to come up with a ranking from one to five stars.
Ease of Use: For small business owners and individuals, ease of use is especially important. We gave more credit to CMS systems that are simple out of the box.
Cost and Fees: Most CMS systems on the market are open source and therefore free to use, but all websites require hosting. So, we looked at the overall cost of using a website builder with a CMS versus choosing an open source option with à la carte hosting and extensions.
CMS Features: It’s important to choose a CMS that includes the features you need to make digital asset management and content management easy. For example, post scheduling is critical, as are SEO tools and template availability.
Functionality: All CMS systems are meant to make it easier for you to manage your content easily, but some include more built-in functionality, which we ranked higher. However, we also considered the official libraries of plugins that extend the functionality of a CMS.
Security: Also important is the security of a CMS. This comes in the form of features, such as MFA, but also in the form of updates of the core CMS.
How To Choose a Content Management Software System
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