Free CMS Detector Tool
Wondering what a website is built on? Paste in any URL and find out in seconds whether it runs on WordPress, Shopify, Joomla, Wix, Squarespace, Magento, or another platform entirely — no sign-up, no cost, courtesy of ThemesPanda.
How to Use the Free CMS Detector Tool?
1. Enter the Website URL
Copy the address bar link of the site you want to check and paste it into the box above.
2. Click "Detect CMS"
Our scanner reads the site's HTML and code-level fingerprints to identify its platform.
3. See the Result
The detected CMS appears immediately — no account, download, or technical background required.
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Popular CMS Platforms & How They're Identified
Every content management system leaves a distinct trail in its HTML, script paths, and file structure. Here's a quick look at the platforms our tool recognizes and roughly what gives each one away.
| # | CMS Name | Common Tell-Tale Sign |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | WordPress | References to wp-content or wp-includes in page source. |
| 2 | Shopify | Assets served from a cdn.shopify.com domain. |
| 3 | Joomla | Meta generator tag reading "Joomla!" and /components/ paths. |
| 4 | Drupal | /sites/default/files/ paths and Drupal-specific JS settings objects. |
| 5 | Magento | /skin/frontend/ or Mage.Cookies references in source. |
| 6 | Wix | Scripts loaded from static.wixstatic.com. |
| 7 | Squarespace | Meta generator tag naming Squarespace and its version. |
| 8 | Moodle | /theme/ paths and Moodle-specific session cookies. |
| 9 | Weebly | Assets served from weeblycloud.com. |
| 10 | Ghost | Meta generator tag reading "Ghost" plus /ghost/ admin route. |
| 11 | BigCommerce | Storefront scripts referencing bigcommerce.com APIs. |
| 12 | PrestaShop | /modules/ paths and PrestaShop-specific cookie names. |
| 13 | HubSpot CMS | Tracking script from js.hs-scripts.com. |
| 14 | TYPO3 | /typo3conf/ or /typo3temp/ paths. |
| 15 | OpenCart | /catalog/view/theme/ path structure. |
| 16 | Blogger | Domain pattern blogspot.com or Blogger widget markup. |
| 17 | Adobe Experience Manager | /etc.clientlibs/ or /content/dam/ paths. |
| 18 | Bitrix24 | /bitrix/ path structure in resource URLs. |
| 19 | Contentful | API calls to cdn.contentful.com visible in network requests. |
| 20 | Duda | Assets served from irp.cdn-website.com. |
| 21 | Strapi | REST/GraphQL endpoints exposed at /api/ with Strapi response headers. |
| 22 | ZenCart | /includes/templates/ path structure. |
| 23 | Grav | /user/themes/ path and flat-file markdown routing patterns. |
| 24 | Craft CMS | /cpresources/ path and Craft-specific CSRF token names. |
Why Use the Free CMS Detector Tool?
Maybe you're sizing up a competitor's site, deciding which platform to build your next project on, or just curious how a site you admire was put together. Instead of digging through page source by hand, this tool reads the underlying signatures for you and tells you the platform in one step.
It does one job well: identify the CMS behind any URL, accurately and without guesswork.
Built for Accuracy, Not Just Speed
The scanner checks multiple independent signals — script paths, meta tags, cookie names, and directory structures — rather than relying on a single clue. That layered approach is what keeps results reliable across everything from small blogs to large e-commerce storefronts.
No Learning Curve
There's nothing to configure and nothing to install. Drop in a URL, hit the button, and read the result — built to work the same way whether you're a developer auditing a client's stack or someone who's simply curious.
Always Free, Always Open
Run one lookup or a hundred — there's no usage cap, no premium tier, and no account wall. It's part of ThemesPanda's broader library of free tools for anyone building or researching on the web.
Find Out What CMS Any Website Runs On, Instantly.
↑ Back to the ToolFrequently Asked Questions
What is the Free CMS Detector Tool?
The Free CMS Detector Tool identifies which content management system (CMS) a website is built on — for example WordPress, Shopify, Joomla, Wix, Squarespace, Magento, and others. It checks the platform only, not the specific theme or plugins installed.
How does the tool work?
Paste any website URL into the field above and click "Detect CMS." The tool scans the page's HTML, script paths, and other code-level signatures that are unique to each platform, then reports what it finds.
Is this tool free to use?
Yes. The Free CMS Detector Tool by ThemesPanda has no sign-up, no account, and no hidden fees — check as many sites as you like.
Does this tool also detect themes or plugins?
No, this specific tool only identifies the CMS platform. If the site is running WordPress, use our WordPress Theme & Plugin Detector for that next layer of detail.
Which CMS platforms can this tool detect?
It can identify a wide range of platforms, including WordPress, Shopify, Joomla, Drupal, Magento, Wix, Squarespace, Weebly, Ghost, BigCommerce, PrestaShop, and more.
Why would I want to know which CMS a website uses?
It's useful for competitor research, evaluating a platform before you commit to it for your own project, auditing client sites, or simply understanding how a site you like was built.
Are there any limitations to the tool?
Most sites are detected reliably. A small number of sites deliberately strip or mask their platform's usual signatures, which can make detection inconclusive.
Do I need technical knowledge to use the tool?
No. Just paste in the URL you want to check — there's nothing to configure and no account needed.
Can I use this tool on mobile devices?
Yes, it's fully responsive and works the same way on phones, tablets, and desktops.