Duda CMS 2025: Updates Redefining How Modern Business Websites Are Built

Hi everyone, Rikki here. While I’m not the one building websites day in and day out, I am the one sitting with clients, helping them decide which platform makes the most sense for their business, and making sure what they want is actually possible and implemented well. That’s one of the reasons I enjoy working with Duda. The platform is constantly evolving, rolling out enhancements that make it easier for our team to deliver better, faster, and more scalable websites for clients. And yes… even I can jump into Duda and build an entire site if I need to (not saying you want me to, but I could).

2025 was a pivotal year for Duda. Between continued Editor 2.0 rollouts, major DudaCon announcements, and a steady cadence of product releases, the platform introduced updates that meaningfully changed how business websites are built, managed, and scaled.

These were not surface-level enhancements. Throughout 2025, Duda focused on reducing complexity, improving build efficiency, and minimizing reliance on third-party apps, all while keeping sites fast, flexible, and easy to manage for both internal teams and end clients.

As we move into 2026, the direction is clear, and it’s exciting to watch it unfold. The foundation Duda laid in 2025 aligns closely with modern digital marketing agency workflows, AI-driven search behavior, and long-term scalability. At BlinkJar Media, these improvements are already influencing how we guide clients, scope projects, and build websites that can grow alongside their businesses.

Below are the five Duda updates from 2025 that had the biggest impact on how we build client sites at BlinkJar Media, and why they position Duda to lead the CMS space into 2026.



Duda CMS: What Changed in 2025 and Why It Matters for 2026

If you’re like me, and you just want the highlights, I made a quick summary just for you. If you do not read the full breakdown, here is the short version.

• Advanced Forms made it easier to design high-converting, on-brand forms directly inside the CMS without relying on third-party tools
• Content importing and structured client intake simplified rebuilds, migrations, and onboarding
• Expanded blogging tools improved editorial workflows and content organization
• Duda Editor 2.0 design flexibility delivered more layout control and built-in visual tools without custom code
• Native mega menus elevated navigation and user experience using tools built directly into the editor

Together, these updates reflect Duda’s direction for 2026. Fewer apps, faster builds, cleaner workflows, and a CMS designed for how modern businesses actually operate.

How Are Duda’s Advanced Forms Improving Conversions and Design Flexibility?

Duda’s forms evolved significantly in 2025, especially within Editor 2.0. What was once a simple contact element has become a flexible, design-first component that fits naturally into modern page layouts.

Advanced form capabilities now allow teams to control layout using flex-based containers, place media and widgets directly inside forms, and design forms without workarounds or embedded third-party tools. Practically, this means forms can match the site's visual language, include inline guidance, and present conditional sections without breaking design consistency.

Keeping form design and submissions within the CMS eliminates the need for extra tools, maintains consistent styling, and creates cleaner user experiences that support higher conversion rates.

How Does Duda’s Content Importing Speed Up Website Rebuilds and Migrations?

In 2025, Duda strengthened its content importing tools to make rebuilds and migrations far more efficient. Teams can now pull text, images, and business information directly from an existing site into a new project’s Content Library.

Instead of copying and pasting page by page, entire blocks of content can be imported and refined directly inside the editor. This is especially valuable when moving clients off older platforms or scaffolding multiple sites while maintaining structure. At BlinkJar, we’re excited to use this capability as we transition clients from the legacy editor into Duda’s Editor 2.0, allowing us to move faster without sacrificing consistency or quality.

These tools are integrated into the Editor 2.0 workflow, helping teams move faster without sacrificing organization or quality.

What Is Duda’s Content Collection Form and Why Does It Simplify Client Onboarding?

Alongside improved importing tools, Duda introduced a client-facing Content Collection Form. This feature addresses one of the most common friction points in website projects: gathering content.

Rather than chasing logos, brand colors, bios, and images through long email threads, teams can send a structured intake form that collects everything in one place. Submissions flow directly into the site’s Content Library, keeping assets organized and ready for use.

This change alone can dramatically speed up onboarding while reducing confusion and delays for both teams and clients. At BlinkJar, we’re already incorporating this into upcoming projects to create a more organized, efficient onboarding experience from the very start.

What Changed in Duda’s Blogging Tools and Why It Matters for Content Teams?

Duda continued expanding its blogging capabilities throughout 2025, focusing on content management and editorial workflows.

One of the most impactful updates was the ability to use multiple post layouts within a single blog. This new feature may be my favorite, as I am constantly looking for new ways to enhance our clients’ blogs. This option allows different content types, such as news updates, case studies, and how-to articles, to have layouts that fit their purpose while remaining under a unified blog structure.

Improved scheduling and management tools also helped streamline publishing for teams managing consistent content calendars. Together, these enhancements make blogging on Duda more flexible and better suited for businesses investing in ongoing content strategies.

How Does Duda’s Editor 2.0 Improve Layout Control Without Custom Code?

Features that expand design flexibility without requiring custom code are always worth paying attention to, and Duda made that a clear priority in 2025. Advanced container combinations now allow teams to nest rows and columns more intuitively, opening the door for modern page layouts that remain fully editable for non-technical users.

New smart sections and design presets help teams maintain consistency across individual sites or entire client portfolios. This makes it easier to scale design systems without locking clients out of future edits.

Why Built-In Background Removal Is a Big Win for Modern Website Design

Remember the days of having to create a separate task for your designer to remove the background from a blog image that you want to use. Say goodbye to that “clog in the wheel” as Duda has eliminated this step. On the visual side, Duda enhanced its built-in photo editing tools by adding background removal. This feature is often locked behind paid tools on other platforms, but Duda made it available directly inside the CMS.

You can now create clean, image-forward layouts quickly without leaving the platform. For businesses, this means more polished visuals with fewer tools and less friction.

What Is Duda’s Mega Menu and How Does It Improve User Experience?

This was a long-requested feature and one I’ve personally been hoping to see for quite some time. One of the most impactful user experience improvements in 2025 was the release of a native mega menu for Editor 2.0.

The mega menu lets teams create multi-column dropdowns with subcategories, images, icons, and calls to action. This effectively turns the site header into an interactive content hub rather than a simple navigation bar.

Most importantly, this functionality is built directly into Duda. There is no need for custom code or third-party solutions that can break during updates. The result is a more premium navigation experience that remains stable and easy to manage.

Why Duda Is Positioned to Lead CMS Platforms in 2026?

We’re genuinely excited to start putting these improvements to work in 2026. While these updates represent only a snapshot of what Duda delivered in 2025, they point to a clear direction. With Editor 2.0, advanced built-in tools, and expanding design components, Duda continues moving toward a CMS that supports professional workflows without relying on layers of external apps.

As Duda rolls out its 2026 updates, the gap between modern, streamlined website builders and legacy platforms continues to grow. Businesses that feel slowed down by bloated systems or constant maintenance demands are increasingly looking for cleaner alternatives.

If your current website feels difficult to manage or overly dependent on plug-ins and workarounds, it may be time to rethink the platform behind it.

At BlinkJar Media, we design and build Duda websites that are fast, flexible, and scalable. Whether you are planning a full rebuild or evaluating what is next for 2026, we are happy to talk through what a modern CMS setup could look like for your business.

Let’s talk about what’s next and whether Duda is the right fit for your site.