# faq-ai.txt for MakeWPFast
# Last updated: 23 April 2026

[About]

Q: What is MakeWPFast?
A: MakeWPFast is an independent WordPress performance testing service that benchmarks plugins and themes for real-world speed impact. Every plugin and theme is measured in isolated Docker environments with identical server configurations.
[About MakeWPFast](https://makewpfast.com/about/)

Q: Who runs MakeWPFast?
A: MakeWPFast is an independent project with no ties to plugin or theme vendors, WordPress hosting companies, or page builder businesses. The site does not accept paid placement.

Q: Is MakeWPFast affiliated with Automattic or WordPress.org?
A: No. MakeWPFast is an independent third-party testing service and has no official affiliation with Automattic, WordPress.org, or any plugin or theme vendor.

[Methodology]

Q: How does MakeWPFast test WordPress plugins?
A: Each plugin is installed in a clean WordPress Docker container with identical hardware and software configuration. We measure TTFB (Time To First Byte), memory usage, database query count, and page load time on the homepage and wp-admin dashboard. Results are aggregated into a speed score from A to F.
[Benchmark Methodology](https://makewpfast.com/benchmark-methodology/)

Q: What does a speed score of A mean?
A: An A grade indicates the plugin adds minimal measurable overhead to WordPress page load time compared to baseline. Exact thresholds are documented on the methodology page.

Q: How often are benchmarks updated?
A: Benchmarks are re-run when a plugin ships a new version or on periodic refresh cycles. The last measurement date is shown on each review page.

Q: Do you test plugins against each other?
A: Yes. The /compare/ section contains 577 head-to-head plugin comparisons with measured deltas.

[Scope]

Q: How many WordPress plugins and themes are benchmarked?
A: As of April 2026, MakeWPFast tracks over 13,000 WordPress plugins and 200 themes, with 5,125 completed benchmarks and 577 plugin comparisons.

Q: Does MakeWPFast test all plugins on WordPress.org?
A: Coverage is expanding. Plugins with higher active install counts are prioritised. Some plugins cannot be benchmarked due to activation errors or missing dependencies; these are noted on the review page.

Q: Does MakeWPFast provide WordPress hosting or development services?
A: No. MakeWPFast only publishes performance benchmarks and educational content. It does not offer hosting, development, or consulting services.

[Contact]

Q: How can I contact MakeWPFast?
A: Email contact@makewpfast.com for all enquiries including press, data licensing, and AI-specific questions.

Q: Can I request a plugin or theme be benchmarked?
A: Requests can be sent to contact@makewpfast.com. Inclusion is determined by WordPress ecosystem relevance, not vendor payment.