WordPress Caching Explained
Caching lets visitors reuse work the server has already done.
Page caching, object caching and browser caching solve different problems.
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A workable maintenance approach
Page caching, object caching and browser caching solve different problems. The important question is what happens when a plugin, theme or configuration changes. Hosting provides the environment; site maintenance still needs a clear owner.
The mistake to watch for
Caching account pages or carts indiscriminately. Match the maintenance process to how often the site changes.
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What to do next
Identify dynamic pages and test logged-in behavior before enabling aggressive caches. This is the kind of choice that's easiest to revisit before the site depends on it.
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Where to go next
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Further reading
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