Slow Loading Times on Magento 2.x Store: Need Hosting and Performance Tips

[rapidfswik9b21]

I've been running a Magento 2.x online store for a while now, and I've been facing  issues with slow loading times lately. I've tried optimizing images, minifying CSS and JavaScript, and even using some caching extensions, but the loading speed doesn't seem to improve significantly.

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[toniagency82ed]

Site speed can have several bottlenecks and seems like you only concentrated on the front end issues. The backend code and the database can be (and often are) site speed bottlenecks as well, especially if your issue is with TTFB. 

Do you have NewRelic installed? 

[ibtisamdev8aef]

The things you tried are basic to do when you need to enhance your site performance. If the site is still slow, it may be because of themes or plugins. Also hosting has a very important role in the performance of your site. A shared hosting is good for small scale website, but it can still have an impact on your site performance because there are multiple websites hosted on a single server. 
If you want a performance oriented server, you should go for a Managed Magento Hosting. It manages all your server technicalities and enhances the site's speed, making it performance and reliability better.

[abdurrahman_lak]

I would agree with @toniagency82ed that you should also look into backend and database factors too.
You also need to keep your Magento 2 app updated with the new updates like the new PHP versions have better performance than previous ones. If other packages are also updated to new versions then overall performance may improve.

[infomochigc53f]

We used to use Ceph clusters but they're expensive as you need 7-10 of them to make it work properly and that was expensive, but they did provide the performance, we've now found a better way using ARM processes but the install process is diabolical.

Seriously you will not get it running because virtually nothing is built for it and you have to install manually, but we have both Magento 2.x running on images and also Magento 1.x running on a different images, are they fast, you truly have no idea, Google goes nuts indexing and ranking although we do have 10,000s products which helps.

[konstantina904]

1. You need to find out what's slow: TTFB (time to first byte) or everything else

2. If TTFB is a problem - use a PHP profiler to find bottlenecks, try tideways or others

3. Run a pagespeed or lighthouse report and paste results

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[irfandevrid4ca]

Running a Magento 2.x online store comes with its challenges, and addressing slow loading times requires a holistic approach. Despite optimizing images, minifying CSS and JavaScript, and using caching extensions, if the loading speed remains an issue, consider focusing on your hosting and performance strategies.

Firstly, ensure you're partnered with a reputable managed Magento hosting provider that specializes in Magento hosting. The server configuration plays a pivotal role, so opt for dedicated or cloud hosting to meet Magento's system requirements.

Implementing a Content Delivery Network (CDN) can distribute static assets globally, reducing latency for users in different locations. Leverage Magento's built-in caching features and consider varnish caching for enhanced performance.

Regularly optimize and clean your database, removing unnecessary data and utilizing indexes for faster query performance. Use tools like Magento Profiler or New Relic for code profiling to identify and address performance bottlenecks.

Ensure you're using the latest version of Magento 2, as newer releases often come with performance improvements. Review and optimize third-party extensions, disabling or replacing those that may impact performance.

Implement monitoring tools for tracking performance metrics and seek assistance from Magento experts or hosting support for specific performance issues. By adopting these measures, you can comprehensively address slow loading times on your Magento 2.x store.