GTmetrix is a website performance analysis tool designed to help users identify and address speed-related issues. It uses Lighthouse to generate scores and provides actionable recommendations for optimization.
Key features include:
- Performance Testing: Analyze website speed and performance.
- Lighthouse Integration: Uses Lighthouse for scoring and audits.
- Actionable Recommendations: Provides clear steps to optimize website performance.
- Web Vitals Tracking: Monitors Largest Contentful Paint (LCP), Total Blocking Time (TBT), and Cumulative Layout Shift (CLS).
- Real User Metrics (CrUX): Integrates Chrome User Experience data for real-world performance insights.
- Historical Tracking: Monitors performance trends over time.
- Alerts: Notifies users of performance dips or spikes.
- Mobile Testing (PRO): Simulates performance on various mobile devices (PRO feature).
- Global Testing Locations (PRO): Tests website performance from multiple global locations (PRO feature).
GTmetrix is suitable for website owners, developers, and SEO professionals looking to improve website loading times and overall user experience.
