Performance baseline
Before and after measurements of response time and Core Web Vitals, so the improvement is shown, not claimed.
Overview
Speed problems that start before the page loads
A slow site is often slow before the browser receives a single byte. A long wait for the first response, known as time to first byte, comes from the server: no caching, a heavy database query, an outdated PHP version or a CDN that isn't configured.
Tools & platforms we use
- Cloudflare
- Redis
- Nginx FastCGI cache
- PageSpeed Insights
- WebPageTest
- New Relic
What's included
Measured, then fixed at the source
Server-side caching
Page and object caching set up for your stack, with sensible rules for logged-in users and carts.
Database tuning
Slow queries found and fixed, with indexes and cleanup where they help.
CDN setup
A CDN configured in front of your site so visitors far from the server still get fast responses.
Questions
Common questions about speed optimisation
How much faster will my site get?
It depends on where the time is going. We measure first and tell you what's realistic, rather than promising a number before we've looked.
Will caching break my store or logged-in pages?
Not if it's configured properly. Carts, checkouts and logged-in areas are excluded from page caching, and we test those flows before finishing.
Do I need a new server to be faster?
Sometimes, but often the existing server is fine and the configuration is the problem. We'll say which it is before recommending a bigger plan.
Does this help SEO?
Speed is part of how search engines judge page experience, and Core Web Vitals are a measurable piece of it. A faster site also tends to convert better, which matters regardless of rankings.
Quick question?
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