Step 01
Tell us about your build
A couple of quick answers so we can recommend the right preset, plugins, and services.
What's included in a GrapesJS landing page build
- Starter Preset
- A pre-configured GrapesJS editor tailored for landing pages — panels, blocks, device modes, and component definitions all wired up. Instead of spending a sprint on config, your team ships the first page on day one.
- Plugin Bundle
- A curated set of paid and community plugins selected for your project type: forms, image galleries, countdown timers, SEO metadata blocks. Each plugin is licensed to your project with a perpetual key — no renewals.
- Installation & Setup
- We clone the preset into your repo, wire up the storage adapter (REST, S3, or headless CMS), configure CSP headers, and smoke-test the editor in your environment. You get a working editor, not a README.
- Perpetual License Keys
- Every commercial plugin comes with a per-project license key delivered to your inbox immediately after payment. No subscriptions, no recurring fees — you own the software.
- 30-Day Launch Support
- The first 30 days after delivery are covered: bug fixes, minor configuration tweaks, and one round of plugin version updates at no extra charge. Longer support is available as a monthly retainer.
- Documented Handoff
- We write a concise setup guide for your team: how to add block types, how to extend the style manager, and how to connect a new storage backend. No tribal knowledge locked in Slack threads.
Recommended stack for landing pages
Based on 300+ builds, this combination ships fast, scales well, and satisfies non-technical editors.
Preset
GrapesJS Paneless
Clean UI without floating panels. The sidebar-based layout is ideal for marketing teams who find the default GrapesJS chrome overwhelming. Ships with 40+ landing page blocks out of the box.
Recommended plugins
- GrapesJS Plugin Forms— Drag-and-drop form fields with validation, Zapier hooks, and native HTML output — the most-installed GrapesJS plugin.
- Custom Code Block— Lets page authors inject scripts, iframes, or embeds safely inside the canvas without breaking the editor.
- Lory Slider— Responsive image carousel. Zero dependencies, 3 kB gzipped — works on all mobile browsers without polyfills.
- Tooltip Plugin— Attach hover tooltips to any component in the editor. No extra JavaScript required at render time.
- Tabs Plugin— Accordion and tabbed content blocks. Lets non-technical authors build FAQs and feature grids without touching code.
Frequently asked questions
- How long does a GrapesJS setup take?
- A standard build — preset + plugin bundle + installation — is delivered in 2–3 business days. Larger configurations with custom plugins or CMS integrations typically take 5–10 days. Rush delivery (next business day) is available on request.
- Can I use my own design system or theme?
- Yes. GrapesJS is a blank canvas by default. The preset gives you a sensible default styling layer, but you can override every token, block, and style manager panel. If you ship your own CSS design system, we configure the editor to use your tokens rather than our defaults.
- Do plugins come with source code?
- Most plugins on GJS.Market are distributed as compiled packages with a perpetual license per project. Some vendors also offer source-code licenses — check the individual plugin page. All license keys are yours; there are no ongoing royalties.
- What's the difference between a preset and a template?
- A preset configures the GrapesJS editor itself: panels, blocks, style managers, device modes, and plugin wiring. A template is an initial page design loaded into the editor. You need a preset for the editor to be usable; templates are optional starting points for your end users.
- Can I migrate from Webflow, Unbounce, or Elementor?
- GrapesJS solves a different problem: it is a library you embed in your own product, not a hosted page builder you subscribe to. If you are migrating landing-page content, our setup service includes a one-time import script for basic HTML/CSS exports from Webflow and similar tools.
- Is GrapesJS production-ready?
- Yes. GrapesJS has been production-deployed by companies including Mailchimp, Mautic, and hundreds of SaaS products. The core repository has over 22,000 GitHub stars and an active maintainer team. GJS.Market has delivered 300+ commercial builds since 2021.
- Do I need JavaScript skills to integrate GrapesJS?
- End users of your product don't need JavaScript — they use the visual editor like Webflow or Squarespace. You (the integrating developer) need basic JavaScript/TypeScript to configure plugins and connect to your backend. Our Installation & Setup service handles the integration if you'd rather not.
- Can I self-host GrapesJS and own the data?
- Absolutely. GrapesJS is fully open-source (BSD-3-Clause), runs in the browser, and stores page data as JSON in whichever backend you choose — PostgreSQL, MongoDB, S3, or a headless CMS. There is no vendor lock-in and no data leaves your infrastructure.
From the builds we've shipped
“A B2B SaaS team replaced an Elementor-based landing system with a GrapesJS Paneless preset and four plugins. Their growth team went from filing a Jira ticket and waiting two weeks to publishing a campaign page in 45 minutes. Time-to-launch per landing page: from 12 days to same-day.”
“A newsletter platform migrated from a bespoke React editor to GrapesJS with the MJML plugin. Template creation dropped from a full sprint to a single afternoon. Dev time saved: ~3 months of frontend work.”
GrapesJS vs Webflow vs Unbounce vs Elementor
GrapesJS is not a hosted page builder — it is a library you embed in your own product. This table shows where GrapesJS wins and where the others are the right tool for the job.
| Feature | GrapesJS | Webflow | Unbounce | Elementor |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Embeddable in your SaaS product | ||||
| Open-source (no license fee) | Partly | |||
| Self-hosted / no vendor lock-in | WordPress only | |||
| White-label UI | ||||
| API-driven / headless content | CMS plan | Limited | ||
| Custom React / Vue components | ||||
| Monthly SaaS cost | $0 | $16–$212 | $74–$469 | $6–$25 |
| One-time purchase available |