How to Audit a Slow WordPress Site Checklist

1. Run baseline tests (Lighthouse + PageSpeed) on key pages.
2. Record LCP, CLS, INP, and request counts.
3. Export current plugin list and identify duplicates.
4. Check image optimization and lazy-loading setup.
5. Verify caching plugin configuration and cache behavior.
6. Review theme/page-builder overhead.
7. Identify third-party script bloat.
8. Prioritize quick wins vs architecture-level fixes.
9. Re-test after each batch of changes.
10. Document before/after results for developer handoff.