Description
Make your CMS smarter with DAM
With the Kontainer integration, your web editors and marketing teams can work with the latest, approved assets directly in Umbraco.
No more manual downloads and uploads – editors select assets directly from your Kontainer library via a media picker in the Umbraco backoffice, complete with metadata such as description and alt text.
Benefits
Benefits of the integration
✔ Select images and files directly from Kontainer in Umbraco
✔ Browse your entire DAM library without leaving the CMS
✔ Select single or multiple assets, with configurable minimum/maximum limits
✔ Avoid unnecessary downloads or local copies
✔ Centralized management of rights and access via Kontainer
✔ Metadata (description, alt text, and more) is carried over automatically when assets are selected
Features
Features from the integration between Umbraco and Kontainer
✔ NuGet-based plugin (Kontainer.Umbraco) for Umbraco 13 (LTS) and Umbraco 17+
✔ “Kontainer Media Picker” added as a property editor on your own Data Types
✔ Select one or multiple assets, with configurable minimum/maximum limits
✔ Reorder selected assets when multiple selection is enabled
✔ Asset metadata (URL, file type, extension, description, alt text, thumbnail) available in your templates
✔ Optional, token-secured file usage API for admins, showing where assets are used across published content
Why?
Why is an Umbraco + DAM integration important?
Without integration, managing images and files in the CMS often becomes fragmented and time-consuming. With Kontainer + Umbraco, your editors have a direct link to the DAM, so they always select from the current, approved library. This results in faster publishing, fewer errors, and a more consistent brand identity.
Use Cases
Typical Use Cases
- Marketing teams insert campaign images directly in Umbraco
- Editors build pages with DAM assets without leaving the CMS
- Admins configure how many assets can be selected per field
- Everyone works from the same source, minimizing errors and duplicate files
Support
Links and Support
If you have questions about the Umbraco plugin, feel free to contact our support at support@kontainer.com.
See the full installation guide in our Helpdesk here.
*There may be costs associated with the integration. Contact us for more information and a non-binding, tailored offer.
FAQ
How does the integration work?
The Kontainer plugin adds a media picker (property editor) to the Umbraco backoffice. Editors can then select one or more assets directly from your Kontainer library, without manually downloading or uploading files.
What do I need to get started?
You’ll need a Premium+ plan (or purchased add-on), the NuGet package Kontainer.Umbraco installed in your Umbraco project (Umbraco 13 LTS or Umbraco 17+), and a Data Type set up with “Kontainer Media Picker” as the property editor.
Can I search Kontainer from within Umbraco?
Yes. The media picker lets you browse and select assets directly from your Kontainer library without leaving Umbraco.
How does the integration ensure I’m using the latest files?
When an asset is selected, the current version is pulled from Kontainer at that moment. If the asset is later updated in Kontainer, the saved version in Umbraco does not update automatically — you’ll need to re-select the asset in Umbraco to pick up the latest version.
How are access rights managed?
Access to assets in Umbraco follows the permissions set up in Kontainer. Users can only see and select the assets they are authorized to use.