How can I log in as an editor in Webflow to see the client experience?

Published on
September 22, 2023

To log in as an editor in Webflow and experience the client perspective, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the Webflow website and click on the "Log In" button at the top right corner of the page.
  2. Enter your account credentials (username and password) and click "Log In."
  3. Once you are logged in to your Webflow account, you will be directed to the Webflow Designer.
  4. In the Designer, navigate to the "Project Settings" panel by clicking on the gear icon located on the left-hand side of the page.
  5. In the Project Settings panel, select the "Editors" tab.
  6. On the Editors tab, you will see a list of all the editors who have access to the project. If you haven't added any editors yet, you can add one by clicking on the "Invite Editor" button.
  7. To log in as an editor and experience the client perspective, click on the "Log In as Editor" button next to the editor's name.
  8. A new browser tab will open, and you will be logged in as the editor in the client experience. You can explore the website and see how it looks and functions for clients who do not have access to the Webflow Designer or editor settings.
  9. To return to your own account, simply close the tab with the client experience or click on the "Switch to Designer" button in the top-right corner of the page.

By following these steps, you can easily log in as an editor in Webflow and explore the client perspective to ensure a seamless user experience.

Additional Questions:

  1. How do I add editors to a Webflow project?
  2. Can I customize the client experience in Webflow?
  3. Is it possible to restrict certain sections of a Webflow website from the client's view?