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Optimizing WordPress Performance: Configuring Redis and LiteSpeed Cache

Last updated on Aug 08, 2025

Optimizing WordPress Performance: Configuring Redis and LiteSpeed Cache

**Description:**A step-by-step guide for WordPress site owners using Eco Web Hosting’s shared hosting to improve website speed with Redis and LiteSpeed Cache. This guide is tailored for customers with basic technical knowledge and focuses on self-service solutions, using tools provided within your hosting control panel.

Why Use Redis and LiteSpeed Cache?

Website speed is crucial for user experience and SEO. Two powerful tools for WordPress performance are:

  • Redis: An in-memory caching system to speed up database-driven sites.
  • LiteSpeed Cache (LSCache): A server-level cache solution with a WordPress plugin for easy management.

Both are available on Eco Web Hosting’s shared hosting platform.

Prerequisites

  • An active shared hosting account with Eco Web Hosting
  • A WordPress site installed and accessible
  • Access to your hosting control panel and WordPress admin dashboard

Step 1: Enabling Redis in Your Hosting Control Panel

  1. Log in to your Eco Web Hosting client area and access your Hosting Control Panel.
  2. Navigate to Advanced Features > Redis.
  3. If Redis is disabled, click the Enable button.
  4. Note the Redis socket path shown (e.g., /home/yourusername/.redis/redis.sock).
    • You’ll need this for plugin configuration.

Step 2: Installing and Configuring LiteSpeed Cache Plugin

2.1 Install LiteSpeed Cache Plugin

  1. In your WordPress admin dashboard, go to Plugins > Add New.
  2. Search for "LiteSpeed Cache".
  3. Click Install Now, then Activate.

2.2 Basic Plugin Configuration

  • Go to LiteSpeed Cache > General.
  • Ensure Enable LiteSpeed Cache is ON.

Step 3: Integrating Redis with LiteSpeed Cache

3.1 Enable Redis Object Cache in LiteSpeed Plugin

  1. In WordPress admin, navigate to LiteSpeed Cache > Cache > Object.
  2. Set Object Cache to ON.
  3. Set Method to UNIX Socket.
  4. In Host, enter the socket path from Step 1 (e.g., /home/yourusername/.redis/redis.sock).
  5. Set Port to 0.
  6. Save changes.

Example Configuration:

Host: /home/yourusername/.redis/redis.sock
Port: 0

Replace yourusername with your actual hosting username.

3.2 Test Redis Connection

  • After saving, check the Status at the top of the Object Cache settings page.
  • You should see:Object Cache Enabled & Connected

Step 4: Fine-Tuning LiteSpeed Cache Settings

4.1 Recommended Cache Settings

  • Cache > Cache:
    • Enable cache for logged-in users (optional)
    • Enable cache for REST API and login page
  • Cache > TTL:
    • Adjust cache lifetimes as needed (default values are suitable for most sites)
  • Cache > Purge:
    • Configure automatic purging for updates (posts, pages, comments)

4.2 Excluding Content from Cache

  • If needed, use Cache > Excludes to exclude specific pages or cookies from being cached.

Step 5: Verifying Performance Improvements

  • Use tools like GTmetrix or Pingdom Tools to test your site’s speed before and after configuration.
  • Look for reduced load times and improved scores.

Troubleshooting

Redis Object Cache Not Connecting

  • **Double-check the socket path:**It must match your home directory and username.
  • Port must be 0 when using UNIX Socket.
  • Plugin not connecting?
    • Disable object cache, save changes, re-enable, and re-save.
    • Ensure Redis is enabled in your hosting control panel.

Cache Not Working

  • LSCache Plugin Not Detected:— Make sure your hosting uses LiteSpeed Web Server (all Eco Web Hosting shared hosting does).
  • Changes not visible on site:— Clear cache via LiteSpeed Cache > Toolbox > Purge All.
  • Admin Bar Cache Status:— Install LSCache Admin Bar Addon for detailed cache status.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I confirm Redis is working?

  • Go to LiteSpeed Cache > Toolbox > Object Cache and check the cache status.
  • Look for messages like “Object Cache Enabled & Connected”.

Can I use other caching plugins with LiteSpeed Cache?

  • It’s not recommended to use multiple full-page caching plugins (e.g., WP Super Cache, W3 Total Cache) together, as this can cause conflicts.
  • LiteSpeed Cache is optimized for the server environment and should be the only full-page cache plugin enabled.

Further Resources

**Tip:**If you encounter issues you can’t resolve, submit a support ticket via your Eco Web Hosting client area with detailed information and screenshots if possible.