Website Performance Checklist
Website Performance Checklist
Introduction:
A fast and responsive website is crucial for providing a positive user experience and improving search engine rankings. This checklist outlines key areas to assess and optimize your website's performance.
I. Page Speed Optimization
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Utilize a speed testing tool, such as Google PageSpeed Insights or GTmetrix.
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Optimize Images (compress and use appropriate formats).
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Minify CSS, JavaScript, and HTML.
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Enable Browser Caching.
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Use a Content Delivery Network (CDN).
II. Server Performance
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Choose a Reliable Hosting Provider.
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Optimize Server Response Time (under 200ms).
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Enable HTTP/2.
III. Website Architecture
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Reduce Redirects.
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Optimize Your Code.
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Limit Plugins to Essential Ones.
IV. Mobile Optimization
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Implement Responsive Design.
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Ensure Touch-Friendly Elements.
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Test Mobile Load Times.
V. User Experience (UX)
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Improve First Contentful Paint (FCP).
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Use Lazy Loading for images and videos.
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Prioritize Visible Content Loading.
VI. SEO Considerations
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Use Descriptive Titles and Meta Descriptions.
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Create an XML Sitemap.
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Optimize URLs (short and keyword-rich).
VII. Regular Monitoring and Testing
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Monitor Performance Regularly (Google Analytics).
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Conduct A/B Testing on layouts and content.
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Review Analytics for Performance Insights.
VIII. Security Measures
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Implement HTTPS (SSL Certificate).
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Ensure Regular Backups of Website Data.
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Use a Web Application Firewall (WAF).
IX. Accessibility
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Ensure ARIA Roles are Used for Accessibility.
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Use Alt Tags for Images.
