WYSIWYG Web Builder 21.2.1

WYSIWYG Web Builder 21 — Editorial Overview

WYSIWYG Web Builder is a Windows desktop web design application that provides a visual, drag-and-drop environment for creating static and optionally dynamic websites without coding. Version 21 introduces more than 125 new features and improvements, including AI-driven site generation, enhanced responsive controls, new media and visual effects, and expanded workflow tools aimed at both beginners and experienced designers.

Key capabilities

• Visual design with modern layout support: Combines absolute and flexible page layouts with support for layout grids, CSS Grid, Flexbox and fixed layouts. Breakpoint tools and a preview system assist with desktop, tablet and mobile layouts.
• AI-assisted site generation: Text-to-Website and Image-to-Website features build a structured site from a textual description or a reference image, automating layout and content placement.
• Responsive controls and Easy Breakpoints: Easy Breakpoints enable element-level responsiveness to adjust visibility, font size, spacing and alignment without creating full-page breakpoints, simplifying mobile-friendly adjustments.
• Rich media, galleries and animations: Supports Web Fonts, image filters, galleries, carousels, lightbox options (including a CSS-only lightbox), MP4 and popular video embeds, alongside 150+ pre-made CSS animations and new Lightbox Gallery functionality.
• Advanced visual effects: Adds blending modes (mix-blend-mode), mesh gradients, glassmorphism controls, filter/backdrop-filter properties and other styling options for contemporary design treatments.
• Forms and interaction: New form elements such as Input Group and Select Multi, Bootstrap Tooltip validation, visibility-triggered events and viewport-aware actions for animations and media control.
• Extensions and pre-made blocks: Hundreds of extensions and more than 250 pre-made blocks are available for slideshows, nav, audio/video, data viewers and ecommerce. Version 21 expands block libraries and example templates for faster starts.
• Ecommerce integrations: Integrated support for third-party ecommerce services including PayPal, Ecwid, Stripe, Snipcart, Paddle, Gumroad, WebMoney and Vibracart Pro, plus shopping cart and checkout scripting via extensions.
• Publishing and hosting: Built-in publishing supports FTP, FTPS and SFTP so websites can be uploaded directly from the desktop application without external tools.
• Optional CMS and user management: Includes a PHP-based content management option, editable content areas and multi-user login tools for password-protected pages and online content administration.
• Image optimization and asset tools: New Image Converter wizard to convert, compress, resize and change image formats (JPG, PNG, WebP), with preview and automatic project updates to optimize site assets.

Usability and workflow enhancements

• Streamlined UI and workflow: Mouse panning, persistent margin/padding panels, per-project extension management and direct language installation improve efficiency in everyday use.
• Layer and navigation improvements: Enhanced Layer Menu supports responsive, mobile-friendly mega menus with floating/flexible content and breakpoint options like Accordion or Overlay for mobile behavior.
• Performance and compatibility updates: Upgrades include support for newer libraries and formats such as FontAwesome 7 and jQuery 4, plus integration points for tools like LM Studio.

Target users and practical applications

• Small businesses, freelancers and agencies that need to produce fast-loading, search-engine-friendly websites with optional dynamic features and offline control of files.
• Designers who prefer visual layout control along with modern CSS capabilities such as Flexbox and Grid, plus access to advanced styling and animation effects.
• Beginners and non-technical users who benefit from pre-made blocks, Easy Breakpoints and AI-assisted site generation, while developers can extend functionality via extensions and the built-in CMS.

Licensing, downloads and trial

• Desktop application for Windows: Installable 32-bit and 64-bit versions are available. Version 21 is distributed from the developer site.
• Free trial: A fully functional 30-day demo can be downloaded for evaluation, allowing design and publish testing before purchasing.
• Upgrade options: Promotional upgrade discounts have been offered for users of older versions; details and upgrade procedures are published on the developer site.
• Extras: Language modules, add-ons, examples and legacy versions are available for download from the product website. Mac and Linux users are directed to a different product from the same developer.