Large images are the most common cause of slow pages. To fix them:
- Resize images to the dimensions actually displayed - don't upload a 4000px photo for a 600px slot.
- Compress them before uploading (tools like TinyPNG/Squoosh) or use a plugin.
- Use modern formats like WebP or AVIF, which are much smaller than JPEG/PNG.
- Lazy-load images so they load only as visitors scroll.
On WordPress, the LiteSpeed Cache plugin can convert images to WebP and lazy-load them automatically under its Image Optimization tab. Set it once and new uploads are handled for you. After optimizing, re-test your site speed to confirm the improvement. Smaller images also save disk space and bandwidth, helping you stay within your plan's limits.
