Browse through Pressable’s website performance articles and blog posts to learn how you keep your WordPress website running fast.
The WordPress codebase powers some of the largest websites on the internet, which includes sites with millions of pages, users, or visitors. WordPress is extremely scalable, but not all WordPress websites are designed for growth. […]
Many WordPress users are familiar with the basic techniques for website performance, but few realize the importance of image optimization. Even with a solid hosting setup, unoptimized images can be why your site isn’t performing […]
WooCommerce stores don’t run themselves and a slow e-commerce website can also seriously hurt your business. Missed sales opportunities, revenue loss, and a tarnished reputation are just some potential consequences. Customers expect fast online shopping […]
Speed matters, especially when it comes to retaining users’ attention online. Website visitors expect content to load in an instant, and as technology improves, the bar for “instant” gets higher and higher. Still, many websites […]
Google’s research shows that 53% of mobile users leave a page that takes longer than three seconds to load, highlighting the critical nature of optimal server response times. For WordPress site owners, server response time […]
Business success online hinges on a continuously available website. Unfortunately, any site can be vulnerable to downtime. Websites become unavailable for all sorts of reasons, from server overloads and software issues to physical damage to […]
If you work on WordPress websites, you’re probably tired of telling clients or team members to refresh their browsers to see the changes you just made. And the reality is, a browser refresh might not […]
So, you’ve got a website that’s starting to gain some serious traction – that’s great! Of course, this fun comes with a new set of challenges. Scalable web hosting has become essential for growth and […]
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s not enough for your business to simply have an online presence. You need to make sure your website is fast, and it is quick to respond to visitor interactions. One […]
Discover the comprehensive comparison between Nginx and Apache’s performance. Real-life use cases, optimization strategies & server selection guide included.
Having a web server that performs at its peak is essential for ensuring a smooth user experience. Server operation directly affects bounce rates, engagement levels, and conversions. These bring all sorts of benefits like enhanced […]
Feeling like your website isn’t as fast as it should be? Learn how to accurately measure network performance in our how-to guide.
Picture this: You’ve poured your heart, soul, and countless hours into building your website. But there’s a snag – you’ve noticed it taking its sweet time to load, or perhaps your users are sending you […]
Explore how PHP workers influence your WordPress site speed and user experience. Master how to optimize their usage for peak site performance.
In this article, we’ll show you to to run your own benchmarks against your WordPress site and introduce you to a few tools to help you along your journey.
Want a sneak peek of some of the performance-boosting features coming soon to WordPress? Download the Performance Lab plugin. The plugin is a set of modules designed to improve your site’s performance. The WordPress Performance […]
No one wants a website that seems like it’s loading via inflight Wi-Fi or dial-up internet. Avoid the curse of a slow site through WordPress optimization. To achieve peak performance, you must ensure your website […]
When you hit the gas to merge onto a freeway, you need to be able to trust your car’s engine is up to the challenge. Similarly, when managing WordPress for large-scale sites, you need to […]
Red lights. Checkout lines. The spinning wheel of death. No one likes to wait, which is why successful eCommerce businesses understand how to speed up WooCommerce. How quickly your site loads directly impacts your conversion […]
Your WordPress site’s performance can be directly tied to your user satisfaction, search engine rankings, and ultimately, your revenue. Yeah, it’s that important. Without proper optimization, your site will get slower over time. However, it […]
Think of your website like a building. The structure is your code and database, the land it is built on is your hosting provider or server, and its address is your domain name. In order […]