Cascade CMS is a centrally hosted product, meaning that you do not have to install software on your local machine or set up servers. Access Cascade CMS by going to https://sites.wcms.iu.edu. You will be prompted to login with IU Login if you are not already authenticated. Alternatively, you can go to https://wcms.iu.edu and click the Login link. Accessing Cascade CMS requires users to be on an IU network or connected to the IU VPN. You can also use IU AnyWare to access Cascade CMS. Learn more about IU AnyWare.

You can request access to Cascade CMS by asking the Site Manager of an existing site to give you access using the WCMS Manager Tools or by requesting a new site for use in Cascade CMS. More information about requesting a site will be presented later in this course.

Image of the Cascade CMS primary menu and dashboard

You will be presented with the Dashboard and primary Menu when logging in to Cascade CMS. This is the launching point for viewing relevant site information and accessing your content. We will learn more about the Dashboard in the next module.

What happens if I can’t log in to Cascade CMS?

If you are unable to access Cascade CMS, your user account may not be added or it is disabled . Usernames are added by Site Managers using the WCMS Manager Tools. Your username is also added when requesting a new site. Contact your Site Manager to request your user be added to Cascade CMS. Contact Web Services Support at sct2@iu.edu if you believe your user should already be added to the system.