Feature: The License Key in W3Speedster is a unique authentication code that validates your installation and unlocks access to premium features, automatic updates, and priority technical support. How to Purchase & Activate the W3Speedster License Key Step-by-Step Process: Purchase W3Speedster from the official website. After completing your purchase, your License Key will be delivered via: […]
Doc Category: Symfony
Way to 90+ in Google PSI
BASIC SETTINGS The Basic Settings section acts as the master control panel for core performance enhancements in the W3Speedster. Enabling it automatically activates critical features like: Full-page HTML Caching (Read In Detail) Optimization for pages with query parameters (Optimize Pages with Query Parameters) The master toggle for site-wide Optimization (Turn on Optimization) These settings provide […]
Serve HTML Cache File by
Feature: W3Speedster provides two distinct mechanisms for serving static HTML cache files — via .htaccess or PHP Cache. These mechanisms enhance website speed by reducing server processing time and delivering pre-generated content directly to users. Why We Need It Improve Performance: Serving pre-rendered HTML bypasses dynamic PHP execution, significantly reducing Time to First Byte (TTFB) […]
Updating W3Speedster
You can manually update the bundle. Remember, if your license has expired, you can renew it on your account page. Go to your account and download the latest version of W3Speedster Unzip the archive and then upload the ‘w3speedster’ folder to the ‘root’ directory and overwrite the existing folder […]
Uninstalling W3Speedster
Disable the bundle: Remove the bundle from root directory of your project. Remove the added files: Remove the W3speedster/EventListener folder from the src folder within the project root directory. Comment on the config: Remove or comment on the config line added while installing in services.yaml file from the project_root_directory/config folder Test application: Verify that your […]
Installing W3Speedster
Download the extension zip: Download the zip provided on my account page of W3Speedster. Installing: extract the zip in the root directory of your project. Add the required files: Next, copy the W3speedster/EventListener folder and paste it into the src folder within the project root directory. Config the bundle: Then, navigate to the project_root_directory/config folder, […]
Exclude Background Images from Lazy Loading
Feature: The Exclude Background Images from Lazy Loading feature in W3Speedster ensures that background images defined via CSS or inline styles are loaded immediately, bypassing the plugin’s lazy loading mechanism. This is essential for preserving the visual continuity, branding, and first-impression impact of websites where background imagery plays a key design or functional role. Why […]
Clear Cache when Page or Post is Updated
Feature: Ensures cached content stays synchronized with updates to your website. Functionality: When a page, post, or custom post type is updated, published, or deleted, W3Speedster: Automatically removes the corresponding cached HTML file. Generates and stores a fresh cache version upon the next visit. Extended Cache Clearing: W3Speedster also clears associated cache files to maintain […]
What exactly does W3Speedster do?
Post-Integration: Initial Performance Testing After integrating W3Speedster into your Symfony application, it’s recommended to conduct a baseline performance test to assess the immediate optimization impact. Step 1: Run a Default Settings Test Complete the W3Speedster integration into your Symfony application. Measure your application’s performance using tools like Lighthouse, GTmetrix, or WebPageTest before enabling any optimization. […]
Calculate Image
Feature: W3Speedster includes a smart module that analyzes a specified folder path, automatically detecting images that can benefit from optimization. This ensures that only eligible and relevant images are processed—saving time, preserving quality, and enhancing application performance across all PHP-based platforms. Why We Need It Avoid Unnecessary Processing: Prevents re-optimization of already optimized or unsupported […]
