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Perfmatters
Perfmatters by forgemedia is a lightweight performance plugin for WordPress. It lets you switch off features you do not use, cut down on HTTP requests, remove unused code and clean up your database, all from a dashboard built around simple toggles.
- Version
- 2.6.9
- Released
- Oct 6, 2026
- Developer
- forgemedia
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $4.79 a year on its own
What’s new in Perfmatters 2.6.9
Version 2.6.9 · Oct 6, 2026
Latest
- NewAdded new perfmatters_rucss_per_id_post_types filter which allows for unique used CSS files per post ID for provided post types.
- ImprovedAdjusted Remove Unused CSS to generate separate used CSS files per taxonomy instead of one shared tax.used.css file.
- ImprovedUpdated PHP-CSS-Parser to 9.5.0, removing the thecodingmachine/safe dependency and improving @layer statement support.
- NewAdded a REST API exception for GenerateBlocks Pro.
- NewAdded built-in Remove Unused CSS exclusions for Elementor's new local and global per-document stylesheets.
- ImprovedUpdated delay JS quick exclusions for Elementor to include hooks.min.js and i18n.min.js to fix a dependency error.
- ImprovedUpdated JS optimize script tag regex to avoid hitting PCRE backtracking limits on pages with very large inline scripts.
- NewAdded Brizy editor request parameters to the excluded page builders array.
What it does
A typical WordPress site loads more than it needs. Plugins add their scripts and styles to every page, core features you never use stay switched on, and the database collects clutter over time. This plugin targets that extra weight. You turn off unneeded features with one-click toggles, stop plugins from loading on pages where they are not used, and strip out unused CSS and scripts so each page loads only what it needs.
The plugin adds no front-end JavaScript of its own, so it keeps a small footprint on the pages it is trimming. It is designed to run alongside your existing themes, plugins and caching setup. It also covers media and tracking, with lazy loading for images and videos and the option to host Google Analytics scripts locally. It suits blogs, online stores and business sites that want finer control over what loads.
Best for
- Site owners who want control over what loads on each page
- Freelancers and agencies tuning client WordPress sites
- Blogs, online stores and business sites using page builders
Features
One-click toggle dashboard
A simple dashboard groups performance tweaks into on and off toggles, so you can disable unneeded WordPress features without editing code.
Per page plugin disabling
Turn off specific plugins on individual pages or posts, so their code only loads where it is actually used.
Remove unused CSS
Strips CSS that a page does not use and can generate separate used CSS files, including per taxonomy, so pages carry less styling code.
Script optimization and delay
Optimizes and delays JavaScript, with quick exclusions for page builders such as Elementor to help avoid dependency errors.
Fewer HTTP requests
Reduces the number of requests each page makes to the server by cutting out scripts, styles and features you do not need.
Database cleanup tools
Cleans and optimizes your WordPress database by removing accumulated clutter that builds up as the site runs.
Lazy loading for media
Loads images and videos only as visitors scroll to them, which lowers the initial weight of each page.
Local Google Analytics hosting
Hosts Google Analytics tracking scripts on your own server instead of loading them from an external source.
Perfmatters older versions
- 2.6.8Sep 105 new, 4 improvements, 8 fixes
- 2.6.7Aug 72 new, 1 improvement, 3 fixes, 1 security fix, 1 removal
- 2.6.6Jul 113 improvements, 2 fixes
- 2.6.5Jul 1
- 2.6.4Jun 3
- 2.6.3May 28
- 2.6.2Apr 30
- 2.6.1Apr 11
- 2.6.0Mar 26
- 2.5.9Feb 28
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
58 older versions in all. If you need one that is not listed, ask support.
Questions about Perfmatters
Does it replace my caching plugin?
No. It focuses on removing unneeded features, scripts, styles and database clutter, and it is designed to work alongside caching solutions. Many site owners run it together with their existing cache setup.
Can I stop a plugin from loading on certain pages?
Yes. The plugin lets you disable other plugins on a per page or per post basis, so their scripts and styles load only on the pages where you actually need them.
Will it work with Elementor?
It includes built-in handling for Elementor, such as Remove Unused CSS exclusions for Elementor stylesheets and delay JavaScript exclusions for Elementor scripts. It also accounts for other builders like Brizy and GenerateBlocks Pro.
Does the plugin add its own scripts to my front end?
No. It adds no front-end JavaScript of its own, which keeps its footprint small while it trims code from your pages.
Is Perfmatters free?
The code of Perfmatters is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Perfmatters is this?
Version 2.6.9, released Oct 6, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Perfmatters?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Perfmatters automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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