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=== Perform – Performance Optimization for WordPress ===
Contributors: performwp, mehul0810, ankur0812
Tags: performance optimization, asset cleanup, assets manager, disable bloat, cleanup, speed optimization, wordpress speed
Donate link: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mehulgohil
Requires at least: 4.8
Tested up to: 6.8
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 1.4.1
License: GPLv3
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html

Supercharge your WordPress site’s speed by removing unused assets, scripts, and features. A lightweight, no-bloat alternative to Perfmatters and Asset Cleanup.

== Description ==

🚀 **Instantly Boost Your WordPress Site’s Performance**

Perform is a lightweight yet powerful WordPress performance optimization plugin that helps you clean up unnecessary bloat and load your site faster — all without complicated settings.

If you're familiar with Perfmatters or Asset Cleanup, you'll feel right at home with Perform. It’s everything you need for faster load times, without the headache.

= 🎯 Why Perform is Different =

* **Zero Setup Required:** Sensible defaults — just install and activate.
* **Beginner-Friendly:** Intuitive design, even for non-technical users.
* **Advanced Controls:** Fine-tune asset loading on a per-page basis.
* **Highly Compatible:** Works perfectly with popular caching plugins, hosting providers, and page builders.
* **Lightweight & Fast:** Minimal impact on your admin dashboard and server resources.

= 🔥 Key Features =

**Assets Manager**
- Disable unused CSS and JS files.
- Optimize assets per page/post.
- Built for compatibility with Elementor, Divi, and other page builders.

**Speed Optimization**
- Remove jQuery Migrate.
- Disable Emojis & Embeds.
- Strip Query Strings.
- Disable XML-RPC.
- Add DNS Prefetch & Preconnect.
- Cache navigation menus for instant clicks.

**WordPress Cleanup**
- Disable unnecessary WordPress features.
- Remove WordPress version numbers.
- Control and optimize WooCommerce behavior.
- Fine-tune the Heartbeat API.
- Manage Post Revisions.

**Advanced Tools**
- SSL Manager for HTTPS redirection.
- Native CDN Integration.
- Assets Preloading.
- WooCommerce Cart Fragment control.

= 🏆 Perfect For =

- Website owners seeking a lightweight alternative to Perfmatters or Asset Cleanup.
- Developers needing granular asset control.
- Agencies optimizing multiple client sites.
- WooCommerce store owners battling slow sites.
- Anyone frustrated with WordPress speed issues!

= 🤝 Compatible With =

- Popular caching plugins like WP Rocket, WP Super Cache, and W3 Total Cache.
- Major page builders including Elementor, Divi, and Beaver Builder.
- WooCommerce and WooCommerce extensions.
- Managed WordPress hosting providers like Flywheel, Kinsta, and SiteGround.

= ✨ Try It Instantly =

Want to see Perform in action before installing?
👉 [![Try in Playground](https://playground.wordpress.net/try-in-playground.svg)](https://playground.wordpress.net/?plugin_slug=perform)

Experience Perform live without installing anything!

= 💬 Connect with the Perform Community =

Stay connected for updates, discussions, and future improvements:

* 🌟 [GitHub Repository](https://github.com/performwp/perform/ "Contribute to Perform on GitHub")

= 🤝 Contribute to Perform =

Perform is proudly open-source and community-driven!
You can help by:

- ⭐ Starring or forking [our GitHub repo](https://github.com/performwp/perform).
- 🛠 Submitting Pull Requests with fixes or new features.
- 🌎 Translating Perform into your language at [WordPress Translate](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/perform).

Every contribution makes Perform stronger for everyone!

== Installation ==

= Minimum Requirements =

- WordPress 4.8 or higher
- PHP 7.4 or higher
- MySQL 5.5 or higher

= Automatic Installation =

1. Go to your WordPress dashboard.
2. Navigate to Plugins → Add New.
3. Search for "Perform".
4. Click "Install Now" and activate.

= Manual Installation =

1. Download the Perform plugin.
2. Upload it to your `/wp-content/plugins/` directory via FTP or File Manager.
3. Activate Perform from the "Plugins" screen in your WordPress dashboard.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= How do I get support? =

For free support, visit our [WordPress.org Support Forum](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/perform).
We actively monitor the forum and do our best to assist everyone.

= Is Perform compatible with caching plugins like WP Rocket? =
Yes! Perform works seamlessly alongside caching plugins.

= Can I use Perform with Autoptimize? =
Absolutely. Perform plays well with Autoptimize and other optimization tools.

= Does it work with server-level caching providers like Flywheel and Kinsta? =
Yes! Perform is tested with hosting providers offering aggressive server-side caching.

== Upgrade Notice ==

Always back up your database before updating to a new version to prevent any data loss.

== Changelog ==

= 1.4.0 & 1.4.1: 26th April, 2025 =
- Added Freemius integration.
- Migrated styles from SASS to PostCSS.
- Switched to wp-scripts for asset handling.
- Added PHPStan for static analysis.
- Improved menu cache and UI responsiveness.
- Enhanced disable cart fragments feature.
- Improve Plugin Uninstall Process.
- WordPress 6.8 compatibility.

= 1.3.1: November 13, 2024 =
- WordPress 6.7 compatibility.
- Raised minimum PHP version requirement to 7.4.
- Enhanced automation and security.

= 1.3.0: December 31, 2020 =
- Modernized coding practices with namespaces.

= 1.2.3: December 31, 2019 =
- Fix: Handle writable wp-config.php scenarios safely.

= 1.2.2: December 27, 2019 =
- Fix: CDN rewrite bug.
- UI enhancements for Assets Manager.
- Improved security and constants management.

= 1.2.1: June 22, 2019 =
- Fix: Redirect to Welcome screen after activation.
- UX improvements across settings screens.

= 1.2.0: April 30, 2019 =
- Added Menu Caching.
- Generalized Asset Manager styles across themes.

= 1.1.1: April 25, 2019 =
- Fix: Display asset manager links in admin bar.

= 1.1.0: April 25, 2019 =
- Initial release of the Assets Manager.

= 1.0.1: March 31, 2019 =
- Fix: Review link in admin footer.
- Fix: WooCommerce widgets toggle.
- Fix: Multisite visibility issues.

= 1.0.0: March 23, 2019 =
- Initial Release 🎉