Our technology and development teams are always exploring and integrating modern technologies to build better digital experiences for our clients. One platform that’s rapidly becoming a favourite among our developers and clients alike is Payload CMS — a powerful, open-source headless CMS built on JavaScript, React, and Node.js. 


What is the Payload CMS?

Payload is a headless CMS, which means the content management backend is separated from the frontend, giving developers complete control over how and where content is displayed. Its modern stack (JavaScript, React, Node.js) makes it especially attractive for businesses that value performance, customisation, and scalability.

Whether you're building a marketing site, ecommerce platform, or custom digital application, Payload offers a solid foundation that’s both developer-friendly and business-ready. 

Why we work with Payload at Dapth


1. Block-Based Content Editing

Payload offers a flexible, block-based editor that allows content managers to create reusable content blocks. These can be mixed and matched to build engaging, dynamic layouts for any page. Even better? Developers can extend these blocks with React components to meet any specific need.

This means our clients can update and manage their own sites more confidently - no developer needed for every small change.

2. Granular Access Control

Security and control are top priorities in any CMS and Payload delivers. With function-based, document-level, and field-level access control, user permissions can be tightly managed. This makes it ideal for businesses with multiple user roles or teams working across different content areas.

As user roles evolve, Payload dynamically adjusts the admin interface, keeping everything secure and aligned with internal workflows.

3. Extensible APIs (REST + GraphQL)

Payload supports both REST and GraphQL APIs, which gives developers the flexibility to build custom solutions that integrate with third-party apps, CRMs, and systems. Whether you're pulling data into a mobile app or syncing content with an e-commerce platform, Payload’s API-first approach keeps things fast, scalable, and reliable.

4. Self-Hosted = Secure & Compliant

In today’s data-sensitive world, owning your own data is crucial. Payload is fully self-hosted, which means your business retains complete control over content and customer information. Built-in features like HTTP-only cookies, CSRF protection, and role-based access make it one of the most secure CMS options available.

The Dapth Difference: Payload CMS Development in Perth

As one of Perth’s few Payload specialists, we help businesses move beyond the limitations of traditional CMS platforms. Whether you're starting from scratch or migrating from WordPress, our team can set up, customise, and scale a Payload solution that’s tailored to your business needs.

From seamless UI design to complex integrations and custom app development, we make Payload work for you - not the other way around.


Ready to build with Payload?

If you're looking for a flexible, scalable CMS that empowers both developers and content editors - Payload CMS is the answer. And with Dapth as your partner, you’ll have a local team of experts to guide the process from planning to launch.

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