dotCMS, a global leader in content management solutions, is making a bold move into Pakistan, setting the stage for rapid growth across the region. Already trusted by renowned global brands like Caliber, World Travel Holdings, Royal Bank of Canada, and White Castle, dotCMS is now positioning Pakistan as its leading strategic tech hub for Asia.
Empowering Businesses & Developers with Free Access to dotCMS
dotCMS is going back to its open-source roots by offering free access under its Business Source License (BSL) for companies with less than $5 million in ‘total financing’ - inviting developers, agencies, and businesses to build their application on a platform with far more functionality and security than WordPress for example.
Why Pakistan? Why Now?
Pakistan’s economy is booming, with the digital sector leading the charge. IT exports surpassed $2.18 billion last year, and analysts project the sector will grow 10-15%, potentially reaching $3.5-$3.7 billion by the end of 2025.
With one of the youngest, most tech-savvy workforces in the world, Pakistan is emerging as a regional leader in digital experience. Here’s what’s fueling the country’s rapid rise:
64% of Pakistan’s population is under 30, making it one of the youngest tech workforces globally.
The country boasts 300,000+ IT professionals and 20,000+ new software graduates annually, fueling innovation.
Pakistan’s startup ecosystem ranks #2 in South Asia, with over 16,000 startups and $4 billion + funding raised.
As businesses in media, finance, e-commerce, and government rush to modernize, many remain hindered by outdated systems. With scalable, secure, and flexible content solutions, dotCMS is primed to support their growth and drive expansion into wider Asian markets.
While over 90% of dotCMS’ customers are in North America and Western Europe, the company’s presence extends beyond, with large enterprises in Australia, Japan, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, and Hong Kong already building and hosting their web applications on dotCMS. Pakistan’s growing digital ecosystem makes it the ideal strategic hub for dotCMS as it looks to expand its footprint across Asia.
Zain Ishaq, CEO of dotCMS: “Pakistan is Ready to Lead”
Pakistan has some of the most talented developers and entrepreneurs I’ve seen and a booming digital ecosystem. As a Pakistani leading a global tech company, bringing dotCMS home isn’t just a business move - it’s a commitment to empowering our local tech community to build, scale, and redefine digital experiences. We also see Asia as a whole as a growth market for decades to come, so it only makes sense to build a base in Pakistan to cover the entire region from Pakistan.
– Zain Ishaq, CEO of dotCMS
What Makes dotCMS Stand Out?
Flexibility: A hybrid headless CMS that adapts to any digital experience.
Scalability: Multi-brand, multi-site support for high-traffic businesses.
Security: Enterprise-grade security without the need for risky third-party plugins.
Freedom from Lock-in: Unlike proprietary SaaS CMS, you own and control your infrastructure.
Forget the limitations of WordPress, Adobe, and Drupal - dotCMS brings a hybrid headless CMS that is API-driven, scalable, and built for omnichannel content delivery. Pakistani enterprises can now manage multi-site platforms, mobile apps, and digital storefronts with unmatched flexibility.
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