Get caching and more with this powerful cache plugin. Cache, optimize images, clean your database and minify for maximum performance.
As of April 2026, WP-Optimize is a WordPress cache plugin with 1.0M+ active installations and a 4.8/5 rating from 2,567 reviews. It has been downloaded 55M+ times in total. Requires WordPress 4.9+ and PHP 7.2+. Available on WordPress.org since 2009. Actively maintained — updated within the last month. Downloads are down 70% this week. Support resolution rate: 63%. Top alternative: WP Super Cache.
MORE THAN A CACHING PLUGIN
WP-Optimize is trusted by more than 1 million WordPress website owners to boost performance and reduce page load times to improve your site’s user experiences and SERP rankings in Google.
It does this in four clever ways:
1. It caches your site
Caching is the process of storing a temporary HTML version of your site on the server so it can be retrieved more quickly for the user.
It’s a sure-fire way to ensure web pages load at lightning-fast speed. Turn it on in just one click.
2. It compresses images
Large images can really impact page speed load times. WP-Optimize makes it easy to identify and compress images to your preferred lossy / lossless settings in a couple of clicks.
3. It cleans the database
Your WordPress database stores everything that yo…
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WP-Optimize fails to fully de-register its components even when caching is toggled off in the UI. Its hooks and filters remain active on every page load, specifically interfering with the WooCommerce cart fragment system and how it handles the wc-ajax=get_refreshed_fragments response. Crucially, the “disable” toggle only stops the generation of new cache files; it doesn’t cease the plugin’s interference with WooCommerce internals. This results in critical UI failures, such as customers seeing incorrect cart contents or random items. Furthermore, the “broken site” symptoms post-update are a direct result of 24-hour stale cache being served, where outdated CSS/JS assets no longer align with the updated plugin output.
Excellent!
I’ve been using WP-Optimize for a while now, and it has made a noticeable difference in my website’s performance. The plugin does an excellent job of combining multiple optimization features—caching, image compression, database cleanup, and minification—into one easy-to-use tool.
The interface is clean and beginner-friendly, yet powerful enough for advanced users who want more control. I particularly appreciate the database optimization feature, which keeps everything running smoothly without requiring manual intervention. The image compression works efficiently without compromising quality, and the caching significantly improves page load times.
Another big plus is that it reduces the need for multiple plugins, helping keep the site lightweight and easier to manage. Overall, WP-Optimize is a reliable and effective solution for anyone looking to improve their WordPress site’s speed and performance.
| WordPress | 4.9+ requiredTested up to 7.0 |
| PHP | 7.2+ required |
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