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    Benson Kimani
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    Why is my website loading slowly? https://tech-n-design.com/
    Is there something I can do to make it faster?

    #76156
    vako
    Keymaster
    WP Royal Team

    Hi Benson,

     

    At first, thank you for choosing our theme and service.

    Website performance can be affected by various factors. I checked your site, and here are common reasons your site might load slowly and actionable tips to make it faster while considering the Ashe theme you’re using:

    1. Large or Unoptimized Images

    – **Issue**: Unoptimized images can significantly increase load times.

    – **Fix**:

    – Use a plugin like **Smush** or **ShortPixel** to optimize images automatically.

    – Convert images to modern formats like **WebP** for smaller file sizes.

    2. Lack of Caching

    – **Issue**: If your site isn’t caching content, it forces the browser to reload every element for each visit.

    – **Fix**:

    – Install a caching plugin like **WP Rocket** (premium) or **W3 Total Cache** (free).

    – Enable options like **browser caching**, **file minification**, and **lazy loading** for images.

    3. Too Many Plugins

    – **Issue**: Excessive or poorly coded plugins can slow down your site.

    – **Fix**:

    – Audit your plugins under **Plugins > Installed Plugins**. Deactivate and delete any unnecessary plugins.

    – Replace heavy plugins with lighter alternatives (e.g., replace sliders with static images or banners).

    – Use multi-functional plugins like **Jetpack** or **Rank Math** instead of multiple single-task plugins.

    4. Hosting Performance

    – **Issue**: Shared hosting with limited resources can result in slow load times.

    – **Fix**:

    – Consider upgrading to a better hosting provider or plan. Look for managed WordPress hosting like **SiteGround**, **WP Engine**, or **Kinsta**.

    – If your host offers caching (e.g., LiteSpeed Cache for LiteSpeed servers), enable it.

    5. CSS and JavaScript Optimization

    – **Issue**: Unoptimized CSS and JS files can increase load times.

    – **Fix**:

    – Use **Autoptimize** to minify and combine CSS/JS files.

    – Use Ashe’s settings to disable unused features under **Appearance > Customize > Performance Settings** (if available in Pro).

    – Enable deferred loading for JavaScript files (this can be done via WP Rocket or Autoptimize).

    6. High Number of HTTP Requests

    – **Issue**: Too many elements (like fonts, styles, or scripts) are loaded on the page.

    – **Fix**:

    – Limit external requests by:

    – Reducing custom fonts (use system fonts like Arial, or limit Google Fonts to 1-2 families).

    – Disabling unnecessary widgets or third-party integrations.

    – Consolidating CSS/JS files.

    7. Unoptimized Ashe Theme Settings

    – **Issue**: Certain Ashe Pro features (like sliders, large featured images, or multiple widgets) can slow down the homepage.

    – **Fix**:

    – Disable unused features under **Appearance > Customize**.

    – Minimize the number of posts displayed on the homepage under **Settings > Reading**.

    – Use excerpts instead of full posts (also under **Customize**).

    8. Database Bloat

    – **Issue**: Over time, your database can become bloated with post revisions, transients, and spam comments.

    – **Fix**:

    – Use **WP-Optimize** or **Advanced Database Cleaner** to clean up your database.

    9. Enable Lazy Loading

    – **Issue**: Loading all images/videos upfront can slow down the site.

    – **Fix**:

    – Lazy load images and videos using **WP Rocket** or **Smush**.

    – Ensure lazy loading is enabled for Ashe Pro settings (if available)

    10. Use a CDN

    – **Issue**: Without a Content Delivery Network (CDN), your site’s assets are served only from your server.

    – **Fix**:

    – Use a CDN like **Cloudflare** (free) or **StackPath** to serve your content faster to global visitors.

    Testing Your Site Speed

    – Use tools like GTmetrix**, PageSpeed Insights**, or **Pingdom Tools** to identify specific issues.

    – Pay attention to **largest contentful paint (LCP)** and **time to first byte (TTFB)** for better insights.

    Suggested Action Plan:

    1. Optimize images with **Smush** or **ShortPixel**.

    2. Install a caching plugin like **WP Rocket**.

    3. Enable a CDN through **Cloudflare**.

    4. Review your plugins and deactivate unnecessary ones.

    5. Consider upgrading your hosting plan if the server response time is slow.

    Let me know if you need help with specific plugins or settings! 😊

    Kind Regards

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