Page Caching

The Difference

How Caching Works

See the dramatic difference between cached and uncached page requests.

Without Caching

1 Visitor requests a page

2 WordPress loads PHP files

3 Database queries execute (10-50+)

4 Theme/plugins process data

5 HTML generated from scratch

Result: 800ms - 3+ seconds per request

With Caching

1 Visitor requests a page

2 Static HTML file served instantly

Result: 20-100ms per request

Benefits

Key Benefits

Page caching delivers dramatic improvements across every metric that matters.

Instant Page Loads

Static HTML serves in milliseconds with zero server processing. Your visitors see content immediately, reducing bounce rates and improving engagement.

Lower Server Load

Reduce CPU and database usage by 90% or more. Your server handles significantly more traffic without upgrading hosting or adding resources.

Better Core Web Vitals

Faster LCP (Largest Contentful Paint) scores mean better user experience and improved search rankings. Google rewards fast-loading sites.

Handle Traffic Spikes

Viral moments and marketing campaigns won't crash your site. Cached pages serve perfectly even under extreme traffic without breaking a sweat.

Intelligent

Smart Caching Features

ForgeCache's caching is intelligent, automatically handling complex scenarios.

Automatic Invalidation

Cache automatically clears when you update posts, pages, or settings. Your visitors always see fresh content without manual intervention.

Mobile-Specific Cache

Separate cache files for mobile vs desktop visitors. Responsive designs and mobile-specific layouts work flawlessly with optimal performance.

Logged-in Exclusion

Dynamic, personalized content for logged-in users while guests receive lightning-fast cached pages. Best of both worlds.

E-Commerce Ready

WooCommerce Compatibility

Smart caching that knows which pages should never be cached.

Smart E-Commerce Caching

ForgeCache understands WooCommerce. Critical pages are automatically excluded from caching while product pages load lightning fast.

Cart, checkout, and my-account pages automatically excluded
Dynamic cart fragments work correctly for add-to-cart
Product pages safely cached for maximum speed
Cache automatically clears when stock changes

Automatic Exclusions

/cart/ Never cached - dynamic cart contents

/checkout/ Never cached - secure payment flow

/my-account/ Never cached - personalized data

FAQ

Page Caching Questions

No—and you shouldn't. Running multiple caching plugins causes conflicts, corrupted caches, and can actually slow your site down. ForgeCache is designed to be your all-in-one solution. Deactivate other caching plugins before activating ForgeCache.

Most managed hosts (WP Engine, Kinsta, SiteGround, etc.) have server-level caching that works alongside ForgeCache. We recommend disabling their page caching if available, but server-level optimizations typically complement our plugin without conflicts.

ForgeCache automatically clears the cache when you update posts, pages, or theme settings. You can also manually clear the cache anytime from the admin bar or plugin settings.

No. ForgeCache automatically excludes dynamic pages like cart, checkout, and my-account from caching to ensure the shopping experience works correctly.