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Open Source Headless CMS Tools using JavaScript

A curated collection of the best open source cMS architecture where the content repository (backend) is separate from the presentation layer (frontend). using JavaScript.

Strapi

Headless CMS with REST and GraphQL APIs out of the box

  • Stars

    73,425

  • Last commit

    8 hours ago

  • License

    MIT
TypeScript headless CMS that generates REST and GraphQL APIs from your content model, with a no-code builder, plugin system, and full self-hosting support.

Open Source Alternative to:

Sanity

Payload

Headless CMS for developers, built with Node.js

  • Stars

    45,624

  • Last commit

    8 hours ago

  • License

    MIT
A powerful, flexible, and developer-friendly content management system that prioritizes customization and scalability.

Open Source Alternative to:

WordPress

Directus

Open-source data platform for effortless content management

  • Stars

    38,799

  • Last commit

    12 hours ago

  • License

    Unknown
A versatile headless CMS and API engine that simplifies data management, content creation, and application development.

Open Source Alternative to:

WordPress

TinaCMS

Visual editing for your Git-based content

  • Stars

    13,862

  • Last commit

    21 hours ago

  • License

    Apache-2.0
A headless CMS that simplifies content management with real-time editing, Git-based workflows, and developer-friendly customization.

Open Source Alternative to:

WordPress

KeystoneJS

Flexible, scalable Node.js CMS and app framework

  • Stars

    9,986

  • Last commit

    1 day ago

  • License

    MIT
A powerful, customizable content management system and application framework built on Node.js, GraphQL, and React

Open Source Alternative to:

WordPress

Builder

Visual development platform for modern web experiences

  • Stars

    8,881

  • Last commit

    4 days ago

  • License

    MIT
Drag-and-drop interface for creating and optimizing digital experiences, with headless CMS and powerful integrations.

Open Source Alternative to:

WordPress

Webiny

Open-source serverless CMS for modern web projects

  • Stars

    8,051

  • Last commit

    12 hours ago

  • License

    MIT
A powerful, scalable platform for building custom websites and apps with serverless architecture, offering flexibility and cost-efficiency.

Open Source Alternative to:

WordPress

Craft CMS

Flexible CMS for custom digital experiences

  • Stars

    3,623

  • Last commit

    8 hours ago

  • License

    Unknown
Build custom websites with a user-friendly CMS that puts content first. Features flexible architecture, GraphQL API, and powerful ecommerce capabilities.

Open Source Alternative to:

WordPress

Marble CMS

Simple content management for modern sites

  • Stars

    385

  • Last commit

    2 days ago

  • License

    AGPL-3.0
A headless CMS designed for blogs, changelogs, and articles. Features intuitive editor, team collaboration, media management, and API integration.

Open Source Alternative to:

WordPress
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