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Performance Tuning

Optimize your WordPress site for blazing fast performance. Our platform includes built-in caching and CDN.

1Built-in Optimization

Every Berican Labs WordPress site includes:

  • Redis Object Cache: Database queries cached in memory
  • Global CDN: Static assets served from 300+ edge locations
  • Gzip/Brotli: Automatic compression enabled
  • PHP OPcache: Pre-compiled PHP for faster execution
  • HTTP/2: Multiplexed connections for faster loading

No caching plugin needed - it's all built in!

2Image Optimization

Optimize images for faster loading:

  • Use WebP format when possible
  • Resize images to actual display size
  • Use lazy loading for below-the-fold images
  • Consider a plugin like ShortPixel or Imagify
// Add to functions.php for lazy loading
add_filter('wp_lazy_loading_enabled', '__return_true');

3Database Optimization

Keep your database lean:

# Clean up via WP-CLI
wp transient delete --expired
wp post delete $(wp post list --post_type=revision --format=ids)
wp db optimize

Consider limiting post revisions in wp-config.php:

define('WP_POST_REVISIONS', 5);

4Plugin Best Practices

Plugins can significantly impact performance:

  • Use fewer plugins: Each plugin adds overhead
  • Choose quality: Well-coded plugins matter
  • Regular updates: Keep plugins current
  • Remove unused: Delete inactive plugins

Avoid: Heavy page builders, social sharing plugins with many features, and all-in-one "suite" plugins when you only need one feature.

5Monitoring Performance

Track your site's performance:

Goal: Sub-1-second load times in Kenya with our optimized infrastructure!