Yes, absolutely. Sitecore websites can run smoothly in China when properly implemented. However, if your business enters the Chinese market without localization considerations, you might face challenges in security compliance, data privacy, and SEO optimization. Digital success in China means understanding its unique laws, tech limits, digital ecosystem, and cultural differences.
Expanding into China is a major strategic move with huge potential for global growth. According to CNNIC's 56th Statistical Report on China's Internet Development, China had 1.123 billion internet users by June 2025.This massive market and its opportunities keep attracting global companies. Beyond setting up factories, giants are accelerating their local R&D and innovation efforts in China.
So, building a localized & compliant Chinese website is crucial. It ensures your brand resonates with local customers, builds loyalty, and ultimately drives sales. As a Sitecore Platinum Partner with over a decade of expertise in China, QEdge shares insights on overcoming Sitecore’s challenges and ensuring compliance.
What Key Challenges Does Sitecore Face in China?
Even though sites like Google remain largely inaccessible, QEdge provides solutions for every restricted service. Whether you have an existing global Sitecore website, want a China sub-site, or are starting fresh, we ensure your Sitecore website launches successfully in China.
Here are the key challenges that can hurt Sitecore's performance in China:
Security & Compliance: China’s digital space is subject to strict regulations. Failing to obtain legal registration, an ICP license, and comply with PIPL (Personal Information Protection Law) may result in slow loading, blocking, or severe marketing restrictions.
Performance Issues: Sitecore sites and apps can lag due to the Great Firewall. You need optimized CDNs within China and local service integration.
Social Media: Platforms like Facebook and LinkedIn are unavailable in China. Instead, focus on WeChat, Weibo, TikTok, and Xiaohongshu for customer engagement. You need to integrate with these to reach Chinese customers.
Local SEO: Google isn't accessible. Search is dominated by Baidu, Microsoft Bing in China, Sogou, and 360 Search. You need SEO specifically tailored for these platforms.
How to Make Your Sitecore Site Compliant & Successful in China
As a Sitecore Platinum Partner, QEdge provides customized solutions optimized for China's internet environment and regulations. We ensure your Sitecore website runs smoothly, avoids delays and legal issues, and reaches its full potential.
Here’s how we help ensure Sitecore runs well in China:
ICP License: Get this mandatory license to host your site legally in China. We help you navigate the process (using providers such as Alibaba Cloud / Tencent Cloud), ensuring your domain owner matches the filing subject.
Domain Management: Get a .cn domain if you're serious about China. CNNIC reports show .CN domains dominate (20.85 million out of 32.62 million total in 2025). This growth trend reflects China's policy emphasis on promoting domestic alternatives.
Tech Optimization: We adapt Sitecore for China's net environment: replace blocked resources, ensure compatibility with local infrastructure, and use China-optimized CDNs for fast loading.
Local Integrations: Swap out incompatible APIs for local alternatives. Integrate with WeChat, Alipay, and other local services for a user-friendly experience.
China SEO: Deep optimization for Baidu & others, including using Simplified Chinese metadata, targeting high-value keywords, creating Baidu sitemaps, and so on.
Choose a China-focused Sitecore Partner
QEdge is your trusted partner in overcoming these challenges, providing seamless and efficient solutions tailored to the complexities of the China market. With its globally robust and China-ready features, Sitecore is the ideal platform for establishing a strong international presence.
Leveraging QEdge's proven experience, you can unlock Sitecore's full potential and confidently navigate the China market. Our deep Sitecore customizations meet Chinese users' specific needs and habits. Leveraging Sitecore's powerful personalization, we help you handle complex regulations and deliver highly relevant content and experiences. This fuels steady global growth.
China's digital landscape is evolving at high speed, and your Sitecore strategy might need to adapt. Ready to explore the China Market ? Contact QEdge.
