Drupal is a Content Management System (CMS) that can be used to create websites and the content for websites. It is similar to another CMS you may have heard of, namely WordPress. However, one big difference between WordPress and Drupal is that the former is focused on making content for websites, whereas Drupal is seen more as a content hub that can be pushed out to websites, apps and other platforms or systems. 

What are the benefits of using Drupal?

Just some of the benefits of using Drupal to build a website are:

1. It is open-source which has enabled it to generate a big following of users and Drupal developers. The real benefit here is that there will be lots of specialists able to help build and improve a Drupal website
2. Drupal is exceptionally future-proof with developers consistently looking ahead to prevent potential issues
3. The flexibility of Drupal is impressive, with more than 36,000 community-created modules which also guarantees more uniqueness and scalability compared to some alternative CMS options
4. Drupal enables developers to create template websites with a high degree of personalisation, while also facilitating complete bespoke website creation
5. Website performance is supercharged with Drupal. An array of features enable website enhancements, such as code delivery frameworks, image optimisation and code enforcement

What kinds of websites can be built using Drupal?

Drupal can be used to create a wealth of different types of websites with varying purposes. With Drupal, your developer could create an eCommerce website, a blog, a wiki, a portfolio page or something else that’s a bit left-field. 

Why is this possible, you ask? Drupal was developed to be a starting point where tailored needs and preferences could branch off. This method of creating a CMS means a Drupal website is flexible enough to become anything you want it to be. 

How secure is Drupal?

It’s true that some CMS platforms have a reputation for being insecure but Drupal isn’t one of them. Drupal is notoriously secure compared to many of its competitors. This is thanks to a combination of its open-source nature and a massive community that continually examines the code behind it. Drupal even has an active security team and provides regular updates with timely reminders (for your developer to handle!). With Drupal, even spam and bots can be filtered effectively. 

Can you build a Drupal website yourself?

It’s not impossible to build a Drupal website yourself but we wouldn’t recommend it. Of course, we as website developers would say that wouldn’t we – but we have good reason. Unless you already have website design skills and are familiar with Drupal, it could take a lot of time to get up to speed with this CMS and create an exceptional website. It may be more time-effective to outsource to a Drupal website developer who is almost certainly going to provide a better end result.

WEBPRO Creative boasts in-house Drupal web designers who can create your next website. Discuss all your website options by booking a consultation with our friendly team now.