Site loading speed can be improved through several key optimizations:

Check System Status & Browser Compatibility

• Visit status.squarespace.com to verify if slowness is system-wide
• Use modern, supported browser versions (Chrome, Safari, Firefox)
• Keep browsers updated to their latest version

Optimize Page Content

• Keep pages under 5MB total size
• Reduce number of images, especially on mobile-heavy pages
• Limit font usage to 2 types maximum
• Consider using web-safe fonts like Arial, Georgia, Verdana

Network & Technical Checks

• Test site loading on different networks
• Run a speed test to verify connection speeds
• Remove all custom code temporarily to isolate issues
• Minimize URL redirects in URL mapping

Common Issues to Address

• Remove unnecessary browser extensions
• Check local firewall settings
• Verify antivirus isn't interfering
• Disable external scripts temporarily
• Ensure sufficient computer memory/storage
• Review third-party domain configuration

Mobile Optimization

• Use Google's Mobile-Friendly Test
• Optimize mobile responsiveness
• Reduce page size for mobile devices
• Minimize loading elements on mobile

Web-Safe Font Options:

• Arial
• Courier New
• Georgia
• Lucida Console
• Lucida Sans Unicode
• Palatino Linotype
• Times New Roman
• Verdana

For best results, implement these changes systematically and test the site's performance after each major modification. Monitor loading times across different devices and connections to ensure consistent improvement.

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