Scale images before uploading them using online tools like TinyPNG or Squoosh .
Adjust the maximum image size in your WordPress settings.
2. No image compression
Images without compression take up a lot of space and burden the hosting . Lack of compression is one of the most common optimization mistakes.
Solution:
Use plugins like Smush , EWWW Image Optimizer or ShortPixel that offer automatic compression.
Adjust the compression level to your needs (lossy for photos, lossless for logos).
3. Incorrect file format selection
Choosing the wrong file format, such as PNG instead of JPEG for chinese overseas british database photos, can increase their size unnecessarily. WebP is often overlooked, even though it offers the best quality to size ratio.
How to improve this?
Use JPEG format for photos and PNG for graphics with transparency.
Convert images to WebP format using tools or plugins like Converter for Media .
4. No Lazy Load
Loading all images at once significantly increases page load times, especially on pages with a lot of graphics.