Check my sites load time

Discussion in 'HTML & Website Design' started by simplyg123, Jan 28, 2010.

  1. #1
    I have had some people say that my site - http://www.skilledgraphics.com - Loads slowly, however some people say its fine.

    Loads fairly fast for me, even after deleting cache and temp files.

    There is some flash, a live chat widget, but i cant see any reason why it would be loading slow.

    I have run some speed test, but get mixed results.

    Does it load fast for you? Any ideas at all?
     
    simplyg123, Jan 28, 2010 IP
  2. tobik999

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    #2
    IT is absolutely OK I tested it also with a web site speed test which said your site only weighs 20kb which is not that much
     
    tobik999, Jan 28, 2010 IP
  3. simplyg123

    simplyg123 Well-Known Member

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    Yeah, seems like its always web hosting companies that tell me its slow, I'm starting to believe its just a marketing strategy.

    Thanks for checking! :)
     
    simplyg123, Jan 28, 2010 IP
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    webcosmo Notable Member

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    #4
    seems ok. you can use firebug to check load times.
     
    webcosmo, Jan 28, 2010 IP
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    Caden Grant Active Member

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    It's not too slow but it took longer than some web pages to load - about 4 seconds.
     
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  6. simplyg123

    simplyg123 Well-Known Member

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    #6
    yeah, 4 secs isnt tooooo bad though, could be better, but i wouldn't tell someone their site was slow, for just 4 secs.

    I dont know,

    I appreciate everyone's help.
     
    simplyg123, Jan 28, 2010 IP
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    The site loaded in decent time. It wasn't stellar fast, but I will say I really like the subtle animation on the banner! Nice job with the site.
     
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  8. simplyg123

    simplyg123 Well-Known Member

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    Thanks, subtle was definitely the goal. Wanted it to be attractive yet not distracting.
     
    simplyg123, Jan 28, 2010 IP
  9. K.Meier

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    Loads totally fine, and may I say, I love the design, very nice!!!
     
    K.Meier, Jan 29, 2010 IP
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    Loaded fine for me, no problem!
     
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    simplyg123 Well-Known Member

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    Thanks guys! I really appreciate everyone checking it out, and Thanks for the compliments also! :)
     
    simplyg123, Jan 29, 2010 IP
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    #12
    fast loading and the design is very pleasing to the eye. nice work done!
     
    tech_savvy, Jan 31, 2010 IP
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  14. neo1211

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    #14
    Loading takes 4-5 seconds for me.

    While that's not by any means "bad," it's also not necessarily a good thing.
     
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    #15
    Decent time loaded, nice site
     
    moises_pk2, Feb 1, 2010 IP
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    #16
    seems ok to me, didn't take long to load
     
    smokey123, Feb 4, 2010 IP
  17. Dee2007

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    Took between 5 and 6 secs for me.
     
    Dee2007, Feb 4, 2010 IP
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    #18
    super quick loading for me, looks sleek and clean
     
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    It took about 5 seconds to load for me.
     
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    #20
    i think yau have to use firebug to check you log time
     
    rockjone, Feb 4, 2010 IP