Core Web Vitals
60-120 minAdvanced
Optimization on Shopify is different because you cannot touch the server. Focus on what you can control: Scripts, Apps, and Images.
Prerequisites
- Google PageSpeed Insights
Easy Recommended
Reduce App Impact
Apps are the #1 killer of CWV on Shopify.
1
Audit Apps
1
Uninstall unused apps
2
For active apps, check if they load on every page
3
Contact app support if their script blocks the main thread
Verification Checklist
- LCP (Largest Contentful Paint) < 2.5s
- CLS (Cumulative Layout Shift) < 0.1
- INP (Interaction to Next Paint) under 200ms