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Shopify speed optimization: how to speed up your store
Shopify speed optimization made simple: how to measure Core Web Vitals, then fix apps, images, theme code, fonts and scripts, with a checklist.
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Shopify development
Shopify speed optimization for a faster store that sells more
Slow pages lose shoppers, especially on phones. We find what is slowing your Shopify store down, fix it without breaking your design, and show you the before-and-after results.
You may need this if
- Your store feels slow on mobile, or PageSpeed Insights scores are low
- You have added many apps over time and never removed old ones
- Product images are large and load slowly
- Shopify's Web Performance report shows poor Core Web Vitals
What's included
What our Shopify Speed Optimization service covers
Speed audit
A clear report of what slows each key page: home, collection, product and cart.
App clean-up
We remove unused apps and the leftover code they leave in your theme, and replace heavy apps where Shopify can do the job.
Image fixes
Images served at the right size and format, with lazy loading below the fold.
Theme code
We reduce render-blocking scripts and styles, and tidy fonts, sliders and video on the home page.
Third-party scripts
Tracking, chat and review widgets loaded later, so they don't delay your products.
Before-and-after report
Core Web Vitals and page tests before and after, so you can see what changed.
How it works
Four clear steps.
The exact scope and timeline are agreed in writing before any work starts.
Measure
We test your key pages on mobile and desktop and record the starting point.
Fix
We work on a duplicate theme, so your live store is never at risk.
Check
You review the faster version. We test checkout, apps and tracking.
Publish and track
We publish the new theme and follow real-user data over the next weeks.
Can you guarantee a 100 PageSpeed score?
No honest developer can. Scores depend on your apps, content and Shopify's own scripts. We focus on real loading speed for shoppers and show you what improved.
Will you remove apps I need?
Only with your agreement. We list each app, what it costs in speed, and whether Shopify or a lighter option can do the same job.
Do I need a new theme?
Usually not. Most speed problems come from apps, images and extra scripts. If your theme is very old, we will tell you whether a newer Online Store 2.0 theme is worth it.
How long does it take?
It depends on the number of apps and templates. We give you a timeline after the audit, before any work starts.
Shopify development
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- Shopify MigrationShopify migration services that move your products, customers, orders and content from WooCommerce, Magento or Wix, with redirects that protect your SEO.Explore
- Shopify Store SetupShopify store setup service: theme, products, payments, shipping, taxes and launch checks done for you, so your new store is ready to take orders.Explore
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