Slow loading times can affect user experience and SEO. Here are common causes and solutions.

Performance Checklist

  1. Enable caching — Use a caching plugin or configure server-side caching.
  2. Optimise images — Compress images and use modern formats like WebP.
  3. Minimise resources — Combine and minify CSS and JavaScript files.
  4. Use a CDN — Distribute content through a Content Delivery Network.
  5. Check plugins/themes — Deactivate plugins one at a time to identify bottlenecks.
Tip: Pro Tip: Use tools like Google PageSpeed Insights or GTmetrix to identify specific performance issues.