Webflow

Webflow Security Best Practices

Secure your Webflow website with these essential practices. From form security to custom code safety.

Verify your app follows these best practices automatically.

Webflow handles hosting security, but you're responsible for application-level security. These practices help you build secure websites on Webflow.

Quick Wins

Enable reCAPTCHA on all forms
Review custom code for exposed API keys
Verify SSL is working
Audit third-party embed scripts
Check form submission logs for spam

Security Best Practices

#1Protect Form Submissions

high

Forms can be targeted by bots and spammers. Enable reCAPTCHA and use Webflow's spam filtering.

Implementation

Enable reCAPTCHA in Form Settings and configure spam protection

#2Secure Custom Code

high

Custom HTML/CSS/JS can introduce vulnerabilities. Review all custom code for security issues.

Implementation

Audit embed code for XSS vulnerabilities and external script security

#3Protect API Keys in Custom Code

critical

Never expose API keys in client-side custom code. Use server-side solutions for sensitive APIs.

Implementation

Use serverless functions or proxy services for API calls requiring keys

#4Enable SSL

high

Ensure HTTPS is enabled and enforced for your domain.

Implementation

SSL is automatic for Webflow-hosted sites, verify custom domains have SSL

#5Use Secure Third-Party Integrations

medium

Review the security of any third-party tools, widgets, or scripts you embed.

Implementation

Audit embedded scripts, prefer official integrations

#6Implement Content Security Policy

medium

Add CSP headers to protect against XSS and data injection attacks.

Implementation

Configure headers in Webflow project settings or via CDN

Common Mistakes to Avoid

API keys in custom code

Why it's dangerous:

Client-side code is visible to all visitors

How to fix:

Use serverless functions or proxy services for API calls

Unsecured forms

Why it's dangerous:

Forms without protection are targeted by bots

How to fix:

Enable reCAPTCHA and spam filtering

Untrusted embed scripts

Why it's dangerous:

Third-party scripts can access your page content

How to fix:

Only embed scripts from trusted sources, review what they do

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Webflow secure?

Webflow handles hosting security (SSL, DDoS protection, etc.). You're responsible for application-level security like forms, custom code, and third-party integrations.

How do I hide API keys in Webflow?

You can't hide secrets in Webflow's client-side code. Use Webflow's integrations, Zapier, or a serverless function to make API calls that require secret keys.

Are Webflow forms secure?

Webflow forms use HTTPS and have spam filtering, but you should enable reCAPTCHA for additional protection against bots.

Last updated: January 2026