Drupal CMS Release Candidate is Available
A first look at the most user-friendly version of Drupal yet! We invite the community to explore, test, and provide feedback to shape the final release.
Key features to explore
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Smart defaults
Pre-packaged configurations help you launch quickly without starting from scratch -
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Recipes
Ready-made solutions for common use cases, saving time and effort -
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Automatic updates
Stay secure with minimal effort, thanks to seamless updates -
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Enhanced user interface
Designed with marketers in mind, the sleek UI makes website management easier than ever
Watch the keynote
Dries Buytaert announced the release candidate at DrupalCon Singapore. Until that recording is available, you can watch the last Drupal CMS demo from DrupalCon Barcelona, showcasing AI site-building and migration, event management and more.
Try it out locally
The final release is scheduled for January 15, but this release candidate provides an early preview for more technical users to try out. While our online trial experience is being built, you can try out the release candidate locally. DDEV will automatically configure the site and open Drupal CMS in your default browser at the end.
- Install DDEV
- Download and unzip Drupal CMS
- In the unzipped directory, run './launch-drupal-cms.sh' at the command line
Quick start, seamless expansion
Get started quickly with pre-packaged best practices and effortlessly expand with additional features as your needs evolve.
Manage and build from your dashboard
Access a complete site overview and intuitive build tools from a single, streamlined dashboard.
Experience the future of website building
Drupal CMS will check all the checkboxes for data privacy, security, and accessibility compliance.
- Automatic security updates
- Data privacy protection to support GDPR, CCPA, cookie consent
- Built-in tools to make your website fully multilingual
- Industry-leading accessibility
Help us launch Drupal CMS in style
It is not too long before January 15, when Drupal CMS 1.0 is launched. Let's celebrate with the remarkable community that has made this possible. Be part of the excitement by organizing a Drupal CMS launch party in your local community! We are also hosting a live stream with interviews and demos!
Explore the future of Drupal CMS at DrupalCon Atlanta
DrupalCon Atlanta is coming up in March 2025, and provides a glimpse at Drupal CMS' future. Join there for the Driesnote live and sessions and discussion opportunities with key leaders of Drupal CMS, including its user experience, AI capabilities, recipe features, and so on.
