Create Dynamic Pages on Wix
Dynamic pages on Wix pull content from a database collection and display it using a single template. This means you can manage dozens of similar pages (like products, team members, or blog posts) from one place instead of updating each page individually.
TL;DR:
- Dynamic pages connect to database collections in Wix's Content Manager
- Set up your database first with fields like title, image, and description
- Choose a dynamic page template and bind it to your collection
- One template automatically creates pages for all items in your database
- Perfect for portfolios, products, team pages, and blog collections
- Improves site consistency and saves loads of time on updates
How to Set Up Dynamic Pages in Wix
Dynamic pages work by connecting a template to your database. When someone visits a dynamic page, Wix pulls the relevant content from your database and displays it using your template design.
Step 1: Open the Content Manager
Head to your Wix dashboard and click on Content Manager (you'll find it in the main menu). This is where you'll create and manage your database collections.
Step 2: Create Your Database Collection
Click "Create Collection" and choose what type of content you're managing. Give your collection a clear name like "Products" or "Team Members".
Add fields for each piece of content you want to display:
- Text fields for titles and descriptions
- Image fields for photos
- Rich text fields for longer content
- URL fields for links
Step 3: Add Your Content
Fill your database with actual content. Add several items so you can see how the dynamic pages work. You can always add more later.
Step 4: Create the Dynamic Page Template
Go to Pages in your dashboard and click "Add Page". Choose "Dynamic Item Page" and select the collection you just created.
Pick a template that matches your content type. Wix offers templates specifically designed for different kinds of dynamic content.
Step 5: Connect Your Template to Database Fields
This is where the magic happens. Click on each element in your template and connect it to the relevant database field. For example:
- Connect the main heading to your "Title" field
- Link the hero image to your "Main Image" field
- Bind body text to your "Description" field
Wix shows you exactly which database field each element is connected to, so you can easily see what's linked where.
Step 6: Set Up Your Collection Page
Create a collection page that lists all your dynamic pages. This acts like an index page where visitors can browse and click through to individual dynamic pages.
Quick tip: Preview your pages regularly as you set them up. The preview shows you exactly how each database item will look as a live page.
When to Use Dynamic Pages
Dynamic pages work brilliantly for content that follows the same structure but has different details. Consider them for:
Product catalogues – Each product needs the same information (name, price, description, photos) but with different details
Team profiles – Every team member page shows name, role, bio, and photo in the same layout
Portfolio items – Projects display consistently with title, images, description, and client information
Blog posts – Articles follow the same template with different headlines, content, and featured images
Event listings – Each event shows date, location, description, and booking details in the same format
Common Dynamic Page Mistakes
Not planning your database structure first – Sketch out what information each page needs before you start building. Adding fields later means reconnecting your template.
Forgetting about mobile layouts – Check how your dynamic pages look on phones. Sometimes database content doesn't fit mobile screens the way you expect.
Ignoring SEO settings – Set up dynamic SEO titles and descriptions using database fields. This means each page gets unique, relevant SEO data automatically.
Making templates too rigid – Leave some flexibility in your design. Real content rarely fits perfectly into neat boxes.
FAQs
Can I use dynamic pages for different types of content?
Yes, you can create multiple collections and dynamic page templates. Each collection can have its own template design and structure.
What happens if I change my database fields?
You'll need to reconnect your template elements to the new fields. Wix will show you which connections are broken so you can fix them easily.
Can visitors filter or search dynamic pages?
Absolutely. You can add filter and search functionality to your collection pages so visitors can find specific dynamic pages quickly.
Do dynamic pages work with Wix SEO tools?
Yes, dynamic pages support SEO optimization. You can set up dynamic meta titles and descriptions using database fields, so each page gets unique SEO data.
Jargon Buster
Database Collection – A structured set of related content items stored in Wix's Content Manager, like a spreadsheet of products or team members
Dynamic Page Template – A page design that automatically displays different content from your database collection
Content Manager – Wix's tool for creating and managing database collections and their content
Collection Page – A page that lists all items from a database collection, usually with links to individual dynamic pages
Field Binding – Connecting elements in your template to specific fields in your database collection
Wrap-up
Dynamic pages transform how you manage repetitive content on Wix. Instead of creating and updating dozens of similar pages manually, you manage everything from your database and let Wix handle the page creation.
The setup takes a bit of planning, but once your template is connected to your database, adding new content becomes as simple as filling in a form. Your new database items automatically become live pages with consistent design and proper SEO.
Start with a simple collection to get comfortable with how dynamic pages work, then expand to more complex content types as you get the hang of it.
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