Overview #
Site speed isn’t just about feel: Google uses real-world performance signals called Core Web Vitals in search rankings. This article explains what we monitor and what “good” looks like.
The Three Core Web Vitals #
| Metric |
What it measures |
Good score |
| LCP (Largest Contentful Paint) |
How fast the main content loads |
Under 2.5s |
| INP (Interaction to Next Paint) |
How responsive the page is to clicks/taps |
Under 200ms |
| CLS (Cumulative Layout Shift) |
How much the layout jumps around |
Under 0.1 |
How You Can Help #
- Compress images before uploading: huge photos are the #1 cause of slow LCP. We include ShortPixel image optimization on most plans.
- Don’t stack heavy plugins: every plugin adds JavaScript and queries. Use Xvault to request only what you need.
- Limit large embedded media: video embeds and big sliders cost speed. Use Presto Player (included) for performance-friendly video.
The Xponent Standard #
- All Xponent sites are built on the performance stack (see Caching & Performance Infrastructure) to hit green scores on these metrics.
- We monitor Core Web Vitals as part of site health and proactively address regressions.
- Pages built with Elementor Pro + the Xponent Stack are optimized for these targets by default.
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