Loved by store owners in 158+ countries
WordPress speed optimization that passes Core Web Vitals
Is a slow WordPress site costing you rankings and sales? We fix the real cause, tune your Core Web Vitals, and get your pages loading fast on mobile.
Rated 4.9/5 across Trustpilot, Google and Envato
- Core Web Vitals passing
- Your design stays the same
- Fixed quote before we start
What we do
WordPress speed optimization services cover everything that makes your site load fast for real visitors. We improve your page speed by tuning caching, a CDN, images, code, the database, hosting and your Core Web Vitals.
At DevDiggers, the same developers who build our 26 plugins do the tuning. We fix what is actually slow instead of stacking another cache plugin on top of the problem.
- Before-and-after numbers
- Fixed quote before we start
26Plugins shipped
500+Five-star reviews
158+Countries served
90+Target mobile score
The stack we tune
Why WordPress speed optimization is worth it
A slow site quietly costs you rankings, visitors and sales every day. Here is what faster pages give you back.
What our WordPress speed optimization services cover
We work through every layer that slows a WordPress site down. Need broader help too? See our WordPress development services.
Caching
Page caching and a global CDN
The biggest single win for most sites. We set up page cache, object cache and a CDN. Repeat visits and far-away visitors load a ready-made page from a nearby server instead of building it fresh from the database.
- Page and object cache tuned for your site
- CDN so far-away visitors load from a nearby server
- Redis or Memcached where it helps
- Lower TTFB on every request
Images
Image optimization and lazy loading
Images are usually the heaviest part of a slow page. We convert them to WebP or AVIF, serve the right size for each screen, and lazy-load anything below the fold to protect your LCP.
- WebP and AVIF conversion
- Correct sizes with srcset
- Lazy loading below the fold
- A real, preloaded LCP image
Code
CSS and JavaScript optimization
We minify your CSS and JavaScript, remove render-blocking files, and defer or delay the scripts that hold up the first paint. That is what drops INP and gets your page interactive sooner.
- Minify and combine where it helps
- Remove render-blocking CSS and JS
- Defer and delay heavy scripts
- Strip unused CSS and JavaScript
Database
Database cleanup and tuning
Old revisions, expired transients and orphaned rows make every query slower. We clean the database, add indexes where they help, and keep autoloaded data small so admin and checkout stay fast.
- Clear revisions, transients and spam
- Trim bloated autoloaded options
- Add indexes for slow queries
- Schedule cleanup so it stays lean
Core Web Vitals
Core Web Vitals tuning
We tune the exact metrics Google measures. That means LCP under 2.5 seconds, INP under 200 milliseconds and CLS under 0.1. We check against your real field data, not just a one-off lab test.
- LCP, INP and CLS all in the green
- Fixed against real field data
- Checked in PageSpeed Insights and GTmetrix
- Layout shift removed for a stable page
Hosting
Hosting and server tuning
Sometimes the fastest win is the server. We set the right PHP version, turn on OPcache and tune server-level cache. If your host is the real limit, we tell you honestly and help you move.
- Latest PHP with OPcache on
- Server-level and full-page cache
- TTFB brought under control
- Honest hosting advice, no sales pitch
The three metrics we tune your site to pass
Google scores every page on three Core Web Vitals. Here is what each one means and the target your site needs to hit.
Largest Contentful Paint
When your main content appears. We fix it with a real hero image, caching and a faster server response.
Target: under 2.5sInteraction to Next Paint
How fast the page reacts to a tap or click. We cut heavy JavaScript so it responds right away.
Target: under 200msCumulative Layout Shift
Content jumping as the page loads. We reserve space for images, ads and fonts so nothing moves.
Target: under 0.1What slows a WordPress site down
Most slow sites share the same handful of causes. Our audit finds which of these are hurting yours, then we fix them in order of impact.
Unoptimized imagesFull-size JPGs and PNGs that were never compressed or converted to WebP.
No caching set upEvery visit rebuilds the page from the database instead of serving a cached copy.
Render-blocking codeCSS and JavaScript that load before the page can paint anything on screen.
Too many pluginsPlugins that each add scripts and queries, or overlap doing the same job.
Slow hosting and high TTFBA cheap or overloaded server that takes too long to send the first byte.
No CDNDistant visitors pull every file from one origin server, adding round-trip delay.
A bloated databaseOld revisions, expired transients and autoloaded data that slow every query.
A heavy page builderDrag-and-drop builders that add layers of markup and scripts to every page.
What a typical speed optimization changes
Real numbers vary by site and starting point. These are the ranges we usually move a slow WordPress site through.
| Metric | Before | After |
|---|---|---|
| PageSpeed score (desktop) | 40 to 70 | 95 to 100 |
| PageSpeed score (mobile) | 20 to 50 | 80 to 100 |
| Largest Contentful Paint | 4 to 8s | Under 2.5s |
| Interaction to Next Paint | 300 ms plus | Under 200 ms |
| Cumulative Layout Shift | 0.25 plus | Under 0.1 |
| Time to First Byte | 800 ms plus | Under 300 ms |
| Core Web Vitals | Failing | Passing |
Mobile scores are graded on a throttled connection and a slower device, so they read lower than desktop by design. We tune for both, and a 100 on desktop with strong mobile numbers is a realistic target for most sites.
Real sites, real before and after
A marketplace and an online store we moved from slow to fast. Their numbers, in their words.
- Load time 4.8s 1.9s 60% faster
- Largest Contentful Paint 5.2s 1.3s
- Conversions +25% in 90 days
DevDiggers speed optimization completely transformed our mobile sales, tripling them overnight.
- Load time 4.5s 1.7s 62% faster
- Bounce rate 68% 29%
- Revenue +34% year on year
Now our site loads faster than the competition, and our conversion rate climbed with it.
Our own performance
We optimize our own site every day
A perfect 100 on desktop and passing Core Web Vitals, with no design or features stripped out. Do not take our word for it, test us live.
Who we speed up
Slow pages cost every kind of site. These are the ones we speed up most.
Online stores
Every second of delay costs a WooCommerce store sales at the checkout.
High-traffic and enterprise
Large sites where slow pages hit rankings and server costs at scale.
Publishers and blogs
Content sites where speed protects search rankings and ad revenue.
Marketplaces
Multi-vendor stores with heavy pages that need to stay fast under load.
Agencies and freelancers
Send us a slow client site and we get it passing Core Web Vitals, with no delays.
Growing startups
Teams that need a quick, measurable speed win before a launch or campaign.
What WordPress speed optimization costs
Most services hide pricing until a call. Here are honest ranges so you can budget first. Your final quote depends on your site, and we agree it in writing before any work starts.
Speed audit
A full report on what is slowing your site and the exact fixes it needs. Credited toward the work if you go ahead.
One-time optimization
A full speed pass on your live site. The price tracks your platform, page count and how far behind the site starts.
Store or large site
A WooCommerce store or a big site with many templates, third-party scripts and heavy plugins that need sorting out.
Care and speed plan
We keep your site fast as it grows, with monitoring, updates and priority fixes when a metric starts to slip.
These are rough estimates, not a menu. A small blog costs less than a store with heavy plugins and a checkout to protect. Send us your URL and we quote the real number.
A clear path from slow to fast
The same six stages on every project, so you always know what happens next.
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Audit
We measure your site with real field data and lab tools, then find exactly what is slowing each page down.
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Plan
You get a clear list of fixes, ranked by impact, with the result each one should bring and a fixed price.
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Optimize
We apply the fixes on a staging copy first, so your live site never breaks while we work on it.
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Test
We re-test on desktop and mobile and confirm your Core Web Vitals pass, not just a single lab score.
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Report
You see before-and-after numbers in plain language, so you know exactly what changed and why it matters.
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Monitor
On a care plan we keep watching your speed and step in before new plugins or content slow it back down.
A speed team that builds its own products
Most speed services run a few plugins and hand you a lab score. We fix causes and prove it with field data. More on who we are.
We build and run fast sites
We ship 26 plugins and run our own store on WordPress. We tune speed on real sites every week, not as a side service.
We fix the cause, not the score
A plugin can inflate one lab number. We fix what is actually slow, so your field data passes for real visitors.
Your design stays the same
Speed work happens in the background. Your site looks and works exactly as it did, only it loads faster.
Talk to the developer
You work with the person doing the tuning, not an account manager in the middle.
Support that replies in hours
The support our plugin buyers praise is the same team behind your speed work. Real answers, not a ticket queue.
Fair, scoped pricing
You get a clear quote for a clear scope before work starts. No surprise invoices when the project ends.
What clients say about working with us
Rated 4.9/5 across Trustpilot, Google and Envato by real customers.
I needed a customisation in one of the plugins I purchased and they did an excellent job. Very fast to reply for support.
For a Progressive Web App with no slowdown to your website, this is fully recommended. The author is always online and helpful.
They understood my request perfectly and it was solved immediately. Professional follow-up at all times.
Very quick and quality support. DevDiggers has done a lot of custom development for us, which added real efficiency to our business.
They were awesome helping a newbie. I appreciate the patience and the timely responses, and I prefer a one-time purchase.
Very reliable and trustworthy. The after-sales support is top-notch. I recommend them to everyone.
They are the best at customizations and developing my website. They can create anything you have in your mind, and their support is the best.
Very fast response time and great communication. Every question was answered with high precision. Highly recommended.
Very fast communication from support. Also very helpful. I recommend.
Great plugin, great interface. Good quality code and an awesome, super fast support team.
I have used their plugins for several months. I am impressed with the quality of their products and the level of support they provide.
Amazing support from the team. Fast to respond and genuinely helpful. Thank you so much.
Recognized on the Envato marketplace
Elite Author
Sold more than $125,000 on Envato Market.
Featured Author
Made it to the Authors' Hall of Fame.
Community Health
Took part in community research initiatives.
WP Compliant
Keeps items to current WordPress standards.
Copyright Ninja
Helped protect against copyright violations.
Feedback Guru
Joined a group to improve the experience.
Trendsetter
Had an item that was trending.
Featured Item
Had an item featured on Envato Market.
FAQ
WordPress speed optimization, answered
The questions site owners ask us before a speed project starts.
Get a Speed AuditWordPress speed optimization is the work of making your site load faster. It covers caching, a CDN, images, code, the database, hosting and the Core Web Vitals that Google measures.
An audit runs $100 to $300 and a one-time optimization $300 to $1,500. A large store costs more. We send a fixed quote for your site before any work starts.
Most sites are done in three to seven days after the audit. A large store with many plugins and templates takes longer. We give you a clear timeline with your quote.
No. The work happens in the background. Your design, layout and content stay exactly the same. Your site just loads faster for every visitor.
Yes. We tune LCP, INP and CLS so your field data passes, not only a one-off lab test. Passing these helps both your ranking and your visitors.
It can be either. A one-time pass fixes your site today. A care plan keeps it fast as you add plugins and content, with monitoring and priority fixes.
Yes. We ship 26 WooCommerce plugins and tune store speed often. Stores have heavier carts, accounts and queries, and we know where they slow down.
We will tell you honestly. If hosting is the real limit, we say so and help you move. We do not hide a hosting problem behind more plugins.
Find out why your site is slow
Send us your URL and we will run a speed audit. You get a clear plan, a fixed price, and honest advice on what will make the biggest difference.
Support within hours
Replies, not tickets
14-day money back
Fair, no questions asked
Always compatible
Latest WP and Woo
Custom builds
Made for your store
Why teams pick DevDiggers
What you get on every speed project.
- Core Web Vitals passing
- We fix the cause, not the score
- Your design stays the same
- Before-and-after numbers
- Support that replies in hours
- Clear scope and pricing
from 500+ reviews
Trusted worldwide
Store owners in 158+ countries run on DevDiggers.
Proven on Envato
Elite Author with $125,000+ in sales.