Nested CMS Collections in Webflow

Description:

We would love to request the ability for Webflow CMS collections to dynamically nest inside other CMS collections to allow for more flexible URL structures and dynamic content relationships.


Problem:

Currently, Webflow only allows one CMS collection per dynamic template page, which restricts building dynamic URL structures that involve multiple relational layers. For example, it is not possible to create a dynamic page structure like:

/[collection-A]/[collection-B-item-slug]

where Collection A and Collection B are separate collections (e.g., Service Types and Locations).


This limitation forces users to either:

  • Create large, combined collections manually (which is not scalable), or

  • Build static pages for what should otherwise be dynamic, scalable, SEO-friendly content.


Requested Solution:

Allow CMS pages to support dynamic URL nesting by:

  • Enabling a “parent” CMS collection (e.g., Service Type) to contain a “child” CMS collection (e.g., Locations), and dynamically generate pages like:

/service-type/location

  • Allowing multi-collection references in URL structure settings.


Benefits:

  • More scalable and automated site structures for service businesses, real estate, tourism, franchises, multi-location companies, etc.

  • Better SEO URL hierarchy (service-first/location-next or vice-versa).

  • Reduced need for manual workarounds and static page creation.


Real-World Example:

A franchise business offering “Gym Cleaning” services across multiple cities would ideally want dynamic pages like:

/cleaning-service/gym-cleaning/auckland

/cleaning-service/gym-cleaning/christchurch

but built dynamically based on two related CMS collections (Service Types and Locations).


Thank you for considering this! It would be a major upgrade for serious CMS users and agencies.

  • Revamp Digital
  • Apr 27 2025
  • Reviewed