WordPress Website Optimization
ℹ️ Important: This article applies to our Web, WordPress and Reseller Hosting packages.
There are several ways to optimize your WordPress website for faster loading and better handling of simultaneous visitors. Below are a number of easy-to-implement tips:
Use a recent PHP version:
PHP 7 is much faster than PHP 5, and PHP 8 is even faster than PHP 7. Always use the second most recent PHP version.
More info: Changing PHP version (Web- and Reseller Hosting) or Changing PHP version (WordPress Hosting).
Optimize your PHP settings:
Recommended settings:
max_input_vars: 5000
memory_limit: 512M
post_max_size: 128M
upload_max_filesize: 128M
Also ensure the redis and opcache extensions are enabled.
Use (server-side) caching:
Install LiteSpeed Cache if supported, otherwise use W3 Total Cache.
Limit the number of plugins:
Ideally, use no more than 25 plugins. Remove unused plugins and select well-maintained ones.
Optimize your database:
Clean up old data and regularly optimize the database.
More info: Database optimization (Web- and Reseller Hosting).
Keep WordPress, themes, and plugins updated:
Regular updates not only enhance security but also improve performance.
Check log files for errors:
Errors can significantly slow down your site. Check and resolve them.
More info: Viewing log files (Web- and Reseller Hosting) or Viewing log files (WordPress Hosting).
Disable WP_CRON:
Configure WP_CRON as a real cronjob to reduce server load.
More info: Disabling WP_CRON for better performance.
Choose a lightweight and well-maintained theme:
Paid themes (e.g., via ThemeForest) often offer better support and performance.
📌 Important:
If you have a WordPress Hosting package with us, many optimizations are already applied by default.
If you need help optimizing your website, feel free to contact us.
Optimizing your WordPress website
There are several ways to optimize your WordPress website for faster loading and better handling of simultaneous visitors. Below are a number of easy-to-implement tips:
Use a recent PHP version:
PHP 7 is much faster than PHP 5, and PHP 8 is even faster than PHP 7. Always use the second most recent PHP version.
More info: Changing PHP version (Web- and Reseller Hosting) or Changing PHP version (WordPress Hosting).
Optimize your PHP settings:
Recommended settings:
max_input_vars: 5000
memory_limit: 512M
post_max_size: 128M
upload_max_filesize: 128M
Also ensure the redis and opcache extensions are enabled.
Use (server-side) caching:
Install LiteSpeed Cache if supported, otherwise use W3 Total Cache.
Limit the number of plugins:
Ideally, use no more than 25 plugins. Remove unused plugins and select well-maintained ones.
Optimize your database:
Clean up old data and regularly optimize the database.
More info: Database optimization (Web- and Reseller Hosting).
Keep WordPress, themes, and plugins updated:
Regular updates not only enhance security but also improve performance.
Check log files for errors:
Errors can significantly slow down your site. Check and resolve them.
More info: Viewing log files (Web- and Reseller Hosting) or Viewing log files (WordPress Hosting).
Disable WP_CRON:
Configure WP_CRON as a real cronjob to reduce server load.
More info: Disabling WP_CRON for better performance.
Choose a lightweight and well-maintained theme:
Paid themes (e.g., via ThemeForest) often offer better support and performance.
📌 Important:
If you have a WordPress Hosting package with us, many optimizations are already applied by default.
If you need help optimizing your website, feel free to contact us.
Updated on: 18/05/2025
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