How Can I Optimize Images for Faster Website Speed in Real Estate?

You might want to try tools like Shortpixel, TinyPNG, or Squoosh for compressing images. Besides that, implementing lazy loading, using a CDN, and enabling caching can all contribute to website speed. And don't forget, choosing a reliable hosting provider makes a big difference too!

I've had great results with Tinyjpg for image compression. It's user-friendly, and you can visually compare before and after compression to see the differences clearly. Just name your file with a -b or something to toggle between the two images easily.

For real estate sites, it's crucial to optimize images correctly. I recommend keeping images between 100KB and 200KB. Tools like ImageOptim and WebP format are great for compression. Remember to enable lazy loading and browser caching. Google Lighthouse does offer reliable assessments, but I suggest cross-checking with GTmetrix for more real-world insights.

For my WordPress projects, I've found Converter for Media by Matt Plugins really handy, along with TinyPNG. Aim to keep image sizes around 100KB-200KB; anything larger should ideally be under 1MB. Alongside lazy loading, look into serving responsive sizes and utilize a CDN for better performance. Google Lighthouse can be a solid reference for load times since it uses real user data.

Just a heads-up: if you're compressing images before uploading them to your CMS, be careful! Sometimes, the CMS will recompress them, which could lead to lower quality if not managed properly. It's best to handle compression at the last step. A CDN, like Imgix, can help serve the right sizes and formats at optimal quality.