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WordPress Speed Optimisation

Unlock the full potential of your WordPress website with our WordPress Speed Optimization services. At Stone Digital, we specialize in enhancing your site’s loading speed, ensuring a seamless user experience and improved search engine rankings.

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WordPress Optimisation

Why Speed for your WordPress
Website Matters

If you're here, you probably understand the significance of website speed and performance. However, if you're looking for more specific reasons why speed matters for your WordPress website, here are six key observations we've gained from years of experience:

A fast-loading website provides a smoother and more enjoyable experience for your visitors. Slow websites often frustrate users and lead to high bounce rates.

Speed is a critical factor in search engine rankings. Google and other search engines prioritize fast websites, which can improve your visibility and organic traffic.

With the majority of users browsing on mobile devices, a speedy website ensures optimal performance on smartphones and tablets, boosting mobile user satisfaction.

Studies have shown that faster websites have higher conversion rates. A quicker loading time encourages users to stay longer and take desired actions, such as making purchases or filling out contact forms.

In a competitive online landscape, having a fast website sets you apart from competitors with sluggish sites. It can be a deciding factor for users choosing your services or products over others.

Speed optimization can reduce the load on your hosting server, potentially lowering hosting costs. It also reduces bounce rates, saving you money on paid advertising by improving the quality score of your ads.

Most Common Causes: Slow WordPress Website

At Stone Digital, we understand the critical importance of a fast and responsive website.

Over the years, we’ve identified the 4 most common issues holding a WordPress website back from achieving top speed performance.

Bad Web Hosting
Slow or unreliable hosting can lead to sluggish website performance. We assess your hosting environment and recommend improvements if needed.

Too Many Plugins
An excessive number of plugins can bloat your website and cause slowdowns. We help you identify and remove unnecessary plugins to streamline performance.

Bad Quality Code
Poorly written or outdated code can slow down your website. Our experts review and optimize your website’s code for efficiency.

Lack of Caching
Caching helps store static versions of your site for quicker access. We implement caching solutions to speed up page rendering.

By improving these 4 areas, we can guarantee that we’ll supercharge your WordPress website and provide a smoother, faster experience for your users.

What’s Included in Our WordPress
Speed Optimization Services?

Our unique speed optimization process consists of more than 120 individual steps, with each one contributing
to better website performance

If you require assistance with a specific aspect of speed optimisation or any of the steps outlined below, don’t
hesitate to reach out. We can tailor our optimisation services to suit your specific requirements.

Full Caching Tool Audit
Browser Caching Setup Configuration & Tuning
Page Caching Setup & Configuration
Database Optimization, Cleanup & Scheduled Maintenance Implementation
SQL Server Tuning (if you’re on a VPS and we have access)
HTACCESS File Optimization
Theme Optimization As Far As Your Theme Supports
WordPress Plugin Updates & Patching As Required
Plugin Review & Pruning As Required
Server Compression Tuning As Required
PHP Tuning As Required TTFB Optimization where required
Cloudflare CDN Setup & Implementation for Lightning Fast Worldwide Load Times & Fast DNS Hosting (optional but strongly recommended)
Google Tag Manager Setup & Implementation (strongly recommended if you have Livechat or a lot of 3rd party tags)

Livechat Lazy Loading Configuration
Image & Video Lazy Loading Configuration (if appropriate for your theme)
Advanced Image Compression and Optimization With Support For .Webp Next Generation Image File Format WordPress General Best Practices Review & Implementation Advanced Optimization – Page Prefetching & Just In Time Preloading
Advanced Database & Object Caching Implementation *IF Your Hosting Supports Memcached or Redis Memory Caching
Advanced Edge Caching For Lightning Fast Worldwide Load Times & Lower TTFB Using Cloudflare’s APO Service (if supported by the type of site you have)
Optional Server or Hosting Migration
Optimization for Google’s Core Web Vitals Metrics
Page or Specific Problem Troubleshooting & Rectification Such As Fixing Slow Woocommerce Cart & Checkout Operations or Fixing A Slow WordPress Backend Admin Panel.
VPS Server Tuning Server Log File Analysis Malware Removal & Hacked Site Repair

Please note that the specific tasks included in your WordPress Speed Optimization service may vary depending on your website’s unique needs and the service provider.

WooCommerce Services

Shopify Services

Our Commitment:
90+ Google PageSpeed Score

As part of our service, we commit achieving a Google PageSpeed Score of 90 or higher for your website.

We’re experts in WordPress and custom web development, which means we have advanced tools and techniques we can use to optimise your website.

With our proven techniques and experience, we strive to provide you with a lightning-fast website that keeps your visitors engaged and satisfied.

Stone Digital Process

Our Ecommerce Development Process

We offer custom WordPress solutions to create powerful and user-friendly websites that meet your business goals.

With our expertise in Shopify development, we can create stunning online stores that drive sales and enhance user experience.

Our team specializes in WooCommerce development, helping you build robust and scalable e-commerce solutions.

We offer custom WordPress solutions to create powerful and user-friendly websites that meet your business goals.

What Our Clients Say

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We work with Stone Digital for a year now, and Brett has been very helpful in helping solve critical issues and kept our website secure and reliable. We particularly appreciate his expertise around website development and security. We would highly recommend the service of Stone Digital.

Jean Luc Tan

Founder VIVE Cooking School via Google

We are very happy with the SEO work Stone Digital completed on our site. It’s made a real difference to our enquiry rate and we are sure the back-of-house tweaks will make a real difference to our bookings in the future.

Maree Sheehan

Director The Sydney Connection via Google

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First Item – Do not change

Owner Toto Company via Twitter

I would highly recommend Brett and the team at Stone Digital. They assisted us with building a new website which now allows for easier setup and customisation of pages and products which had been a pain point of ours for some time. The new site now loads very fast and overall is easier for our team to use. We specifically wanted custom, advanced integration with Hero Travel platform allowing for multi product bookings. Our new website uses custom designs to suit our brand whilst still being able to index well with Google. Brett and the team have been a pleasure to work with and are always on point. Would highly recommend.

Toby Paige

Chief Operating Officer Happy Travels

Stone Digital’s expertise helped us transition from a complicated platform to a much easier, user-friendly one. Brett and his team were very communicative and explained each step along the way. Their professionalism and approachable team made the whole transition fantastic. They created a very intuitive website that will save us money in the long term due to its easy-to-use nature. Their pricing is very reasonable, and the project was cost-effective. We’re very happy with our new website. Thank you to the team at Stone Digital!

Tiffany Mak

Digital Content Specialist Jadecross Lighting Solutions via Google

Brett from Stone Digital saved me a whole lot of pain (and money) when my snake catching website went down during a peak period!! Brett was in contact immediately and got the site back up and running ASAP. He clearly communicated the issues and costs involved, was easy to work with and always replied to my messages.  I have worked with many website developers and IT professionals over the years but will be using Stone Digital from now on. Thanks Brett very much appreciated at my end mate.

Matthew Hagan

Founder Cairns Snake Catcher via Google

We worked with Brett on a big website revamp and API integration recently and can highly recommend him. He was quick to reply and took all our feedback and changes on board for an awesome final product. In fact, we were so stoked with working with him that we’ve now moved our hosting and site maintenance over to Stone Digital as well.

Chris Stevens

Travel Expert Backpacker Banter via Google

Brett is a trusted advisor for our Website Hosting, CMS and WordPress templates. We’ve also referred Stone Digital for a number of our clients when they’ve needed website builds or advice and have always received great feedback. Highly recommend Brett for his approach and expertise!!

Adam O’Neill

Director Asia Advisory via Google

It is a bit of a minefield seeking website design and I feel I was fortunate that I chanced upon Stone Digital. Very happy with Brett’s quality website work and his ability to translate my website wishes into a reality. Highly recommended.

Carl Milton

Director Art ecommerce website via Google

Stone Digital was extremely efficient and effective in resolving a website issue. They clearly understood the brief and delivered above expectation. A pleasure to work with and would highly recommend.

Caroline Parrott

Business Owner via Google

I was introduced to Brett by an acquaintance. Brett was a very credible developer with excellent website, XML and CMS knowledge. When I went to Sydney, he came to the hotel cafe and had a very good meeting. In particular, my request was a multilingual EC site, but the development went smoothly. He always says “Feel free to get in touch if any questions throughout the process.” And he cares for me and follows up.

Tomio Yamazaki

Co-Founder Australian Tour Specialists via Google

Very helpful and professional. Made everything easy for me to understand any changes on the website. Highly recommend using their services!

Fay Kanellos

Founder Panda Smart Scanner via Google

Since moving to Stone Digital, our company’s website has been migrated from the dark ages, maintaining the look and feel we needed but 1,000 times more navigable on the back end. Updates are easy, requests are dealt with swiftly, and we’re spending less while getting much more. We have been very pleased with Stone Digital’s services, with all deliverables completed on time and according to specifications. The team is always quick to respond to any queries or requests, and their personable attitude makes them easy and fun to work with. Very happy.

Jordan McDonald

Creative Director Swillhouse via Clutch

Stone Digital’s work resulted in faster upload and download speeds and better UX. The team’s communicative and timely approach led to a positive partnership. Stone Digital’s understanding of the project goals made them stand out.

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Executive Travel & Tours Company via Clutch

We are delighted with Stone Digital’s ability to understand the brief and deliver a good product. The team is personable and flexible and has provided us with the tools to take over our own site. They excel at project management and effective communication, providing clear updates.

Jules Gardner

Director The Kind Coffee via Clutch

Stone Digital has been managing and further developing our NFP organisation’s WordPress website for around 18 months. The updated website has received positive feedback from internal and external stakeholders. It’s a great working relationship. Brett is always quick to respond, gives great advice, and always comes up with a fantastic, user-friendly, and attractive design. His custom web development skills are second to none. To date, Stone Digital has helped us continue to grow our site, develop user-friendly resource portals for our customers, and create an LMS to provide a bespoke learning experience for our students. Their communicative and prompt approach results in a positive working relationship, and their top-notch project management complements their technical expertise. No matter what we throw at them, the solution is always swift and effective. Highly recommended.

Brooke O’Donnell

General Manager Road Safety Nonprofit via Clutch

We are happy with Stone Digital’s work. They communicate clearly and confirm task requirements beforehand, and they complete everything in a timely manner. Their integrated 3PL has also created a much smoother experience for our internal team.

John Kim

Managing Director Elementelle Probiotics via Clutch

Thanks to Stone Digital’s help, we’ve noticed improvements in efficiency and can now manage bookings much more easily through the new system. Our site has also experienced a boost in engagement and inquiries. Stone Digital has been great. Brett is super responsive, and I’m really happy with how my website is looking and working behind the scenes. The team’s flexibility and adherence to quality were key to the project’s success.

Justin Steele

Founder & CEO Local Sauce Tours via Clutch

Thanks to Stone Digital’s efforts, our bookings increased significantly. The team provided updates about the project’s progress and was excellently collaborative. Their flexibility stood out during the feedback iteration process.

Chris Stevens

CEO RTW Backpackers via Clutch

We are delighted with how our new website turned out. After launching the site, we saw a dramatic increase in inquiries and direct bookings within a month, and we also received positive feedback from customers. Brett was very creative and efficient with the work on our site, and his high response rate to questions or any changes we had made the project extremely smooth and successful. Stone Digital impressed us with their flexibility in accommodating requests and their ability to deliver high-quality outputs on time. I would highly recommend Brett from Stone Digital.

Neil O’Sullivan

Owner Travel Playground via Clutch

Thanks to Stone Digital’s development prowess, we have been rewarded with optimal solutions and numerous customer visits. As a result, our internal team has commended the platform positively. The team has communicated well to provide progress updates and feedback.

Cindy Tan

Head of Growth Marketing The iQ Group Global via Clutch

Stone Digital has improved our web server, making it stable and cost-saving. The team is always quick to resolve issues. So far, we are impressed by their good understanding of our requirements as we continue our partnership.

Marcus Reubenstein

Editor & Publisher APAC News via Clutch

After Stone Digital resolved our issues, they added SEO features that resulted in a significant increase in traffic. The team communicated seamlessly with us through email and SMS. They were professional, prompt, and cost-effective.

Ryan McEvoy

Graduate Lazarus Capital Partners via Clutch

What a great experience developing our new website with Brett and the team at Stone Digital. They took the time to understand what I wanted and were responsive throughout the whole process from design to launch. Stone Digital was well-organized, timely, and led a smooth process, providing feedback and digital assets during development. They have continued to be helpful as we learn to navigate our way around the new site. We also praised the team’s responsive communication. Highly recommended.

Steve Nomchong

Managing Director Local Travel Planner

I’ve been working with Stone Digital for close to a year now and they’ve been nothing short of helpful. Brett and his team always answer my questions and go above and beyond in proposing solutions to our WordPress site, including migration, technical improvements to support our SEO, customizations to the WP theme, and round-the-clock support for improvements, bug fixes, and security monitoring. Stone Digital successfully executed all of our requirements in a very professional manner. They delivered everything on time, managed tasks efficiently using Asana, and were highly responsive, proactively coming up with new solutions. I would certainly recommend their services.

Camila Grotti

Marketing Manager International Cargo Express

Working with Brett and the Stone Digital team is really easy and efficient. They helped us build our direct-to-consumer website from scratch with all functional and custom features built in. They delivered the project to our expectations on time and ensured excellent project management and communication via email, in-person, and virtual meetings. Their high-quality service, expertise, and collaborative and empathetic approach were commendable. Stone Digital will be your excellent partner if you want to build a website with character and bespoke design.

Quinten Wang

Founder The Best of Moi via Clutch

Stone Digital completed our website, and we successfully launched it. The team managed the project excellently and met our expectations. They could have been more responsive at times, but their deliverable made up for it.

Keren Zhou

CEO & Founder Jier Art via Clutch

Thanks to Stone Digital’s efforts, the website was successfully launched on time. Brett, Jeanette, and the team were a dream to work with, they nailed the vibe for both Self Raised and My Mother’s Cousin, delivering sites that were clean, on-brand, and super functional. The team was easy to work with and communicative throughout the process, making the whole experience smooth from start to finish. We were particularly impressed with their technical proficiency and goal-oriented approach. Highly recommend.

Sal (Sam) Senan

Founder Self Raised & My Mother's Cousin via Google Review

I loved working with Stone Digital to create a world-leading website for a marketing agency. They are responsive, understanding, proactive and highly skilled. If you want to create a beautiful website that operates seamlessly on desktop and mobile, and is easy to update from a marketing manager’s point of view, Stone are your go-to partners.

Joanna Allen

Project Director Hello Social

Working with Stone Digital has been a breath of fresh air. Brett and Lekhnath have been incredibly attentive throughout the entire process. Their attention to detail and eagerness to help tackle complex solutions was both admirable and reassuring. Highly recommend if you’re after a team that genuinely cares and delivers!

Vincere Auto Australia

Company Website

Stone Digitals work creating the website for my business was exceptional and showed a great understanding of client intent and expectation, but it was their follow up work beyond the initial build that really cemented them as a business I will definitely work with again.

Mark Miller

Director Forme Design

We used Stone Digital for the design and build of our Shopify website (worktones.com) and, now four months since launch, are very happy with the result. Stone were able to achieve complex solutions to meet our needs, including complete content editing control and an easy-to-use tool for quantity-based discounts. Our conversions have increased, we regularly receive positive feedback from our community, and the ongoing maintenance support ensures we’re continually optimising and staying ahead of the curve.

Ruby Becker

Marketing Manager Worktones

We recently worked with Stone Digital to develop a new website for our business, Back to Eden, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the result. Brett, Jeanette and their team was professional, responsive, and truly understood our vision. Highly recommend.

Alan Hogan

Director Back to Eden

I have known Stone Digital and both Brett Stone and Jeanette Wang for several years. Stone Digital did work for the Museum of Chinese in Australia (MOCA) while I was the Company Secretary including the provision of web services including design, development and hosting; management of office email subscriptions; general IT and website support; set up and support for MOCA’s file management system (Microsoft SharePoint); and scoping of business requirements including collection management software; client relationship management (CRM) system; ticketing system; point of sale (POS) system; human resources (HR) tool; stock management system; and financial management information system.  The Chinese Heritage Association of Australia (CHAA) has now engaged Stone Digital to manage and update their website, and we look forward to working with Stone Digital as the Association expends its business interests. Stone Digital is reliable and very professional. I have no hesitation recommending them.

Peter Hack

formally Company Secretary Museum of Chinese in Australia

We had the pleasure of working with Stone Digital, and I can’t recommend them highly enough. Brett, the website developer, is incredibly skilled and efficient in bringing digital visions to life. The site he developed exceeded our expectations. Jeanette, the main point of contact, was always responsive, professional, and a joy to work with. She ensured the project ran smoothly from start to finish. Their combined expertise made the entire process seamless. If you need top-notch web development and excellent customer service, Stone Digital is the way to go!

Sunsolis Legal

Company Website

Great service, prompt, efficient and professional.

Nick Brumley

Managing Director Avionics Limited

As my business has grown, the need for up to date, expert service has been critical for me. I’ve had a number of techs over time but Stone Digital (no relation) have provided the best, fastest and most reliable service. They are everything I hoped for.

Lyn Stone

Founder Lifelong Literacy

Thanks to Stone Digital’s work, we were able to manage and process our online sales faster and with fewer errors, leveraging the new automated processes. The team showed dedication to building a solution that met our needs. Moreover, they were very flexible and collaborative.

No Boundaries Fencing

Company Website

Stone Digital successfully delivered a platform on time and within budget. They communicated excellently through virtual meetings and email. Wer can expect a team with high-quality work.

Ko Homes

Company Website

As a result of Stone Digital’s efforts, we noticed improvements in our site’s overall design and performance. The team managed tasks efficiently using Asana and consistently provided updates. Moreover, they were quite proactive in terms of finding ways to further improve our site.

Gabriela (Gabby) Torres-Soler

Marketing Lead Matrak

From the start, I was impressed by Brett and Jeanette at Stone Digital, by their professionalism, expertise, and attention to detail.  One of the things that stood out to me was their ability to understand my vision for the website and translate it into a beautiful and functional design. They listened to my needs and preferences and worked with me every step of the way. Their communication skills were top-notch, and they were always available to answer any questions or concerns.  Their technical knowledge and expertise were impressive. They incorporated all the features and functionalities I wanted while ensuring the website was user-friendly and optimized for all devices. Every aspect of the website was meticulously crafted to perfection, from the layout and navigation to the loading speed and SEO.  Moreover, Stone Digital went above and beyond to ensure the website aligned with the brand’s identity and objectives. They provided valuable suggestions and recommendations, and their attention to detail was evident in every element of the website.  In addition to their technical skills, they demonstrated exceptional project management skills. They set clear timelines and delivered the project on time. Any changes or updates were promptly implemented, and they kept me informed throughout the entire process.  Working with Stone Digital has been an absolute pleasure, and I can’t recommend their services enough. Their professionalism, expertise, and passion for their work truly set them apart. If you’re looking for a web developer who will bring your vision to life, Brett Stone is your go-to person. Thank you for your exceptional work and dedication – my business wouldn’t have been the same without you.

Marjorie Knust

Austrata Finance

We worked with Stone Digital to develop a custom Woocommerce Webstore including some complex product configuration options. Stone Digital delivered an excellent solution that was easy to use and automated a lot of processes that were previously done manually. Thanks your your help!

Rachel Blakers

Buildable Materials

Stone Digital’s work significantly improved our upload and download speeds, enhancing the overall user experience. Their clear communication and timely delivery fostered a strong partnership, and their deep understanding of our project goals truly set them apart.

Anne Dressel

Founder AusVenture Travel

Marjorie Knust

Austrata Finance

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about our custom web development services? Explore our frequently asked questions to find answers to common queries. For many questions, we’ve prepared an in-depth blog post that delves into the topic further. If your question isn’t listed, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us, and we’ll gladly assist you. Your query might even inspire a new resource for others

What is Google PageSpeed Score, and why is it important?

Google PageSpeed Score is a tool provided by Google that measures the performance and speed of your website.

Within the web development industry, Google PageSpeed is seen as one of the most (if not the most) important website performance benchmark tools, because it is developed by Google which is the key arbitrator of search engine results for all websites.

And since Google considers website speed as a critical factor in determining search engine rankings, we give a lot of weight to the results from this tool.

With our WordPress Speed Optimisation service, we guarantee a Google PageSpeed score above 90 for your website.

How does Stone Digital improve the speed of WordPress websites?

We accomplish this through a meticulously tailored process consisting of 120 distinct steps. This method has been refined through our extensive experience with hundreds of websites, allowing us to identify and address a wide array of factors and issues that can affect website speed.

What is the typical turnaround time for a WordPress speed optimization project?

The turnaround time for a WordPress speed optimization project can vary based on the complexity and size of your website. Typically, we aim to complete these projects within 1-2 weeks, but the specific timeline will be discussed during the initial consultation to ensure we meet your needs and goals.

Can you provide examples of websites you've optimised and their speed improvements?

Absolutely, see below a few examples:
1) Matrak.com
2) Jadecross.com
3) Happy Travels
4) ICE Cargo

How much will it cost to do WordPress speed optimisation for my website?

Our WordPress speed optimization service is tailored to the unique needs of each website, so the cost can vary depending on factors like your site’s size, complexity, and current performance.

We offer competitive pricing and prioritise delivering excellent value for our clients. To get a detailed quote for your specific project, please reach out to us, and we’ll provide a customised estimate based on your requirements.

Additionally, it’s important to note that clients subscribed to our regular monthly plans benefit from having speed optimization services seamlessly integrated into their ongoing service package.

Do you offer guarantees for achieving specific speed improvements?

We guarantee a Google PageSpeed score above 90 for your website, if you work with us.

Accelerate Your WordPress Website 🚀

WordPress Speed Optimisation

WordPress Optimisation

Why Speed for your WordPress Website Matters

User Experience

Search Engine Rankings

Mobile Friendliness

Conversion Rates

Competitive Edge

Cost Savings

Most Common Causes: Slow WordPress Website

What’s Included in Our WordPress Speed Optimization Services?

Our Commitment: 90+ Google PageSpeed Score

Stone Digital Process

Our Ecommerce Development Process

Consultation

Design

Development

Testing

Launch

Support

What Our Clients Say

What Our Clients Say

Jean Luc Tan

Maree Sheehan

First Item – Do not change

Toby Paige

Tiffany Mak

Matthew Hagan

Chris Stevens

Adam O’Neill

Carl Milton

Caroline Parrott

Tomio Yamazaki

Fay Kanellos

Jordan McDonald

Web Dev for Travel & Tours Company

Jules Gardner

Brooke O’Donnell

John Kim

Justin Steele

Chris Stevens

Neil O’Sullivan

Cindy Tan

Marcus Reubenstein

Ryan McEvoy

Steve Nomchong

Camila Grotti

Quinten Wang

Keren Zhou

Sal (Sam) Senan

Joanna Allen

Vincere Auto Australia

Mark Miller

Ruby Becker

Alan Hogan

Peter Hack

Sunsolis Legal

Nick Brumley

Lyn Stone

No Boundaries Fencing

Ko Homes

Gabriela (Gabby) Torres-Soler

Marjorie Knust

Rachel Blakers

Anne Dressel

Jean Luc Tan

Maree Sheehan

First Item – Do not change

Toby Paige

Tiffany Mak

Matthew Hagan

Chris Stevens

Adam O’Neill

Carl Milton

Caroline Parrott

Tomio Yamazaki

Fay Kanellos

Jordan McDonald

Web Dev for Travel & Tours Company

Why Speed for your WordPress
Website Matters

What’s Included in Our WordPress
Speed Optimization Services?

Our Commitment:
90+ Google PageSpeed Score