I place a high priority on website speed and always aim for a score of 90 or higher, sometimes sacrificing certain features to achieve this goal. For example, I have chosen not to use a contact form on this landing page in order to achieve a perfect score on Pagespeed Insights. I am now questioning whether this trade-off was the right decision. What are your thoughts on the importance of website speed in search engine rankings?
Website speed does matter, but it’s not the only factor determining search engine rankings. It’s important for user experience and can influence rankings, but prioritizing it over essential features like contact forms might be counterproductive. While a faster loading website can help, it’s more important to focus on overall user value and providing a high-quality experience. Improving website speed can be beneficial, but it’s more effective to focus on strategies like acquiring backlinks and ensuring a good user experience. Striving for a perfect score on page speed tests is not necessary, as long as the website loads reasonably quickly.