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Nextjs Starter Buttercms

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Updated: 31 Jul 2025
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Drop-in proof-of-concept Next.js app, fully integrated with your ButterCMS account

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Overview

The Next.js + ButterCMS Starter Project is a comprehensive solution that integrates Next.js with ButterCMS, allowing users to easily create dynamic websites with sample content. This starter project includes a custom theme with implemented search functionality and provides easy deployment options through Vercel and Heroku. With the click of a button, users can deploy their own copy of the starter project and connect it to their ButterCMS account for a seamless content workflow.

Features

  • Integration with dynamic sample content from ButterCMS, including main menu, pages, blog posts, categories, and tags.
  • Custom theme with already-implemented search functionality.
  • Easy deployment to Vercel or Heroku with the click of a button.

Installation

To install the Next.js + ButterCMS Starter Project, follow these steps:

  1. Clone the repository.
  2. Install the dependencies by running the appropriate command based on your current setup.
  3. Set your ButterCMS API token as an environment variable.
  4. Run the local development server to view the app in a browser.
  5. Congratulations! Your starter project is now live at http://localhost:3000.

Summary

The Next.js + ButterCMS Starter Project is a powerful tool for developers looking to quickly create dynamic websites with Next.js and ButterCMS. With its easy installation process and pre-built features, users can start building their websites with sample content and a custom theme in no time. The integration with ButterCMS allows for a seamless content workflow, while the deployment options provide flexibility and convenience. Overall, this starter project offers a comprehensive solution for developers looking to build with Next.js and ButterCMS.