Backend

TYPO3 has two parts: the backend and the frontend.

The backend is the administrative side of the CMS. It is only accessible to users who have been granted the correct access. The frontend is what the visitor sees when browsing the site.

Backend

The backend is where users create and publish content for their site. It is also where TYPO3 installations are configured. This includes setting domains and languages, adding backend users and managing third-party extensions.

Accessing The Backend

The backend is accessed via the url (insert your domain) example.org/typo3.

When a user logs into the backend they see the dashboard (by default).

Backend Modules

The backend contains modules that are grouped by task. Which modules a user sees depends on the access rights that have been given to them.

  • The Web group contains a set of modules for the creation and management of pages and content.
  • Site Management is for the setup of a site. Here it is possible to specify the site name, assign domains and select languages.
  • Filelist is for viewing and managing files including documents, images and videos.
  • Admin Tools are administrative modules for maintenance and performing upgrades. One module is the Extension manager for enabling/disabling third-party extensions.
  • System is where administrators control access to the backend, view error logs and provide information specific to the installation.