As ExpressionEngine specialists since version 1, we use it extensively at Tinderhouse for both bespoke web systems and mobile app backends. Here are our reasons why we often recommend ExpressionEngine as the backend for our apps and websites.
Customisability
ExpressionEngine provides a lot of flexibility to developers, allowing us to create custom templates, fields, and plugins. This makes it ideal for enterprise app development where off-the-shelf solutions cannot meet complex business requirements.
Security
ExpressionEngine has a robust security system with built-in safeguards to protect against common web vulnerabilities, such as SQL injection and cross-site scripting attacks.
At Tinderhouse, we've been ExpressionEngine specialists since version 1, delivering mission-critical systems for FTSE 100 companies and public sector organisations. We built My Lost Account, the UK's central banking portal used daily by every major UK bank including HSBC, Barclays, Lloyds, and NatWest. This high-stakes platform handles sensitive financial queries whilst maintaining rigorous security standards and uptime requirements. Our two decades of ExpressionEngine expertise means we understand not just the CMS, but how to architect systems that pass technical due diligence for enterprise and government clients. View the full case study: My Lost Account
Scalability
ExpressionEngine can handle large amounts of content and traffic, making it a good choice for sites that need to grow over time.
Content management
ExpressionEngine has a user-friendly interface for managing content, including a drag-and-drop file manager, a powerful search engine, and the ability to set up custom content workflows.
Community
ExpressionEngine has a dedicated community of developers who constantly create new plugins, themes, and add-ons to enhance the platform.
Multilingual capabilities
ExpressionEngine supports multiple languages, making it a good choice for websites with a global audience.
SEO-friendly
ExpressionEngine has built-in features that make it easier to optimise your website for search engines, such as customisable meta tags, friendly URLs, and sitemaps.
E-commerce capabilities
ExpressionEngine has a variety of plugins and add-ons that can be used to create powerful e-commerce applications, including integration with popular payment gateways.
Integrations
ExpressionEngine can be integrated with a wide variety of third-party applications and services, making it an excellent backend for mobile apps that require robust content delivery and management. This includes social media platforms, analytics tools, and marketing automation software.
User management
ExpressionEngine provides a powerful system for managing users and user groups, allowing you to set granular permissions for different types of users.
Responsive design
ExpressionEngine makes it easy to create websites that look great on all devices, thanks to its built-in support for responsive design.
Workflow management
ExpressionEngine has a built-in workflow system that allows you to define custom content workflows, including the ability to set up approval processes and notifications.
Version control
ExpressionEngine has a built-in version control system that allows you to track changes to your content and revert to previous versions if needed.
Overall we found ExpressionEngine to be an excellent choice as a CMS for websites and app backends and is generally our preferred CMS.
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