If you run a WooCommerce store, you know that speed is everything. Slow websites drive customers away, increase cart abandonment, and drastically cut your revenue streams. Luckily, Redis Cache is the solution for all dynamic e-commerce websites, and the best part is that it is included for FREE with all WPX’s WooCommerce hosting plans.
What Exactly is Redis Cache?
Redis is a powerful tool used to speed up websites by storing (or “caching”) the results of MySQL database queries. Instead of running the same database query every time someone visits a page, Redis stores the result and reuses it. This can reduce MySQL usage by up to 400%, depending on the type of queries being used.
In our setup, Redis is managed using the Redis Object Cache plugin. Everything—from installation to configuration—is handled automatically through your hosting control panel.
How Does Redis Cache Connect with WordPress?
How Redis Connects to WordPress Redis connects to your WordPress site similarly to how MySQL does—through specific settings in the wp-config.php file. These settings define how the plugin communicates with the Redis service:
define( 'WP_REDIS_SCHEME', 'unknown' ); // Communication protocol
define( 'WP_REDIS_HOST', 'unknown' ); // Redis host address (localhost)
define( 'WP_REDIS_PORT', 'unknown' ); // Redis port number
define( 'WP_REDIS_DATABASE', '1' ); // Redis database number assigned to the site. It could be any number.
define( 'WP_REDIS_PREFIX', 'prefix' ); // Prefix for stored cache keys
define( 'WP_REDIS_PASSWORD', ["teststring", "Mytest"] ); // Redis credentials define( 'WP_REDIS_MAXTTL', '3600' ); // Time (in seconds) a cached key remains validWhy WPX Includes Redis Cache For Free in Every WooCommerce Plan
Redis Cache is included for free in our WooCommerce plans, as it is a desired tool for more dynamic and heavy sites, such as online stores (constantly changing products/prices and high traffic from people). The larger your database, the more clumsy the processes are.
With Redis, every saved request to this database is a plus because it leads to a faster site.
Redis is an expensive resource for hosting companies, so it is almost nowhere offered for free or included in the plans. At WPX, we believe performance shouldn’t be a luxury but a standard. That’s why Redis is included for free in all our WooCommerce hosting plans:
What Exactly Is the Speed Impact on My E-commerce Store?
Our comprehensive tests have shown that when Redis is enabled, the number of database queries is significantly reduced (up to 400%), which is a significant improvement. This amplifies website performance and ensures a smoother and more responsive user experience, aligning perfectly with our commitment to speed and performance.
How do you enable Redis Cache on your WPX WooCommerce Plan?
One of the best things about Redis at WPX is how effortless it is to enable. No need for a complex technical ritual – just a few clicks, and you’re done!
Step 1. Log in to your WPX account herе
Step 2. Navigate to your WooCommerce Plan
Step 3. Go to the WPX Redis menu
Step 4. Enable WPX Redis for your WooCommerce site
Once you proceed with all the steps, an automatic process for enabling the WPX Redis will begin.
You can find an even more detailed guide on “How can I enable/disable Redis Cache on my WooCommerce websites” here
Redis + WPX XDN: The Perfect Duo for your WooCommerce Store
While our custom-built content delivery network (XDN) manages static content like images and scripts, Redis handles dynamic requests like shopping carts and product changes.
Together, they supercharge your WooCommerce store performance and optimize it for the best speeds.
Who Benefits Most?
While Redis is fantastic for all websites, it’s a superhero for online stores. That’s why Redis is exclusively offered for free in our WooCommerce hosting plans and not in the WordPress hosting plans.
Every time a customer:
- Adds a product to their cart
- Changes product variations
- Browses through multiple pages
Redis is working behind the scenes to ensure these interactions are instant.
Conclusion:
Think of Redis Cache as a hyper-efficient assistant for your website. Instead of your server digging through massive databases every time someone clicks a product or checks their cart, Redis creates a lightning-fast, memory-based shortcut.
Redis can dramatically transform the performance of your online store. By choosing WPX’s WooCommerce plan, you’re saving hundreds of dollars and time with our one-button free Redis activation.
Remember that our support team is always ready to help with the Redis setup. Just click the live chat widget, and you’ll get a response within 30 seconds. Ready to give your online store the performance boost it deserves? Explore Our WooCommerce Hosting Plans
