WP Super Cache

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WP Super Cache

By Automattic

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A very fast caching engine for WordPress that produces static html files.

4.3

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Main benefits

Improves website performance

Reduces server load

Serves static HTML files

Supports multiple caching methods

Enhances user experience

About this plugin

Author: Automattic

Categories: Performance Optimization

Version: 1.12.1

Last updated: 09-05-2024

WordPress version: 6.4

Tested up to: 6.5.3

PHP version required: 7.0

Languages: Bosnian, Catalan [+56]

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WP Cache

WP Super Cache

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Overview

This WordPress plugin is designed to optimize your website performance by generating static HTML files from your dynamic WordPress blog. Once the HTML files are created, your web server can serve them directly to users, reducing the need to process heavier and more resource-intensive PHP scripts. The plugin caters to various user scenarios, ensuring static HTML files are primarily served to users who are not logged in, have not left a comment, or have not viewed password-protected posts. It supports three caching methods to balance speed and ease of use: the ultra-fast Apache mod_rewrite method, the straightforward PHP-serving method, and the flexible WP-Cache caching method. Ideal for users seeking both simplicity and performance, the plugin also offers features like CDN support, garbage collection, and preloading to enhance user experience and site efficiency. Additionally, it provides advanced customization options via hooks and REST API endpoints, making it a versatile choice for developers.

Improved Performance

Generates static HTML files from dynamic WordPress content.
Serves static files to most users, reducing server load.
Static files are faster to serve compared to PHP scripts.

Flexible Caching Methods

Expert mode uses Apache mod_rewrite for the fastest performance.
Simple mode serves static files via PHP, easier to configure.
WP-Cache caching for known users and URLs with parameters.

Customizable Settings

Options for compressing pages and caching rebuild.
CDN support for faster content delivery.
Advanced garbage collection settings to manage cache files.

Developer Friendly

Active development and translation support on GitHub.
REST API endpoints for accessing plugin settings.
Custom caching hooks and plugin system for extended functionality.

Rating and reviews

4.3

Rating summary

1340

Reviews

Active installations

User sentiment analysis

Users generally appreciate WP Super Cache for its simplicity, power, and ease of use. It's noted for significantly improving website speed, reducing CPU load, and making websites faster with just a few clicks. Users also like its cache configuration options and quick support response. However, some users have encountered serious issues, such as website breakages, SSL complications, malware concerns, and poor compatibility with certain plugins like Mailchimp for WooCommerce. The plugin also lacks advanced features like automatic cache preload on content changes, multi-site support, and object cache functionality. Overall, while effective for many, it has critical limitations and potential risks.

azahari

23 Apr, 2024

good job

alikaouani59

22 Mar, 2024

A simple and powerful extension that remarkably improves the speed of my site. I recommend it to wordpress site developers.

R. Fuchs

19 Mar, 2024

after refreshing my website i checked some cache plugins. Finally WP Super Cache ist the best for me. Thank you.

sonertan

16 Jan, 2024

Hello, the cache preload function works fine, after preload all pages it seems to delete the cache and start over. I want the cache to be cleared only on page and product updates. How can I solve this problem please help.