If you’ve ever tried to delete a large number of CMS items in Webflow, you know the pain.
You start by selecting a few outdated blog posts, or maybe you’re trying to remove a batch of test entries.
But Webflow throws an error... and the dreaded message appears. You know you are in trouble then!
Now you’re stuck hunting down where each item is used across collections and CMS items.
Add to that the 100-item deletion cap, and suddenly your 5-minute cleanup turns into a frustrating hour of clicking (if you are lucky).
We’ve been there.
That’s exactly why we built the Webflow CMS Cleaner: a new tool from PowerImporter that completely automates the cleanup process.
Why deleting CMS Items in Webflow is so difficult
Webflow’s CMS is incredibly powerful, but it comes with some serious limitations when it comes to managing and cleaning up large data sets:
- Reference blocks: If a CMS item is linked to another (like a blog post tied to a category or author), Webflow won’t let you delete it until the reference is manually removed.
- No "Empty Collection" button: There's no native way to wipe all CMS items at once.
- 100-Item deletion limit: Even the Webflow API can only delete up to 100 items at a time - and only if they’re not referenced.
- Complex workflows: Finding and removing all dependencies requires navigating through multiple collections.
- Localization adds complexity: Multi-language sites multiply the content volume, and the cleanup effort.
What should be a simple reset becomes a tedious, manual... and long process!
Meet the Webflow CMS Cleaner by PowerImporter
The Webflow CMS Cleaner is a one-click tool that solves all of the above. It connects directly to your Webflow site and removes all CMS items, regardless of how many there are or whether they’re referenced somewhere else.
Key features:
✅ Deletes every CMS item - yes, even ones with references in other collections!
✅ Works across all collections and locales
✅ Leaves your collection schema and structure intact
✅ Perfect for staging cleanups, content resets, or fresh imports
No more hunting down dependencies or deleting items one by one. Just click, confirm, and start fresh.
How it works
- Log in to PowerImporter
- Connect your Webflow account and authorize access to your sites.
- Select your site
- Choose the Webflow site you want to clean up.
- Click “Empty All CMS Collections”
- The CMS Cleaner will identify and delete every CMS item, including ones Webflow won’t let you delete manually.
- Done!
- Your CMS is now clean, but your collection structures and page templates are untouched. You can immediately start importing new content or building fresh entries.
Who is the Webflow CMS Cleaner for?
Whether you're managing a large project or just running a test site, the CMS Cleaner can save you hours:
- Webflow designers: Clear staging sites before handing them off to clients.
- Developers: Reset CMS data before setting up a new integration or import.
- Content teams: Wipe old articles, listings, or seasonal items before adding new ones.
- Agencies: Clean and prep client sites for fresh content without breaking anything.
- Localization managers: Delete all locales’ CMS content in one go.
Ready to try it?
The Webflow CMS Cleaner is now available at powerimporter.com/webflow-cms-cleaner. It’s the fastest and easiest way to start fresh with your CMS.
No more clicking around, no more errors, just a clean slate.
👉 Try it now and clean your Webflow CMS in one click.
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