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Speed up WordPress with LiteSpeed Cache
Get faster load times with a simple plugin setup.
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Quick answer
Get faster load times with a simple plugin setup.
- WordPress works best with a clean theme, minimal plugins, and caching enabled.
- Regular updates keep your site secure and compatible with modern browsers.
- Backups before updates prevent small mistakes from becoming big problems.
Key details
LiteSpeed Cache is the recommended plugin for SiteHosts because our servers are optimized for it.
It reduces load time by creating fast, cached versions of your pages.
You can enable it in minutes and see immediate improvements.
Step-by-step
- Log in to WordPress and go to Plugins.
- Search for LiteSpeed Cache and click Install.
- Activate and run the quick setup wizard.
Quick checklist
- Install LiteSpeed Cache
- Update themes and plugins monthly
- Back up before major changes
- Remove unused themes and plugins
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