About Concrete CMS
Concrete CMS is an open source content management system for teams that edit websites every day. It is known for in-page editing, where authors change text directly on the live layout.
What it does
Editors change text and images on the page itself, using a visual editor that does not require code. Administrators assign roles and groups, and set permissions down to individual blocks of content. Changes can pass through approval workflows, and edits are recorded in a change log, so earlier versions can be compared and restored.
Key features
- Visual editing directly on the page
- Roles and groups with fine-grained permissions
- Approval workflows before content is published
- Change logs with version comparison and revert
- Hosting options for organizations with compliance needs
Who it's for
Organizations with many content editors and strict access rules are a good match. The product is used across sectors such as banking, manufacturing, healthcare, education and government, according to its own site.
Pricing and good to know
The core software is open source under the MIT license. Hosting, support and extra add-ons are offered separately. Development teams can build custom themes and integrations, which takes time, so plan the design and permissions early.
Highlights
- Edit text and images directly on the live page
- Assign roles and groups with permissions down to single blocks
- Route content through approval workflows before it is published
- Review change logs and revert to earlier versions
- Choose hosting options for compliance requirements
