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Optimization plugins improve your site's performance by handling tasks like database cleanup, image compression, asset management, caching, and static site generation — helping pages load faster and reducing server load. Learn about our recommended plugins for this category in the table below and compare their features — some of which may only be available in paid or premium versions. 

WP-Optimize - Clean, Compress, CacheShortPixel Image Optimizer
WP-Optimize - Clean, Compress, CacheShortPixel Image Optimizer
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WP-Optimize cleans your database, compresses large images, and caches your site. This optimizes your site and makes your site more efficient. A premium version includes multisite support, lazy loading, advanced optimization options, and more.

ShortPixel Image Optimizer is a lightweight plugin that can compress all of your site’s images and PDF documents with one click and automatically resizes and rescales images as you add them.

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Plugin price$0-199$0-99
Date testedJanuary 14, 2026June 20, 2024
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We only recommend plugins that show an ongoing commitment to WPML compatibility. The authors of the plugins featured in the table above work closely with the WPML team on a regular basis to ensure you can build a reliable, multilingual site.

All WPML-compatible Optimization plugins

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