Webflow Commenting Update May 2025 – Better Collaboration Tools for Designers

Webflow’s New Commenting Features (May 2025 Update): Smoother Collaboration Starts Here

In May 2025, Webflow rolled out one of its most collaborative updates yet, focusing on streamlining how teams give and receive feedback directly within the UX Designer. These new commenting features are designed to reduce back-and-forth, eliminate reliance on external tools, and improve the review experience for both designers and stakeholders.

Whether you're a freelance designer working with a client or a marketing team collaborating on website content, Webflow now makes it easier to communicate visually and contextually, right on the canvas.

On-Canvas Commenting for CMS Content

One of the most impactful changes is the ability to comment directly on CMS content within the Designer. Before this update, reviewing blog posts, dynamic product pages, or directory entries often involved sharing screenshots, external links, or lengthy emails. Now, users can leave feedback directly on any CMS-powered element on the canvas. This makes it significantly easier for content teams, editors, and non-technical collaborators to suggest edits or ask questions within the actual design, saving time and reducing confusion.

Emoji Reactions and Shareable Comment Links

In addition to more targeted feedback, Webflow has introduced emoji reactions to make responses quicker and more expressive. Whether you want to give a thumbs up, celebrate a great design, or react with a smile, emojis offer a lighter, faster way to communicate.

Also included in this update is the ability to generate direct links to specific comments. This is especially useful when you need someone to jump straight into a thread without scrolling through the project. Sharing a link to a specific comment ensures that your team members or clients see exactly what you’re referring to, reducing miscommunication and speeding up decision-making.

Comment Notifications in the Tools You Already Use

Webflow now offers a new Comments API, along with integrations through Zapier and Make, to keep your notifications centralized. This means that whenever a comment is added or resolved in Webflow, you can receive instant notifications in tools like Slack, Notion, Asana, Jira, or even via email. Instead of having to manually check the Designer for feedback, updates can flow directly into your existing workflow, helping you stay on top of revisions without missing a beat.

Accurate Custom Code Preview in Comment Mode

Another key enhancement is that custom code now runs correctly in both Preview and Comment modes. This update ensures that reviewers see a true-to-life version of the design, including any embedded code or third-party scripts. This is a crucial improvement for developers and designers working on interactive or heavily customized sites, as it allows for more accurate feedback and testing during the review process.

More Control Over Comments and Feedback Management

Webflow has also made managing comments easier and more intuitive. The updated Comments panel allows users to filter comments by page or breakpoint, so you can focus on the feedback that’s most relevant to your current task. You can now also view which comments are resolved or unresolved at a glance, making it easier to track progress during reviews. Additionally, the ability to copy and paste comment text simplifies the process of referencing or sharing feedback elsewhere.

What to Expect in the Future

This update is part of a broader push from Webflow to make the platform more collaborative. The team has hinted at upcoming improvements that will make it even easier to invite reviewers without giving them full Designer access. They're also working on reducing the learning curve for clients and stakeholders who want to leave feedback without having to learn the full Webflow interface.

Final Thoughts

With this update, Webflow continues to evolve into a powerful end-to-end platform for designing, building, and now collaborating on websites. The enhanced commenting tools are a welcome upgrade for anyone who works in teams, manages multiple stakeholders, or frequently collects client feedback.

From contextual CMS comments to smart integrations with Slack and Notion, Webflow is making collaboration smoother, faster, and more reliable. If you’re building websites for clients, managing internal review workflows, or just want to cut down on revision time, these new features are worth exploring in your next project.

Ready to try the new features? Head over to your Webflow workspace now.

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