TinaCMS
Git-based headless CMS. Markdown + React for static sites and Next.js.
What it is
TinaCMS is a git-based headless CMS. You add Tina to your site (Next.js, Astro, Hugo, Jekyll), and your editors get a visual editing experience backed by Markdown/MDX files in Git. Changes are committed to Git, so your content history is full Git history.
Why we recommend it
If you have a static site (Next.js, Astro, etc.) and want a CMS that doesn't introduce a database, Tina is the answer. The editing experience is great, and the Git integration means you get version control, branching, and PR workflows for content.
When to use it
- Static sites that need a CMS without a database
- Next.js, Astro, Hugo, or Jekyll sites
- Teams that want Git-backed content workflows
- When the editors are also developers
Quickstart
Run this in your terminal. Self-hosts locally with Docker or your preferred setup.
$ npx @tinacms/cli initSetup
Tags
Integrates with
Common use cases
- →static-sites
- →nextjs-cms
- →git-workflows
- →developer-editors
Pricing
Self-host: free. Tina Cloud: free tier, $29/month for production.
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