Shopify theme speed audit
A practical speed audit for merchants who need to find what is slowing down a Shopify theme before rebuilding it.
Run a free store health check
Start with a public homepage scan, then install Store Scanner for the full theme, files, metafields, discounts, and product report.
Speed issues usually come from theme debt, not one single file.
- Too many third-party scripts loading on every page.
- Oversized images, videos, and theme assets that were never cleaned up.
- App embeds and snippets left behind after app experiments.
Check the storefront like a merchant would experience it.
- Review script count, third-party hosts, and render-blocking assets.
- Look for large files referenced by theme sections, metafields, and content.
- Compare theme versions after cleanup so speed wins do not create regressions.
FAQ
Is this the same as Lighthouse?
No. Lighthouse measures page performance. Store Scanner focuses on Shopify-specific causes such as app code, scripts, large files, and theme hygiene.
Should I edit the live theme first?
No. Duplicate the theme, clean the draft, then compare and publish only after QA.
Run a free store health check
Start with a public homepage scan, then install Store Scanner for the full theme, files, metafields, discounts, and product report.
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