Why Hand-Coded Websites Load Faster Than WordPress: Let's Break It Down

Ever clicked away from a website because it was taking too long to load? You're not alone. Studies show that 40% of people will leave a website if it doesn't load within 3 seconds. That's a lot of potential customers slipping away! Let me explain why hand-coded websites are simply faster than WordPress, and why that matters for your business.

WordPress: The Hidden Speed Bumps

Now, don't get me wrong – WordPress is popular for a reason. It makes creating a website seem easy. But here's the thing: that convenience comes with some serious speed penalties. Think of it like this: WordPress is like buying a huge Swiss Army knife when all you really need is a bottle opener. Sure, it's nice to have all those tools, but you're carrying around a lot of extra weight you'll never use. Here's what I mean:

• It loads features you don't need
• Every page needs to check in with a database
• Plugins often conflict with each other
• Pre-built themes are packed with extras you'll never use

Why Hand Coded Sites Are Different

Hand-coded websites are like a custom-tailored suit instead of a one-size-fits-all outfit. They're built specifically for your needs, with nothing extra to slow things down.

What does this mean in practice?

• Only the features you actually use are included
• No unnecessary database checks
• Zero plugin conflicts (because there are no plugins)
• Clean, efficient code that gets straight to the point

The Real Benefits for Your Business

Let's talk about what this speed difference actually means for your business:

• Your site loads in under 1 second
• Google loves fast sites
• Visitors stick around longer
• More visitors turn into customers

How's Your Site Doing?

Curious about your current website's speed? It's easy to check – just pop your website address into Google's PageSpeed Insights tool. If your score is below 90, we should talk. That's like getting a B- in speed class, and in today's digital world, you really want to be getting an A+.

Ready to Speed Things Up?

If your website takes more than a second to load, you're probably losing customers without even knowing it. The good news? We can fix that. Let's talk about getting you a fast, hand-coded website that works as hard as you do.

Want to learn more? Drop me a line. I'd love to show you how much faster your website could be.