Site speed is one of the most critical factors for both SEO rankings and user experience. In this guide, we walk through the exact steps to get your WordPress site loading in under 2 seconds.
We will cover image optimization, server-side caching with LiteSpeed, async font loading, and deferring non-critical JavaScript.
Step 1: Optimize Your Images
The single biggest win for most sites is image optimization. Use the wp_get_attachment_image() function with custom sizes registered via add_image_size().