How Framer Has Expanded Its Functionality

If you tried Framer a while back and thought, “This is cute, but it’s kind of limited…”—ohhh, honey. You need to see it now.

Framer has evolved in a big way over the past few months, and if you haven’t taken a second look, you’re missing out. It’s not just a simple landing page builder anymore—it’s becoming a legit powerhouse for modern websites.

Let’s talk about what’s new, what’s exciting, and why I’m loving it for client projects more than ever.

Wait—What Is Framer, Again?

If you’re new here: Framer is a no-code, design-first website builder that makes it ridiculously easy to create beautiful, high-performance sites—without needing to touch code.

It’s basically made for people who want their websites to look amazing, load fast, and work without plugin drama (👋 WordPress).

Here’s What’s New (and Why It Matters):

1. Framer Now Supports Plugins

This is huge. Plugins were the one thing Framer was missing—and now, they’re here.

That means:

• You can integrate tools like analytics, CRMs, and forms way more easily.

• You’re not locked into workarounds for functionality anymore.

• You can customize your site in ways that used to only be possible with dev-heavy platforms.

In short? You get more power without adding complexity.

2. More Powerful Forms + Integrations

Lead generation just got easier.

• Framer now supports advanced form fields (not just name/email)

• It integrates smoothly with platforms like Mailchimp, ConvertKit, Airtable, Notion, and more

• You can use logic-based workflows, so forms actually do something smart after submission

This means no more janky form hacks or sending people to third-party apps.

3. Better CMS Options

Framer’s CMS (content management system) used to be… let’s say… minimalist. But now it’s evolved.

You can now:

• Create blogs, portfolios, case studies, and collections with dynamic content (This is life-changing)

• Filter and sort posts easily

• Customize layouts without breaking your design

It’s clean, lightweight, and perfect for creators, agencies, and small businesses who need structure—but not a bloated dashboard.

4. More SEO & Performance Features

Framer is seriously fast—like, speed-test-bragging fast—and now it gives you more control over SEO too.

• Easy access to meta titles and descriptions

• Built-in sitemap generation

• Automatic SSL + lightning-fast hosting

• Optimized image handling for better load times

Translation: Google likes it. Clients love it. Win-win.

5. Cleaner Collaboration & Client Handoff

Working with clients inside Framer has gotten smoother:

• Clearer permissions for editors vs. viewers

• Easy-to-understand UI for clients who want to tweak their own text/images post-launch

• Better handoff process = less “wait how do I change this?” DMs from your client two months later

So... Is Framer Better Than [Insert Other Tool Here]?

Depends on your needs.

Framer is perfect for:

• Service-based businesses

• Personal brands

• Agencies and studios

• Creatives who want beautiful, flexible sites with zero to low maintenance

If you’re building a massive e-commerce site or a tech platform with custom backend logic, it might not be the tool for you yet. But for 90% of my clients? It’s more than enough—and it makes their lives easier.

Final Thoughts: Framer Is Growing Fast—And That’s a Good Thing

I’ve been designing in Framer for over 2 years now, and I can confidently say: it’s not just for “simple sites” anymore.

It’s sleek, intuitive, powerful—and getting better with every update. If you’ve been clinging to WordPress or stuck with Squarespace, now’s the time to explore what Framer can do.

Want help migrating to Framer or getting your site started the right way? Email me at patricia@holarara.com. 😉