Forestry.io Shut Down
Forestry.io shut down on March 27, 2023. If you're looking for a replacement, md0 CMS offers the same Git-native approach with a modern interface.
FORESTRY IS
GONE.
md0 CMS IS HERE.
The Git-based CMS that Forestry users are switching to. Migrate in 10 minutes.
md0 CMS vs Forestry
| Feature | md0 CMS | Forestry (Defunct) |
|---|---|---|
| Status | ACTIVE | SHUT DOWN |
| GitHub Integration | ✓ Direct OAuth | ✓ Had it |
| Visual Editor | ✓ Modern (Lexical) | ✓ Had it |
| Collection Management | ✓ Path patterns | ✓ Had it |
| Schema Builder | ✓ Yes | ✓ Had it |
| Setup Time | 2 minutes | 5-10 minutes |
| Pricing (Public Repos) | FREE | Was paid |
| Active Development | ✓ Yes | ✗ Defunct |
Why Forestry Users Switched
"md0 CMS filled the Forestry void perfectly. Same Git-based approach, better editor."
— Sarah K., Developer
"Migration took 10 minutes. Recreated our collections, mapped fields, done."
— Mike T., Tech Lead
"Even better than Forestry in some ways. Simpler onboarding, faster editor, free tier."
— Alex P., Content Manager
Migrate in 10 Minutes
Export Forestry Config (Optional)
If you saved your Forestry config files, reference them. Otherwise, just remember your collection names and paths.
Select Your Repository
Choose the same repository you used with Forestry. Select your default branch (usually main or master).
Recreate Collections
Create collections matching your Forestry setup. For example:
Define Schemas
Map your Forestry frontmatter fields to md0 CMS schemas:
Test with Sample Content
Open an existing post in md0 CMS. Verify the frontmatter fields look correct. Edit and save to test the sync.
Done! Train Your Team
Migration complete. The interface is similar to Forestry, so your team will feel at home immediately.
READY TO
MIGRATE?
Free for public repositories. Migrate in 10 minutes. Same Git-based approach you loved.
START MIGRATION