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Improve website speed: where to start

Slow websites cost visitors and trust. Learn which changes have the biggest impact on load time and usability.

Visitors leave when a page takes too long to open. For businesses in Waalwijk and the wider region, a fast site matters even more because many people browse on mobile first.

Optimise images

Large photos are often the main culprit. Use modern formats like WebP, compress images and only load what is needed above the fold.

Keep the site focused

Too many scripts, heavy sliders and unnecessary plugins slow down WordPress sites. Keep functionality that adds real value and remove the rest.

Choose reliable hosting

Good hosting, caching and a lightweight theme make a noticeable difference. Test on mobile regularly and measure load time after every major change.