1. Optimize Images
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• Resize before upload: Don’t upload giant images and expect the system to resize them. Keep them close to the display size.
• Use compressed formats: Save images as JPG or WebP for photos and PNG for graphics with transparency.
• Limit the number of images: Fewer images = fewer requests = faster load time. Use images only where they add real value (e.g., one strong hero image instead of several).

2. Limit Heavy Elements
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• Reduce video backgrounds: Use short loops, smaller files for video backgrounds.
• Limit animations and widgets: Too many moving parts slow down rendering.
• Keep scripts minimal: Avoid stacking third-party tracking scripts unless absolutely needed.
• Avoid heavy elements above the fold: Ensure the first screen loads quickly by keeping it simple and lightweight.

3. Clean Up Your Pages
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• Remove unused sections: Don’t leave hidden or duplicate blocks you aren’t using.
• Simplify layouts: Fewer rows, columns, and elements = faster rendering.
• Check for oversized files: Upload optimized PDFs or downloadable content.

4. Use System Features Wisely
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• Global Sections: Reuse blocks for efficiency instead of duplicating large layouts.
• Forms & Surveys: Embed HighLevel-native ones instead of third-party versions (they load faster).
• Custom Code: Keep injected CSS lightweight.
• Check system settings:
  
  • Ensure “Optimise Javascript” is enabled in funnel settings.
  • Ensure “Image optimisation” is enabled in funnel settings.
• Inspect network requests: Use the browser’s developer tools to check the Network tab and spot any large images slowing down page load.

5. Leverage Browser & Hosting Optimizations

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• Enable caching: Returning visitors load faster with cached assets.
• Use a custom domain with SSL: Speeds up delivery and improves trust.
• Check hosting location: HighLevel uses global CDN, but a clean custom domain setup avoids extra redirects.

6. Test and Monitor Performance
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• Use free tools like:
  • PageSpeed Insights
  • GTMetrix
• Run tests on desktop and mobile (mobile is usually slower).
• Apply suggested fixes from the tools for best results.

7. Reduced initial HTML Size  #

We optimized the data used to render pages by removing unnecessary fields from the page data response. This reduces the average final HTML document size by about 10%, which can improve initial load performance—especially on slower connections.

Note: This change is a performance optimization and does not require any action in most cases.

When to Contact Support #

If your funnel or website is still extremely slow after following these steps, reach out to Support with:

• Funnel/website link
• PageSpeed test results
• Steps you’ve already tried

This helps our team troubleshoot faster.